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crane operator
with cardio-pulmonary resuscitation
(‘‘CPR’’), while a third co-worker
contacted 911, and then returned to the
incident location. When the third coworker
simultaneously touched the
energized truck crane and the back of
the co-worker performing CPR, the
resulting pathway conducted the
electrical charge through the workers,
electrocuting them all. Section 1926.1408 ensures
that a minimum safe distance from the
power line is maintained, which
prevents equipment from becoming
energized. Also, when working closer
than the normal minimum clearance
distance, the crane must be grounded,
which reduces the chance of an
electrical pathway through the workers.