•According to OSHA, “electrocution results when a person is exposed to a lethal amount of electrical energy.” Electrocution hazards include items like power lines, transformers, electrical equipment, generators, and extension cords.
VoltageRange
Minimum Approach Distance (MAD)
Up to 50KV
10 feet (3 meters)
Over 50KV to 200KV
15 feet (5 meters)
Over 200KV to 350KV
20 feet (6 meters)
Over 350KV to 500KV
25 feet (8 meters)
Over 500KV to 750KV
35 feet (11 meters)
Over 750KV to 1,000KV
45 feet (14 meters)
Source of ElectrocutionHazard
Means toEliminate
Coming in contact with power lines and/or other energized sources
Maintain a minimum approach distance (MAD) from power source
