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A Consolidated Communications Worker Suffers Injuries in Work Accident in Biddeford, Maine


Biddeford, Maine – A technician from Consolidated Communications sustained injuries from an electric shock while on duty.

Consolidated Communications confirmed on Monday that one of its technicians suffered injuries after encountering an electrical distribution wire in Biddeford. The injured employee is currently receiving treatment and recuperating at Maine Medical Center.

A spokesperson from the U.S. Department of Labor’s OSHA division confirmed that the company notified them about the incident involving an employee hospitalized due to potential contact with a power line.

No further details have been provided.

Thoughts on workplace accidents

Electrical hazards cause 4,000 worker injuries each year (CDC’s NIOSH). This is unacceptable, and we must do more to protect our workers.

Many factors can contribute to electrocutions on the job. Companies must ensure their workers are adequately trained in electrical wiring, that all electrical equipment is properly grounded or double-insulated, and extension and power cords are examined for signs of wear and tear. This is just the minimum of what needs to happen to help prevent electrical accidents. When companies fail to provide their workers with the tools to do their jobs safely, they should be held accountable when someone gets hurt. Those injured on the job deserve fair and just compensation for the injuries and suffering they experience.

Concerning this incident, If any negligence or wrongdoing contributed to this worker getting electrocuted, the injured employee deserves answers.

 

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The Ammons Law Firm represents clients nationwide in catastrophic injury and wrongful death litigation, with extensive experience in complex auto/tire defect and commercial vehicle cases.

Disclaimer: This post is not legal advice. Information contained in this blog was compiled from third-party sources or is the opinion of the author. Please inform us immediately if false or misleading information is contained in this post.

 

 

 

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