IEEE 1542-2018

The guide is based on industry practices and presents guidelines for installation, maintenance, and operation of above ground irrigation equipment near or under power lines as they pertain to minimum distance to energized conductors and proper grounding to help minimize nuisance shocks. The guide covers a variety of conditions in general terms. Specific recommendations are made for the type of irrigation systems and power line parameters most commonly found. This guide does not cover transferred potentials and currents.