Scaffolding work near overhead electric lines
Safe Work Australia
Version:
2014.
(Current)
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Publication date
July 2014
Pages
4
Current status
Current
Description
This Information Sheet provides advice on managing the risks of erecting, dismantling and using fixed scaffolding near overhead electric lines and associated electrical equipment with an operating voltage up to and including 33,000 volts.
Where the operating voltage of the overhead electric lines is above 33,000 volts you should consult the Electricity Supply Authority and comply with all special conditions imposed
by them.
Scope
Contents:
Overview
What Are The Risks?
What Do I Need To Do?
Approach Distances
How Do I Control The Risks?
Extra Control Measures For Electrical Wires Passing Through A Scaffold
Erected Scaffolding Using A Hoarding And Enclosure For Reduced Safety Clearances
Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS)
ISBN
978-1-74361-760-1
Attribution
Safe Work Australia
Licence
Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Australia License
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Sector
Residential
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