MARSHALLVILLE, Ga. (Farm Monitor) —Farmers deal with plenty of pressure during the season, but electrical hazards can be easy to overlook when the focus is on getting the job done.
Brad Knowles, Manager of Safety and Loss Control for Flint Energies, says familiarity can lead to complacency, especially when something around the farm has changed. A power line that was recently installed or equipment that is taller than before can create a hazard where there was not one in the past.
Knowles says communication with local utilities can help prevent accidents. If farmers are unsure about clearance or notice something that does not look right, he encourages them to make the call before continuing the job.
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