PART XXVI ELECTRICAL OPERATIONS — Assurance in writing
499
(1) Where the minimum distance set out in subsection 498 (3) cannot be maintained because of the circumstances of work or the inadvertent movement of persons or equipment, an assurance in writing on a form acceptable to the minister and signed by a representative of the owner of the power system, shall be obtained.
499(2)
An assurance under subsection (1) shall state that while the work is being done, electrical equipment and conductors will be displaced or rerouted from the work area, where practicable.
499(3)
Where compliance with subsection (2) is not practicable, an assurance under subsection (1) shall state that the electrical equipment will be isolated and grounded, but where isolation and grounding is not practicable, the assurance shall state that the electrical equipment will be visually identified and guarded.
499(4)
Safeguards specified in an assurance under subsection (1) shall be in place before work commences and shall be effectively maintained while work is taking place.
499(5)
Where guarding is used,
499(a)
neither equipment nor unqualified persons shall touch the guarding; and
499(b)
a safety watch shall be designated, or range limiting or field detection devices acceptable to the minister shall be used.
499(6)
An assurance under subsection (1) shall be available for inspection at the workplace, as closely as practicable to the area of work and shall be made known to all persons with access to the area.
Not legal advice. Verify the cited article against the signed agreement.