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A crane is operating near overhead power lines. What is the minimum approach distance for a crane boom to a 750 kV power line in Alberta, unless otherwise specified by the power line owner?

According to the Alberta OHS Code Part 18, the minimum approach distance for operations near power lines carrying between 75 kV and 250 kV (and above 250 kV up

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Question: A crane is operating near overhead power lines. What is the minimum approach distance for a crane boom to a 750 kV power line in Alberta, unless otherwise specified by the power line owner?

Answer options: ✅ 10.5 metres (34.5 feet).

  • 3.0 metres (10 feet).
  • 6.0 metres (20 feet).
  • 4.5 metres (15 feet).

Correct answer: 10.5 metres (34.5 feet).

Explanation: According to the Alberta OHS Code Part 18, the minimum approach distance for operations near power lines carrying between 75 kV and 250 kV (and above 250 kV up to 750 kV) is 10.5 metres (34.5 feet), unless a variance or specific procedure is established with the power line owner.

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