OES 2025-03: Electrocution Hazard: A Near Fatal Reminder of Electrical Safety

This Operating Experience Summary (OES) provides a synopsis of the Accident Investigation Board (AIB) report developed, after a high-voltage electrician at SLAC made hand contact with an exposed, energized circuit part inside a 12.47 kV switchgear cubicle and sustained severe injuries.

Office of Environment, Health, Safety & Security

October 27, 2025
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This Operating Experience Summary (OES) provides a synopsis of the Accident Investigation Board (AIB) report developed, after a high-voltage electrician at SLAC made hand contact with an exposed, energized circuit part inside a 12.47 kV switchgear cubicle and sustained severe injuries.