Boats are a marvelous means
of transportation and enjoyment. Make sure your next cruise is a safe
one by observing a few precautions around electric power lines:
Overhead power lines sometimes are nearly invisible.
If you're enjoying a little sailing, it's easy to forget that power
lines frequently cross even large bodies of water.
Never assume your boat's mast or aerials will clear
an overhead power line, even if you've sailed under it before. Remember
that water levels and boat drafts change. A misjudgment involving power
lines and water can have fatal results.
When you're moving around a harbor, know where overhead
power lines are before you move your boat. Never let any part of your
mast, aerial or craft get closer than 10 feet away from any line. It's
good boating safety, and good sense.
Electrical Safety Campaigns
If you'd like to organize an electrical safety campaign
for your organization, contact the National Electrical Safety Foundation for more information, or contact
us.
