Energized Manhole Entry

[noonan]

We have a corporate requirement that a manhole needs to be de-energized before entry. Granted, this is the safest way, but is it a code requirement?

 

[tom baker]

Code? Not necessarily. But see 100 Qualifed Person, 110.16 and 110.26
Whats the voltage?
Is it a confined space?
Your employer should be commended.

 

[480sparky]

Maybe an OSHA requirement?

 

[noonan]

Code? Not necessarily. But see 100 Qualifed Person, 110.16 and 110.26
Whats the voltage?
Is it a confined space?
Your employer should be commended.

13.8kV.
Yes, it is a permit-required confined space.


As for our employer we usually, condemn them.