In the world of electricity, one small mistake can be deadly. A single spark, a quick touch, or an exposed wire—any of these can turn an ordinary workday into a disaster. That’s why, if you’re an electrician—like me—safety isn’t optional, it’s a way of life.

1. My First Step? Turn Off the Power and Breathe Easy

The golden rule: Never touch anything until the power is off.

Don’t rely on someone’s word or what you see-test it yourself. Use a voltage tester, and always test the tester before and after use. Electricity doesn’t give second chances!

2. My Helmet, Gloves, and Tools Are Not Just for Show

I never go to work without my PPE:

Insulated electrical gloves.

A helmet to protect me from falling objects or sparks.

Safety glasses and non-conductive boots.

They’re my armor in the field.

3. Don’t Touch… Until You Double-Check!

Too many workers have been shocked because they thought the power was off.

Simple rule: Test, then test again, then test again.

And always tag out the circuit—“Do Not Switch On – Technician at Work”—so no one restarts the power while you’re working.

4. I Don’t Work in Water – Electricity Doesn’t Swim!

If the floor is wet or it’s too humid, I stop.

No task is worth risking my life.

Dry = Safe. Wet = Regret.

5. My Tools Speak for Me

My tools are always in top condition:

Insulated screwdrivers, clean cables, and up-to-date testers.

I don’t use anything damaged or suspicious. My life is worth more than saving a few bucks.

6. Teamwork = Double the Safety

I don’t like working alone. A nearby coworker could save my life in an emergency.

In critical moments, two hands are better than one—especially when one is giving CPR.

7. I Finish My Job… and Leave the Area Safe

After every task, I review my work. I only restore power when everything is in place and safe.

Because I don’t want the next person to get hurt because of something I missed.

The Bottom Line?

I’m proud to be an electrician.

I respect my job—and I respect electricity.

It serves us when we handle it safely. It hurts us when we get careless.

Every day I go to work, I have one goal:

To go back home safe, see my family, and start a new day—alive and well.