Electrical Public Safety at American Electric Power - Guidelines Used Around Downed Power Lines
Electrical Public Safety at American Electric Power - Guidelines Used Around Downed Power Lines
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Safety at the scene is top priority and with electricity, there are no second chances. These guidelines should be used around downed power lines.
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Keep everyone away from downed power lines, including you.
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Secure the area. Be aware that there may be dangers you can’t see such as a line concealed by foliage or a downed line a few spans away.
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Notice any metal objects such as fences and guardrails. They may have become energized from downed power lines.
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A downed line that is not sparking can still be live and cause electrocution.
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Assume that all downed lines, even phone or coaxial cable lines, are energized. These can become energized by a downed power line.
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Report downed power lines to your local power company immediately.
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