Accidents on the job site can result in lost time, delays in construction, and worst of all, the death and/or injury of employees. When on the job site, remember to be aware of your surroundings and map overhead powerlines in and around your construction zone before work begins. Use the chart below for safe clearance distances for travel and work underneath overhead lines (McKenzie Electric distribution line voltages highlighted in green text):

1926.1408 - Power line safety (up to 350 kV)--equipment operations.

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