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An excavator is operating near an overhead power line with a voltage of 75 kV. According to CSA Z248 Annex A, what is the minimum boom tip clearance distance that must be maintained from this energized overhead line?

CSA Z248 Annex A specifies a minimum approach distance of 5.3 metres for non-utility workers operating mobile equipment near power lines with voltages between 7

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Question: An excavator is operating near an overhead power line with a voltage of 75 kV. According to CSA Z248 Annex A, what is the minimum boom tip clearance distance that must be maintained from this energized overhead line?

Answer options:

  • 4.5 metres ✅ 5.3 metres
  • 6.0 metres
  • 3.0 metres

Correct answer: 5.3 metres

Explanation: CSA Z248 Annex A specifies a minimum approach distance of 5.3 metres for non-utility workers operating mobile equipment near power lines with voltages between 75 kV and less than 250 kV.

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