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Eletrocution death of Samoa Electric employee deemed tragic accident

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The EPC linesmen was working on high powered lines

Apia, SAMOA — The Electric Power Corporation said the death of one of its employees last Wednesday, Tevita Amituana’i was by electrocution when he accidentally slipped.

In a press statement, EPC said the deceased was part of the 5 linesmen team including a Supervisor that attended the upgrade works on its low voltage distribution network.

“At around 3:00pm on Wednesday 27th March 2019 while working on its low voltage distribution network at Alafua, Tevita accidentally slipped and was electrocuted,” said the statement.

“Tevita had his full safety gear on when the accident happened, however, it is quite tragic that this has happened to one of our own. From investigations, the logistics of the work site where he was working and with reference to statements obtained from witnesses, Tevita slipped from the ladder and accidentally touched the live wire while attempting to conclude the works on the Low Voltage Power Pole he was working on.

“Weather condition of light showers and wind towards the end of their work has not been ruled out as a contributing factor.

“Given the sensitive nature and circumstances surrounding the death of our own, the Electric Power Corporation’s first priority since then, was to assist Tevita’s family and his working team in coming in to terms with his passing and reminding the employees of Safety Policies and Procedures.

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