Rooftop solar panel accident

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Why did a worker die on a solar panel roof?

He was taken to hospital, where he later died that same day. Preliminary investigations found that the cable was lying on the roof, which was wet because it had rained prior to the accident. during demolition works last Thursday, killing a worker. The WSH alert said: “Electrocution is a major concern during the installation of solar panels.

Was a worker electrocuted while installing solar panels?

During the solar panel installation, the worker noticed an exposed cable arcing and emitting smoke. SINGAPORE – A worker died after being electrocuted while installing solar panels on the rooftop of a building on June 12 with a group of workers.

Why was a solar panel stranded on a roof?

Preliminary investigations revealed that the cable was lying on the roof, which was wet due to rain before the incident. Figure 1: Scene of the accident. Electrocution is a major concern during the installation of solar panels. Solar panels generate live current when exposed to sunlight, even when they are not plugged in.

What happened if a solar panel installation was wet?

He was sent to the hospital and died on the same day. Preliminary investigations revealed that the cable was lying on the roof, which was wet due to rain before the incident. Figure 1: Scene of the accident. Electrocution is a major concern during the installation of solar panels.

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