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Electrocutions
Introduction
Electrical energy imposes a very serious hazard to the general public and to workers.
For the most part the general public is unaware of the danger posed by electrical energy.
Around the home or the oce people simply assume that the electrical circuitry including
outlets, switches, and light xtures are safe. In some respects this is true, but in many other
instances it is not the case. e National Electrical Code (NEC, NFPA 70) addresses electri-
cal safety regulations for the installation of conductors and equipment in public and pri-
vate structures. NFPA 70 establishes the provisions for building codes in ...