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A crane is operating near a 12,000-volt overhead power line. The power company cannot de-energize the line. What is the minimum clearance distance required between the crane and the energized line?

Correct Answer

D) 10 feet

OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1408 requires a minimum 10-foot clearance for voltages up to 50kV. At 12kV, the minimum clearance is 10 feet.

Answer Options
A
15 feet
B
6 feet
C
20 feet
D
10 feet

Why This Is the Correct Answer

OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1408 requires a minimum 10-foot clearance for voltages up to 50kV. At 12kV, the minimum clearance is 10 feet.

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