One of two men working onboard a lift that contacted power lines Wednesday in Allentown was shocked and hospitalized in critical condition, according to the city fire department. Firefighters along ...

That electricity can arc, or jump, from a power line to an aerial lift without contact with the line. If any part of the lift gets too close to a power line, an arc can cause electrical current to ...

Common Aerial Lift Hazards. Aerial lifts are incredibly valuable machines, ... it is important to wear protective gear and ensure that power lines have been de-energized before work begins.

Following are the conclusions of a 1991 study by Brian Erga, IEEE 91 SM 312-9 PWRD, also known as “Test Results of Grounding Uninsulated Aerial Lift Vehicles Near Energized Distribution Lines.” This ...

The Aerial Cleaning System is the third generation of aerial cleaning equipment for power utility operators. The system uses a 120- to 180-gallon water tank mounted under the belly of a helicopter and ...

Assuming bare wire power lines are responsible for the vast majority of wildfire ignitions when power lines are involved, it is imperative to devise mitigation measures. Bare wires can cause ignition ...

That's because the American Transmission Company and Aerial Solutions Inc. are cleaning up the trees surrounding the area's power lines. It's all in an effort to keep the power on and ensure safety.