Photovoltaic panel falling accident scene

Are solar installers exposed to a fall accident?

Although there is a lack of formalized reporting and verification of solar worker fall accident data, it is clear that most residential and commercial solar installers are exposed to the risk factors clarified in the previous paragraph.

How dangerous is a photovoltaic installation?

Safety risks and mitigation measures Falls from elevated surfaces are the most significant contributing occupational hazard to fatalities in the construction industry (Dong et al., 2019, U.S. Department of Labor, 1990). Photovoltaic installations performed on elevated working surfaces expose installers to the risk of falling from dangerous heights.

Are solar panels a problem if they are not plugged in?

The WSH alert said: “Electrocution is a major concern during the installation of solar panels. Solar panels generate live current when exposed to sunlight, even when they are not plugged in.”

Are Floating photovoltaic installations safe?

During floating photovoltaic installations, the surrounding water body can also induce additional electrical safety risks (Sen et al., 2021). Extreme weather conditions can exacerbate electrical risks in all installation types and settings.

Are photovoltaic installers exposed to HRIS?

Photovoltaic installers are exposed to HRIs from working in hot temperatures for prolonged periods. Solar panels are typically installed in geographic locations with high sun and heat exposure (Hanson & Thatcher, 2020) due to energy density and higher financial rates of return on investment, thus increasing the risk of HRIs.