Power Line and Substation Safety

Power Line Safety

More than 10 percent of residential electrocutions in 1998 were related to antennas and
ladders. When installing or taking down radio and CB antennas and when using ladders
to clean windows and gutters, paint the house or trim trees, be mindful of overhead
power lines.

Just to Be Safe ...
	Never touch anything touching a power line
	Keep ladders, antennas, kites, etc. away from power lines
	Check for powerline clearance when using hay-bailers or tractors
	Keep 10 feet away from power lines since power can jump to conductors
	Power lines aren't insulated for protecting people

Substation Safety

The “Danger—Keep Out’ or “Warning—High Voltage” signs on substation fences are there for your protection. Substations convert high-voltage power from transmission lines into lower voltage electricity to supply homes and businesses? Substation equipment is always exposed to high-voltage. Some substation components could be energized at more than 100,000 volts.

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