Where should manhole openings for personnel not be located?

Manhole openings for personnel should not be located directly over electrical equipment because doing so poses significant safety hazards. If a manhole is situated directly above electrical equipment, it increases the risk of accidental exposure to live electrical components or potential electrical failures while personnel are accessing the manhole. This can lead to serious accidents, including electrical shock or contact with energized circuits while workers are entering or exiting the manhole.

Proper manhole placement is crucial for ensuring worker safety and minimizing risks associated with existing infrastructure. Situating openings in safer areas helps protect personnel from unforeseen electrical hazards and promotes a safer working environment. Other locations, while they may have their own concerns, do not specifically compromise the immediate safety related to the potential exposure to electrical equipment in the same immediate area.