What Does
Clearance Guide Mean?
A clearance guide is the amount of space required for the safe clearance of equipment around a worksite. All industries have standard clearance regulations to ensure safety in the workplace. In most industries a health and safety clearance certificate must be completed to ensure compliance with this important safety requirement.
Safeopedia Explains Clearance Guide
An industry in which clearance guidance is critical to the safety of both workers and the public at large is the electricity industry. It is imperative that safe clearance guidelines be adhered to between wires, machinery and equipment. The site conditions, including undulating terrain, need to be taken into account when calculating clearance guidance. When it comes to power lines, the voltage of the line will affect the amount of clearance that is stipulated.