When operating tracked and wheeled vehicles in areas with overhead power lines, secure antennas to a height between __ and __ feet.

When operating tracked and wheeled vehicles in areas with overhead power lines, secure antennas to a height between __ and __ feet.

• A. 12 and 20 feet
• B. 6 and 10 feet
• C. 8 and 13 feet
• D. 10 and 15 feet

Answer: (C)

When operating near overhead power lines, keep any protruding antennae tucked in to reduce the chance of contacting lines as the vehicle moves or sways. The recommended height to secure the antenna is between eight and thirteen feet. This range balances keeping the overall height low enough to avoid brushing lines or obstacles, while not making the antenna so low that minor dusters, bumps, or line sag could cause contact. Heights below eight feet increase the risk of line contact during turns or if lines sag; heights above thirteen feet raise the likelihood of hitting lines if the vehicle passes under them or if the line shifts with wind or movement.

When operating near overhead power lines, keep any protruding antennae tucked in to reduce the chance of contacting lines as the vehicle moves or sways. The recommended height to secure the antenna is between eight and thirteen feet. This range balances keeping the overall height low enough to avoid brushing lines or obstacles, while not making the antenna so low that minor dusters, bumps, or line sag could cause contact. Heights below eight feet increase the risk of line contact during turns or if lines sag; heights above thirteen feet raise the likelihood of hitting lines if the vehicle passes under them or if the line shifts with wind or movement.