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Clearances Technical Bulletins
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Pole Anchor & Guy Wire Clearances
When digging or excavating, minimum distances must be maintained from electrical poles and guy wire pole anchors. Excavation within the No Dig Zone requires approval. For more information, view the illustration in the Pole Anchor and Guy Wire Pole Anchor Clearances Bulletin.
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Pool Clearances
Clearances in the Ontario Electrical Safety Code are harmonized with Canadian Standards Association (CSA) CSA Standard C22.3 No. 1:20 Overhead Systems and CSA Standard C22.3 No. 7 Underground Systems. For more information consult the Pool Clearances Bulletin.
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Tree Planting & Trimming Clearances
Trees, shrubs, or vines that grow too close to overhead electrical infrastructure can cause power outages, fires, and fatal contact. For information, consult the Tree Planting and Trimming Clearances Bulletin.
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Overhead Electrical Clearances
For any new building or additions to existing buildings, there are codes and regulations that govern the proximity to overhead electrical infrastructure. For more information, consult the Overhead Electrical Clearances Bulletin.
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Underground Electrical Clearances
Clearances around underground electrical infrastructure must be met by planners, architects, developers / contractors, municipalities, and property owners. For more information, consult the Underground Electrical Clearances Bulletin.