Electric Safety
- Overhead power lines are not insulated, and carry
enough energy to cause serious injury or even death. Regard all
wires as live.
- Keep yourself, your co-workers, friends, family
and vehicles at least 10 feet away from residential electric lines
and equipment.
- Stay alert. Keep ladders at least 10 feet away
from power lines when carrying, moving, and raising them.
- Keep away from wires when working with tools,
pipe, lumber or siding—all of which can conduct electricity.
- Make sure the area is clear of wires before
working near trees or shrubs.
- Never attach or tie anything off to power lines
or electrical equipment.
To further ensure your safety, consider all lines "energized" and put an
effective ground on all equipment working near overhead electric lines.
Tree Trimming
Learn more about planting and trimming trees:
Niagara Mohawk - Electric Safety
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