Safety Information - A Guide to Safety Around Power Lines
PECO Energy has developed the following six safety tips as a reminder for you to be aware of the power lines where you live and work.
Electricity is an essential service but it can be dangerous if not properly used. Following these common safety guidelines will help to protect you, your employees and your families.
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Always assume power lines are live. This applies to power lines on utility poles as well as those entering your home or buildings. Even momentary contact can injure or kill. Always keep yourself, your equipment and anything you carry at least 10 feet from power lines. Even though you may notice a covering on a line, NEVER assume it is safe to touch. Stay Away, Stay Alive.
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Never stand ladders near power lines. When working on or near ladders, keep all tools, the ladder, and anything you carry well away (at least 10 feet) from power lines.
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Keep all cranes, scaffolding and high reach equipment away from power lines. Contact with a power line can cause serious burns or electrocution. Remember to work a safe distance from all power lines. When performing construction activities, keep equipment at least 10 feet from power lines and 25 feet from transmission tower lines.
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Keep yourself and others away from any fallen power lines. You never know when they might be live. Call PECO Energy at 1-800-841-4141 right away and report the location of the downed wires. If a line falls on your car, stay in your car. If you must get out of the car, jump clear, do not touch any part of your car and the ground at the same time and stay clear of the fallen line.
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Do not climb or trim trees near power lines. Keep children from climbing trees near power lines. Hire a qualified contractor to trim trees near power lines. If you have any questions about removing limbs or trees near power lines, call PECO Energy at 1-800-841-4141.
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You are required by law to call Pennsylvania One Call at 1-800-242-1776 before you dig. They will help you to locate gas, electric and telephone lines. Whether you are planting a tree, building a fence or laying foundation, contacting a line with a shovel or pick can damage power lines - and injure or kill.
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If you are conducting any work or activity that may bring yourself, your equipment and anything you carry within ten feet of a power line, call
PECO Energy 1-800-841-4141
For more information regarding location of underground utility lines in your neighborhood or work area, call
Pennsylvania One Call 1-800-242-1776