For Wildland Fires, responders must maintain at least how many feet from transmission or distribution lines?

For Wildland Fires, responders must maintain at least how many feet from transmission or distribution lines?

• A. 20 feet
• B. 50 feet
• C. 10 feet
• D. 100 feet

Answer: (A)

Keep at least 20 feet away from transmission and distribution lines. This distance provides a safety buffer against electric arc or shock if a line shifts, sags, or is damaged during a fire. Lines can flash over to nearby objects or personnel, and heat, wind, or fire can cause lines to move unexpectedly, lowering the clearance. Treat any line that is down or damaged as energized and keep a larger exclusion zone until the utility can secure the area. While some situations may warrant more distance, 20 feet is the minimum standard to reduce the risk of electrocution and arc-related injuries.

Keep at least 20 feet away from transmission and distribution lines. This distance provides a safety buffer against electric arc or shock if a line shifts, sags, or is damaged during a fire. Lines can flash over to nearby objects or personnel, and heat, wind, or fire can cause lines to move unexpectedly, lowering the clearance. Treat any line that is down or damaged as energized and keep a larger exclusion zone until the utility can secure the area. While some situations may warrant more distance, 20 feet is the minimum standard to reduce the risk of electrocution and arc-related injuries.