PAGE 4 | AUGUST 2011 Signs on Utility Poles Present Hazard A
lthough seemingly innocent enough, putting signs or other items on utility poles creates serious safety hazards.
Staples, nails, and tacks used to hang signs—as well as the signs themselves—pose dangers to Tri-County Electric lineworkers who must climb poles when restoring power following storms or while performing routine maintenance. Posters or other objects (birdhouses, balloons, flags, and
even basketball nets) can create dangerous obstacles. Also, the nails and tacks left behind from signs can snag utility workers’ boots or puncture safety clothing, making lineworkers vulnerable to slipping or even electrocution. In addition to being hazardous, tampering with utility
poles can be costly. Posting signs or attaching other objects to utility poles is illegal according to the following Oklahoma state statute:
§21 1838. Attaching unauthorized objects upon utility poles prohibited. It is unlawful to attach or insert any object with nails or tacks upon poles erected for the support of electric, telephone, utility or power lines; provided, however, the provisions of this act shall not interfere with the inherent rights of the owner. Laws 1963, c. 356, § 1.
Contact Us
Tri-County Electric Cooperative 302 East Glaydas P.O. Box 880 Hooker, Oklahoma 73945
Office Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Friday
Phone: 580-652-2418 Toll Free: 800-522-3315 E-mail:
info@tri-countyelectric.coop
www.tri-countyelectric.coop Most other states
have similar laws against signage on utility poles. Not only is attaching signage to utility poles dangerous and illegal, it’s ugly. The signs aren’t always picked up, leading to litter when they fall off.
Tri-County
Electric encourages co-op members to contact local zoning officers to inquire about where signage can be posted legally. If you do post them legally, be sure to
Image courtesy of: Butler Rural Electric
collect them when your event is over. “Safety is our first priority at Tri-County Electric,” said
Zac Perkins, vice president of Corporate Services. “By being aware of the hazards posed by signs on utility poles, members will help to ensure the safety of our lineworkers.” Source: Chris Grammes
Payment Options
Payment Centers (Self-service kiosks) Kiosks are located in: Beaver, Boise City, Elkhart, Goodwell, Guymon, Hooker
Online Bill Pay (Account Online) Go to
www.tri-countyelectric.coop
Electronic Funds Transfer (Autodraft) Call 800-522-3315 to enroll!
Levelized Monthly Payment (LMP) Call 800-522-3315 to enroll!
Pay by Phone Call 800-522-3315 anytime.
Drop off Payment in Person 302 East Glaydas, Hooker, Oklahoma
Board of Trustees District 1
District 2 District 3
Jimmie L. Draper Erwin Elms
Ronny White
District 4 C.J. Mouser District 5
Joe Mayer
District 6 W.K. Schroeder District 7 District 8 District 9
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Shawn Martinez Cletus Carter Larry Hodges
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