Slip on tool hooks cannot be used because of a danger of electrical shock.
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June 6, 1980
Mr. Jack Buchanan
Director, Safety Services
Kansas Gas and Electric Company
P.O. Box 208
Wichita, Kansas 67201
Dear Mr. Buchanan:
This is in response to your request which was forwarded from our Wichita Area Office concerning the use of your slip on tool hook.