What is a potential danger of working near overhead power lines?

The risk of electrocution is a significant danger associated with working near overhead power lines. When individuals or equipment come into close proximity with these lines, there is a potential for contact with live electrical wires, which can lead to severe injury or fatality due to electric shock. High-voltage power lines carry significant electrical energy, and the consequences of coming too close can be catastrophic. Understanding the risks involved in such environments is crucial for proper safety protocols and precautionary measures, ensuring that workers maintain a safe distance and use the appropriate protective gear.

While other factors such as visibility and noise may impact safety in some contexts, they do not pose the direct, life-threatening risk that electrocution does when working around overhead power lines. Therefore, recognizing and mitigating the risk of electrocution is paramount in safety training and on-site practices.