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x�W-g-g —M — O"M s. 5.2 overhead and Buried Utilities Great care must be taken when using a drill rig on a site or project within the vicinity of electrical power lines and other utilities. Electricity can shock, burn, and result in death. overhead and buried utilities should be located, noted, and emphasized on all boring location plans and assignment sheets. When overhead electrical power lines exist at or near a drilling site or project, all wires are to be considered live and dangerous. Watch for sagging power lines before entering a site. Do not lift power lines to gain entrance. Telephone the appropriate utility company and request they lift or raise and de-energize (turn power off) the lines. Walk completely around the drill rig before raising the drill rig mast (derrick) on a site in the vicinity of power lines. Determine what the minimum distance from any point on the drill rig to the nearest power line will be when the mast is raised and/or is being raised. Do not raise the mast or operate the drill rig if this distance is less than 20 feet. Remember that hoist lines and overhead power lines can be moved toward each other by the wind. If there are any questions concerning the safety of drilling on the site in the vicinity of overhead power lines, telephone the power company. The power company will provide expert advice at the drilling site as a public service and at no cost. Underground electric lines are as dangerous as overhead lines. Be aware and always suspect the existence of underground utilities such as electrical power, gas, petroleum, telephone, sewer, and water. Ask for assistance: If a sign warning of underground utilities is located on a site boundary, do not assume that underground utilities are located on or near the boundary or property line under the sign; telephone the utility company and check it out. The underground utilities may be a considerable distance from the warning sign; and Always contact the owners of utility lines or the nearest underground utility location service before drilling. The utility personnel should determine the location of underground lines and mark and flag these locations. Determine, with the utility personnel, what specific precautions must be taken to assure safety. .... ........ Project No. 1232 -5- FAIVIRONMENTAL AUDIT,INC.