The Injured Person was attempting to measure the height of the overhead line above the ground using

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LTI No. 40
The Injured Person was attempting to measure the
height of the overhead line above the ground
using a metal tape. The metal tape came into
close proximity (approximately 30 cms) of the
live overhead line and caused a flashover. The
Injured Person suffered 40 to 50 2nd and 3rd
degree burns to the left upper limb, left upper
chest partially, entire back and right
leg. Luckily the injured person escaped DEATH.
The cause of the Incident is non-compliance with
the approved clearance certificate procedure for
work in the vicinity or passage under overhead
power lines. Refer to HSE SM Chapter 11.