No, it is not safe to touch a cable line. Cable lines typically carry high voltage electricity, and coming into contact with them can be extremely dangerous, leading to electric shock or electrocution. Similarly, if you plug a cable into a faulty outlet or a device with a malfunctioning power supply, you may be at risk of electrical shock. Another similar scenario is when a. I understand many questions about electric shock from live wires and I apologise for adding to that list but after reading many of them I still have my concerns. However. People can get electric shocks through contact with an electric current from a small household appliance, wall outlet, or extension cord. Most electrical injuries in adults occur in the workplace.