Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 006 Hazard:

29 CFR 1926.451(f)(6): The clearance between scaffolds and power lines shall be as follows: Scaffolds shall not be erected, used, dismantled, altered, or moved such that they or any conductive material handled on them might come closer to exposed and energized power lines than as follows: *Insulated Lines _____________________________________________________________________ Voltage Minimum distance Alternatives ____________________ ________________________ _______________________ Less than 300 volts. 3 feet (0.9 m) 300 volts to 50 kv. 10 feet (3.1 m) More than 50 kv..... 10 feet (3.1 m) plus 2 times the length 0.4 inches (1.0 cm) of the line for each 1 kv over insulator, but never 50 kv. less than 10 feet (3.1 m). ____________________ ________________________ _______________________ *Uninsulated lines _____________________________________________________________________ Voltage Minimum distance Alternatives ____________________ ________________________ _______________________ Less than 50 kv..... 10 feet (3.1 m). More than 50 kv..... 10 feet (3.1 m) plus 2 times the length of 0.4 inches (1.0 cm) the line insulator, for each 1 kv over but never less than 50 kv. 10 feet (3.1 m). ____________________ ________________________ _______________________ Exception to paragraph (f)(6): Scaffolds and materials may be closer to power lines than specified above where such clearance is necessary for performance of work, and only after the utility company, or electrical system operator, has been notified of the need to work closer and the utility company, or electrical system operator, has deenergized the lines, relocated the lines, or installed protective coverings to prevent accidental contact with the lines: On or about 6/17/2013, E. 230th Street a) The employee was removing concrete and within 2' of the main electrical service panel.