This striking workplace safety poster was produced for the Workmen’s Compensation Board of Alberta and delivers a blunt, unforgettable message about the dangers of ungrounded power tools. Using bold typography, high contrast colours, and dramatic illustration, the design captures the urgency of mid century industrial safety campaigns.
The image shows a worker caught in the force of electrical current, visually reinforcing the life threatening risks of improper grounding. Posters like this were commonly displayed in factories, workshops, and construction sites across Alberta as part of a broader push to reduce workplace injuries and fatalities.
A powerful example of Canadian graphic design history, this print combines public safety messaging with strong visual impact, making it a compelling piece for studios, workshops, or anyone interested in labour history and industrial design.
