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29 CFR 1926.959(d)(3): Extra precautions. If, during operation of the mechanical equipment, that equipment could become energized, the operation also did not comply with at least one of paragraphs (d)(3)(i) through (d)(3)(iii) of this section: At Freymuth Road near Eisenbath Road intersection in Saint Paul, MO 63366 - On or about 05/05/2016, employees were exposed to the hazard of being contacted by electricity, approximately 7,200 volts, where the operations of mechanical equipment, such as, but not limited to, an "ALTEC" bucket truck (VIN No. 544342), did not comply with one of paragraphs (d)(3)(i) through (d)(3)(iii) of this section. Abatement Note: 1926.959(d)(3)(i): The energized lines or equipment exposed to contact shall be covered with insulating protective material that will withstand the type of contact that could be made during the operation. 1926.959(d)(3)(ii): The mechanical equipment shall be insulated for the voltage involved. The mechanical equipment shall be positioned so that its uninsulated portions cannot approach the energized lines or equipment any closer than the minimum approach distances, established by the employer under � 1926.960(c)(1)(i). 1926.959(d)(3)(iii): Each employee shall be protected from hazards that could arise from mechanical equipment contact with energized lines or equipment. The measures used shall ensure that employees will not be exposed to hazardous differences in electric potential.