What is the minimum safe distance from power lines?

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How Engineering Works Staff asked 6 years ago
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How Engineering Works Staff answered 6 years ago

0 to 50kV – 10 feet
Over 50kV to 200kV – 15 feet
Over 200kV to 350kV – 20 feet
Over 350kV to 500kV – 25 feet
Over 500kV to 750kV – 35 feet

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How Engineering Works Staff answered 6 years ago

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires that equipment be kept at least 10 feet away from power lines with voltages up to 50kV.

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