I'd like to say, we've all had to do "Live Work" (bare handed) at some time or another. I've never worked anything above 480 live (bare handed)and would flat refuse to do so.
But, there are situations that arise such as emergencey's that require this. I do not like it! I do not condone it! I would never ask anyone else to do it!
Saying someone should be beat stupid is tuff talk from a keyboard, because I'd wager even you have done this.
Rob
[This message has been edited by sierra electrician (edited 03-12-2006).]
