| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 589432 | Safety Science | 2011 | 5 Pages |
Contact with overhead power lines is regarded worldwide as one of the leading causes of electrical fatalities. The analysis carried out in this paper refers to a real accident that occurred in Greece a few years ago, involving the contact of a heavy vehicle (concrete pump) with the medium voltage lines of the national distribution network. For a better understanding of the incident, a description of how the protection system of medium voltage distribution lines works when a fault occurs is given. Furthermore, emphasis has been laid on possible ways to avoid similar accidents in the future.
► A heavy vehicle came into contact with an overhead power line with a fatal outcome. ► The analysis showed that the existing network protection system is anthropocentric. ► Technical and organizational proposals are made to reduce future accidents. ► Safer work ethic and an increased awareness in society should be promoted. ► The electrical community should support a global effort.
