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C1-3 Separation distances and risk controls
Where possible, the zone separation distances shall be not less than those shown in Figure C1.3.
NOTE: The separation distances shown in Figure C1.3 include allowance for sag and sway of line(s) due to the effects of wind
and temperature.
Where the separation distances cannot be achieved, the electricity distributor shall be notified in writing. The platform shall not
be operated within the ‘no go zone’ until the applicable requirements below are satisfied.
The separation distance between the platform and aerial conductor and risk controls when operating in the vicinity of aerial
conductors shall comply with the following:
(a) Overhead power lines (up to and including 133 kV) The following applies:
(i) No go zone The platform shall not be operated in the ‘no go zone’ as indicated in Figure A.3 for overhead power lines up to
and including 133 kV, unless —
(A) written permission from the electricity distributor has been obtained;
(B) all conditions specified by the electricity distributor are complied with;
(C) the electricity distributor is notified before commencing work;
(D) a spotter performs spotting duties; and
(E) a pre-start site/job meeting has been convened and a risk assessment completed.
(ii) Spotter required zone The platform shall not be operated in the ‘spotter required zone’ as indicated in Figure C1.3 for
overhead power lines up to and including 133 kV, unless—
(A) written permission from the electricity distributor has been obtained;
(B) a spotter performs spotting duties; and
(C) a pre-start site/job meeting has been convened and a risk assessment completed.
(b) Overhead power lines (greater than 133 kV) The following applies:
(i) No go zone The platform shall not be operated in the ‘no go zone’ as indicated in Figure C1.3 for overhead power lines
greater than 133 kV, unless —
(A) an easement entry permit has been provided by the electricity distributor;
(B) written permission from the electricity distributor has been obtained;
(C) all conditions specified by the electricity distributor are complied with;
(D) the electricity distributor is notified before commencing work;
(E) a spotter performs spotting duties; and
(F) a pre-start site/job meeting has been convened and a risk assessment completed.
(ii) Spotter required zone The platform shall not be operated in the ‘spotter required zone’ as indicated in Figure 6.19.3 for
overhead power lines greater than 133 kV, unless—
(A) written permission from the electricity distributor has been obtained;
(B) an easement entry permit has been provided by the electricity distributor;
(C) a spotter performs spotting duties; and
(D) a pre-start site/job meeting has been convened and a risk assessment completed.
(c) Public transport authorities Where aerial conductors are dedicated to the use of public transport authorities, e.g., tramways
and railways, the separation distance shall be the same as that for aerial conductors up to and including 133 kV (see Item (a)).
647414 EN (27/05/2015)
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