In 2024, Jason Knight, a window cleaner from Wiltshire, experienced life-changing injuries after receiving a 33,000-volt electrical shock while cleaning a first-floor window. The shock was caused when electricity jumped from a nearby power cable to his cleaning pole, which was exacerbated by light winds. The incident rendered him unconscious and resulted in the necessity of over 20 surgeries in six months, including the amputation of his left forearm and several toes. This severe injury has raised awareness about the dangers that window cleaners face when working near live electricity.

In the aftermath of his injury, Jason Knight, alongside his father John and supported by their local MP, has initiated a campaign aimed at advocating for the insulation of water-fed poles to a British standard. Their objective is to enhance the safety of window cleaners, gutter cleaners, and other exterior maintenance workers who are often at risk of similar accidents. The campaign seeks to prevent future occurrences of electrocution and raise industry standards across the profession.

The Knights' initiative has garnered support from Equip2Clean, a recognized supplier of cleaning equipment that specializes in products for professionals working at height, including individual entrepreneurs and new business owners. Through this campaign, they aim to not only increase awareness of the risks associated with electrical shocks but also to influence policy changes that prioritize the safety of workers in the cleaning industry across the UK.