A maintenance worker tragically lost his life due to electrocution while performing an electrical inspection. The fatal incident occurred despite a prior safety briefing, underlining the inherent dangers of the job. The identity of the worker has not been disclosed at this time, and an investigation is underway to determine how such an accident could have occurred.

In Japan, there's a strong emphasis on workplace safety, and incidents like this one occur relatively rarely thanks to stringent regulations and procedures. The incident will likely trigger a nationwide conversation about the safety of electrical workers, the effectiveness of current protection measures, and whether current legal regulations are sufficient.

In contrast, similar issues in the U.S or E.U are usually handled with immediate investigation by occupational safety and health authorities. Those found at fault could face severe penalties, including heavy fines or even imprisonment. However, these regions also face similar challenges in ensuring worker safety despite existing regulations.