Electrocution by street lighting

J Forensic Sci. 1984 Jul;29(3):836-42.

Abstract

Four lethal and one nonlethal electrocutions from street lighting equipment are described. These cases have in common old installations, metal light poles, wet environment, 480-V power sources, and intact fuses. Identification of causative factors may permit future accommodation in design to reduce risk.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Electric Injuries / etiology*
  • Electric Wiring*
  • Electricity*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Humidity / adverse effects
  • Lighting / adverse effects*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged