Riscos de acidentes em sistemas elétricos de potência: análise dos processos de segurança em uma empresa de distribuição de energia

Abstract

Power systems present significant occupational risks due to exposure to electricity, operational complexity, and direct interaction with environmental and human factors. This study aims to analyze accident risks and the safety processes adopted by an electric power distribution company, based on a bibliographic review and practical experience obtained through a supervised internship. The adopted methodology is based on a qualitative approach, grounded in the analysis of operational data, safety inspections, and accident records. The results indicate that, although the company has a robust safety structure, including training programs, systematic inspections, and the use of technical standards such as NBR 14280, weaknesses related to safety culture and workers’ behavior still persist. Resistance to the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), the absence of Preliminary Risk Analysis (PRA), and noncompliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) were identified as the main vulnerabilities. It is concluded that accident reduction depends on the integration between management, technology, and human behavior.