Only qualified utility line clearance professional arborists who meet OSHA qualifications are legally permitted to work within 10 feet of power lines or work on a tree that has branches within 10 feet of power lines.
Line clearance arborists are trained to:
- Prune trees according to American National Standards Institute (ANSI) A-300 pruning standards
- Follow industry best practices, which helps preserve the health of trees
Danger
Homeowners should:
- Never hire a private tree contractor to work within 10 feet of power lines
- Never attempt to do the work themselves
- Always contact the utility for information first