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Keep green metal transformer boxes clear of obstructions

by John Todd
5 years ago
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SMUD suspends power shutoffs for non-payment

With warm spring weather comes yard work, especially now during the COVID-19 crisis, when some folks might find gardening as a way to get outside and enjoy sunny days—while maintaining safe distancing practices.

Customers with neighborhood high-voltage equipment and transformers in their yards can do a lot to help themselves, their neighbors and SMUD work crews stay safe by maintaining clearance around the green metal utility boxes.

Remember to keep eight feet of space around this equipment, especially in front of any access doors, when planting trees and shrubs, or building fences and other structures. Proper clearance helps SMUD crews restore power more quickly and safely during a power outage. It also helps them perform scheduled maintenance more safely and efficiently. The clearance is a legal requirement, as regulated by the California Code of Regulations.

Remember also during this time of heightened concern over COVID-19, if you see our field personnel out, please greet them from afar with a thumbs up or a wave.

“SMUD’s guiding principle is safety for our employees and the public. SMUD is grateful to our crews for keeping our community safe and providing vital services during this time. Their health and safety are critical to keeping our power system running reliably.”

Frankie McDermott, SMUD Chief Energy Delivery Officer

Also, please remember, before starting to shovel, smart and safe digging means calling 811 or visiting usanorth811.org to request a utility-locate before each ground disturbance job. Using the website for your notification can save time. There is no cost for the customer and all utilities will respond to mark the locations of their underground lines so that there isn’t an accidental dig-in, which can be dangerous and result in injury and expensive repairs. The notification is valid for 28 days so if the excavation project goes beyond this timeframe, notify USA North again to renew your ticket. For businesses, or if a homeowner hires someone, it’s the law to request a utility-locate a minimum of two full business days before doing any digging. But for do-it yourself homeowners, it’s the way to stay safe and avoid financial and legal responsibility for repairs and/or injuries.

For safety’s sake, never climb on, plant or dig around neighborhood electrical transformers.

John Todd

John Todd

Born and raised in Rio Linda, a graduate of Rio Linda High School, and a resident for most of the last 50 years. Co-Chair for the Rio Linda Elverta Neighborhood Association, announcer for Rio Linda Knights Football, Rio Linda Christmas Light Parade, and Rio Linda Little League Parade, Original keeper of the Archway Lights, and outspoken advocate for the Rio Linda Elverta community.

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