A painter in southern Bahia was injured after suffering an electric shock while working on a church renovation in the city of Itabuna. The incident occurred on the street José Mangabinha, where witnesses reported that the equipment used for painting came in contact with a high-voltage wire. The shock caused the worker to fall from a height of around four meters, prompting his colleagues to provide immediate assistance and transport him to a health facility for treatment. As of now, there are no updates regarding his health status.

According to Neoenergia Coelba, the electricity company responsible for the power network in Itabuna, no related incidents have been recorded in the area, and protective systems were not activated, suggesting that there were no indications of accidents at the site. The company emphasized the absence of any issues associated with their distribution network, raising questions about workplace safety practices and the adherence to electrical safety standards by contractors working in the region.

This incident highlights the potential dangers faced by workers in construction and renovation projects, especially regarding safety protocols when working around electricity. The lack of protective measures and the unfortunate incident could lead to increased scrutiny on safety regulations in the construction industry, focusing on preventing future accidents and ensuring that such sites are compliant with necessary safety standards.