Are there any special rules for contractors and others who work around electricity on a regular basis?
A. Yes. State and federal law and many local ordinances place special restrictions on work activities around high-voltage lines and equipment. An Oncor publication called Play It Safe, Know the Law provides information about the law and includes a reminder about the procedure required to have a high-voltage line temporarily de-energized while work is being done. The information is available in English (.pdf) and Spanish (.pdf).
