Section 64(2) in The Indian Electricity Rules, 1956

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Section 64(2) in The Indian Electricity Rules, 1956

(2)The following provisions shall be observed where energy at high or extra-high voltage is supplied, converted, transformed or used:-

(a)[(i) Clearances as per Indian Standard Code shall be provided for electrical apparatus so that sufficient space is available for easy operation and maintenance without any hazard to the operating and maintenance personnel working near the equipment and for ensuring adequate ventilation:

[Provided that the owner of the transformer installation shall not allow any encroachment below such installations. The Electrical Inspector shall direct appropriate law enforcing authorities to remove such encroachments, if in his/her opinion, such encroachments pose a danger to the life of the operating personnel/public person or property.]

(ii)[ The following minimum safety working clearances shall be maintained for the bare conductors or live parts of any apparatus in outdoor sub-stations, excluding overhead lines of HV and EHV installations. [Substituted by G.S.R. 112, dated 22.3.2000 (w.e.f. 15.4.2000). ]

Highest system voltage (KV)	Safety working clearance (Metres)
12	2.6
36	2.8
72.5	3.1
145	3.7
245	4.3
420	6.4
800	10.3

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Section 64(2) in The Indian Electricity Rules, 1956