ERROR PRECURSORS
Working a 16-hour storm restoration shift can lead to this common error precursor.
What is fatigue?
This tool stands for Stop, Think, Act, Review.
What is STAR?
The minimum distance maintained from energized equipment.
What is Minimum Approach Distance (MAD)?
This precursor occurs when workers focus on speed rather than thoroughness.
What is Time Pressure?
Repeating information back to ensure understanding is called this communication method.
This protective equipment is the last line of defense against injury.
What is PPE?
Radio traffic, cell phone, equipment noise, and multiple crews operating nearby create this precursor.
What is Distractions?
A deliberate pause when conditions change on the job site is known as this.
What is a Stop-and Review, or All-Stop?
The process of isolating and securing energy sources before work begins.
What is Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)?
The tendency to believe "I've done this hundreds of times" often leads to this precursor.
What is Complacency?
Checking equipment identification before operating it is an example of this tool.
What is Self-Checking?
The ultimate objective of every utility safety program.
What is Sending Everyone Home Safely?
A new employee doesn't understand an instruction, but doesn't ask questions because everyone is busy.
What is Lack of Questioning Attitude / Poor Communication?
Two crew members independently verify the transformer DIS before work begins.
What is Peer Check?
Name two major electrical hazards faced by utility workers.
Electric Shock and Arc Flash