Recently, several severe occupational electric shock incidents have been reported in Taiwan. On August 1, 2025 (114th year of the ROC calendar), a Taipower worker in New Taipei City’s Yingge District was electrocuted while climbing a utility pole for construction work. The worker fell unconscious and was left hanging mid-air. Despite emergency rescue efforts, he was later pronounced dead at the hospital. During hot and humid summer months, the risk of occupational electric shock increases significantly. Direct sunlight and high temperatures can impair workers’ concentration, and excessive sweating lowers the electrical resistance of the skin. If electrical equipment lacks proper protection or workers are not equipped with adequate personal protective equipment (PPE) for electric shock prevention, the likelihood of electric shock accidents rises sharply. Additionally, during electrical distribution or maintenance work, accidental electrical arcs frequently occur. These arcs carry intense energy and extremely high temperatures. Without proper protective measures, arc energy can damage equipment and even cause severe injuries or fatalities. Employers must ensure that workers implement all necessary safety measures and prioritize worker safety above all else to prevent electrical shock incidents.

Related information is available on the website of the Institute of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health (ILOSH), Ministry of Labor: Research Area → Occupational Safety Research → Safety Alerts（URL：https://www.ilosh.gov.tw)