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Monday, September 26, 2011

Secondary Power Lines

Q: When using scaffolding, what safety measures need to be taken to stay safe when working by secondary electric lines running to homes or businesses?
A:  You have several options that you can use to keep yours employees safe, as well as being in compliance with OSHA:

  • You can disconnect the power
  • Work at least 10 feet from the lines
  • Reroute the lines
  • Have the power company cover the lines.