Section 39.362. General provisions

(a) When one circuit is directly connected to another circuit of higher voltage, as in the case of an autotransformer, both are considered as of the higher voltage, unless the circuit of the lower voltage is permanently grounded. Direct connection implies electrical connection as opposed to connection merely through electromagnetic or electrostatic induction.

(b) Signal equipment and lines not over 400 volts are not considered alive, unless made alive by leakage from supply equipment or lines. They are, however, a source of danger when near live supply lines, due to their liability of being grounded.

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Cross References

This section cited in 34 Pa. Code § 39.361 (relating to definitions); 34 Pa. Code § 39.411 (relating to general provisions); 34 Pa. Code § 39.421 (relating to general provisions); 34 Pa. Code § 39.431 (relating to general provisions); 34 Pa. Code § 39.441 (relating to general provisions); 34 Pa. Code § 39.451 (relating to general provisions); 34 Pa. Code § 39.461 (relating to general requirements); 34 Pa. Code § 39.471 (relating to general requirements); 34 Pa. Code § 39.491 (relating to general requirements); and 34 Pa. Code § 39.496 (relating to stringing wires).