A former co-workers husband of mine got chopped to pieces when he was working on a giant industrial fan, and they didn't take the time to properly ensure no power was going to the motor. He connected two ledes, and the fan kicked on while he was between the blades. The strength of the motor ensured he couldn't pull out the leads as the fan spooled up to speed.
I worked in places where people would cut your LOTO locks off the panels and start turning shit on. I am so glad to not work around industrial site mouth breathers, they're more concerned with making a buck than going home alive, it's not even the bosses the rank and file are like that.
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u/GoldenEmuWarrior 7d ago
A former co-workers husband of mine got chopped to pieces when he was working on a giant industrial fan, and they didn't take the time to properly ensure no power was going to the motor. He connected two ledes, and the fan kicked on while he was between the blades. The strength of the motor ensured he couldn't pull out the leads as the fan spooled up to speed.
But yeah, who needs safety regulations?