
What are the safety precautions around electrical transmission towers?
2025-08-10While health risks are not scientifically substantiated, there are definitive safety risks associated with direct contact or close proximity to power lines.
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Electrocution Hazard: transmission lines carry extremely high voltages and are uninsulated. Electricity can "arc" or "flash" over a significant distance without direct physical contact, which is why strict safety clearances are enforced.
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Safety Clearances: For professional workers and equipment, organizations like OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) in the US mandate minimum approach distances. These distances increase with the voltage of the line.
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Fallen Lines: A downed power line is extremely dangerous. The ground around it can become energized, and direct contact can be lethal.
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