SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Maintain safe clearance from electrical lines, apparatus, or
any energized (exposed or insulated) parts in accordance
with the Minimum Safe Approach Distance (MSAD) as
specified in Table 1-1. Allow for machine movement and
electrical line swaying.
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Table 1-1.Minimum Safe Approach Distances (M.S.A.D.)
Voltage Range
(Phase to Phase)
0 to 50KV
Over 50V to 200 KV
Over 200KV to 350 KV
Over 350 KV to 500 KV
Over 500 KV to 750 KV
Over 750 KV to 1000 KV
NOTE: This requirement shall apply except where
employer, local or governmental regulations
are more stringent.
• Maintain a clearance of at least 10 ft. (3m) between any
part of the machine and its occupants, their tools, and
their equipment from any electrical line or apparatus car-
rying up to 50,000 volts. One foot additional clearance is
required for every additional 30,000 volts or less.
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MINIMUM SAFE APPROACH
DISTANCE
in Feet (Meters)
10 (3)
15 (5)
20 (6)
25 (8)
35 (11)
45 (14)
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