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MAKE SURE ALL TOWERS AND MASTS ARE SECURELY GROUNDED, AND
ELECTRICAL
CABLES
ARRESTORS. This will help prevent fire damage or human injury in case of
lightning, static build-up, or short circuit within equipment connected to the
antenna.
The base of the antenna mast or tower must be connected directly to the
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building protective ground or to one or more approved grounding rods, using 1
OAWG ground wire and corrosion-resistant connectors.
Refer to the National Electrical Code for grounding details.
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IF A PERSON COMES IN CONTACT WITH ELECTRICAL POWER, AND
CANNOT MOVE:
DON'T TOUCH THAT PERSON, OR YOU MAY BE ELECTROCUTED.
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Use a non-conductive dry board, stick or rope to push or drag them so they no
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longer are in contact with electrical power.
Once they are no longer contacting electrical power, administer CPR if you are
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certified, and make sure that emergency medical aid has been requested.
CONNECTED
TO
ANTENNAS
HAVE
LIGHTNING
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