The employer did not ensure that minimum clearances from energized overhead lines as set forth in table 2 were being followed. While operating the Terex TB 85 Boom Lift to power was the windows of the building located at 25 Orinda Way Orinda, CA.  The highest point of the lift came within one (1) foot of the lowest overhead power line located in close proximity of the building. There were two (2) employees inside the basket of the lift at the time of the accident; one (1) sustained fatal injuries and the other received burns to 50% of the total body surface area. The voltage in the overhead high voltage lines was 115,000 volts nominal (PHASE TO PHASE) and required a minimum clearance of 13 feet.

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