Close call with a live 240V line today, almost fried myself

Was pulling some old 14/2 romex out of a basement panel upgrade when I nicked a live 240V feeder without testing first. Thought I had it de-energized but the main was still hot from a sneaky bypass. Sparks flew everywhere, singed my Klein linesman pliers but I jumped back in time. Heart was pounding like a drum, SMH at my own stupidity. Saw a similar story on r/electricians last week about a guy who got shocked doing subpanel work. Anyone got tips on double-checking breakers before you start yanking wires? FML, need to be more careful out here.

That moment when you realize you're still alive is the best feeling.

Same here brother, been there with a hot ground once.

Homeowners wiring their own shit is the real killer, not us.

Haha, yeah but imagine if the cat had jumped on the panel mid-spark.

Insurance companies love these stories, premiums go up for everyone.

Always use your voltage tester first, Fluke 87 every time.

What brand tester you using? Klein or Fluke?

Inspectors should require lockout/tagout on every job.

Got shocked on a 120V last month pulling a switch, pissed me off.

SharkBite for plumbing yeah, but for wiring? Nah, solder only behind walls.

Romex stapling debates are endless, but live wires don't care about opinions.

We all been there man, don't beat yourself up.

Breathe easy, next job you'll triple check.

Yeah, those basement jobs get you every time with the low light.

Haha, my near miss was dropping a wrench into a live box, dance party ensued.

Test between hot, neutral, and ground every time.

Frustrated with these old panels that don't kill power right.

Lock out tag out kits are cheap insurance, get one.

Dumbass DIYers leaving fuses in sideways, rage inducing.

MC cable over EMT in resi, fight me on that.

Grab a good pair of insulated gloves, Klein makes solid ones.

Hate these jobs where the power never stays off, total headache.