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36 KIUC CURRENTS How much to trim is prescribed by a utility forester based on tree growth rate and structure, limb configurations, wind sway and line sag. The species, environmental factors, irrigation and proximity of the tree to the line are considered. A margin of safety is added above minimum clearance requirements. After these determinations are made, KIUC implements a planned and consistent trimming cycle to ensure dollars are well spent and power lines stay clear. Faster growing areas require greater clearances at the time of trim to reduce stress to the tree and and costs associated with the trimming. State law requires that KIUC maintains all lines, keeping them safe and hazardfree. If KIUC’s inspection staff or contractor determines that some trimming must be done within an easement on private property, no prior notification is required. Utility easements and rights of way often are conveyed in the deed to a property. As a condition of electric service to your home, you also must provide the utility with reasonable access to your property for maintenance at all times. KIUC does not trim service drops on private property, so this responsibility remains with the property owner. A qualified trimmer should be contacted for such work. Always take extreme caution when working near overhead power lines, as any electrical contact could result in serious injury. ARBOR DAY Why KIUC Trims Trees Trees growing near power lines can be dangerous… ◼ KIUC trims trees to keep communities safe. ◼ Trees are maintained at a safe distance from power lines to prevent people from climbing or working where they might be injured by coming in contact with highvoltage wires. ◼ KIUC trims trees to prevent fires. ◼ Tree trimming reduces the possibility that a tree may come in contact with highvoltage power lines, resulting in sparks that could start fires. The coop also maintains the vegetation around its buildings and equipment. ◼ KIUC trims trees to prevent power outages. Trees and branches falling into power lines contribute to a number of power outages. Keeping limbs clear of power lines helps reduce the number of outages. KIUC highly recommends that all members survey areas carefully prior to planting trees to be sure that they will not cause problems as they mature and grow high enough to reach overhead power lines. Saturday, November 6, 2010 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Kukui Grove Shopping Center behind BigK (KMart) This year’s Arbor Day event, more than 1,900 plants will be free to the public. Many native plants will be given away including alo`alo, mao, koa, milo, naupaka and pua kenikeni. Other plant offerings will include papaya, cacao, and green ti. Please join us for this wonderful day that also offer educational booths by local conservation groups and free give-aways. Arborists will be on hand to answer questions and offer advice. Gates open at 9 a.m. Please join us!
TARIFF RULE NO. 16 INTERRUPTION OF SERVICE A. The Company will exercise reasonable diligence and care to furnish and deliver a continuous and sufficient supply of electric energy to the customer, and to avoid any interruption of delivery of same. The Company will not be liable for interruption or insufficiency of supply or any loss, cost, damage or expense of any nature whatsoever, occasioned thereby if caused by accident, storm, fire, strikes, riots, war or any cause not within the Company's control through the exercise of reasonable diligence and care. B. The Company, whenever it shall find it necessary for the purpose of making repairs, changes or improvements to its system, will have the right to suspend temporarily the delivery of electric energy, but in all such cases, as reasonable notice thereof as circumstances will permit, will be given to the customer, and the making of such repairs, changes or improvements will be prosecuted as rapidly as may be practicable, and if practicable, at such time as will cause the least inconvenience to the affected customer. C. Should a shortage of supply ever occur, the Company will apportion its available supply of electricity among its customers as authorized or directed by the Public Utilities Commission. In the absence of a Commission order, the Company will apportion the supply in the manner that appears to it most equitable under conditions then prevailing. Any rules, regulations, rates or contracts of the Company which are inconsistent with such order or plan shall be deemed suspended while such order or plan is in effect and the Company shall not be liable when it acts in substantial compliance with such order or plan. D. On a semiannual basis, the Company shall provide to the customer notification of the customer's right to file compensation claims with the Company for any loss, cost, damage or expense caused by an interruption of service. The notification shall be on a separate information sheet enclosed with the billing. E. For a customer's compensation claim to be valid, it must be filed with the Company within thirty (30) days of the interruption of service. The Company shall review every claim and shall compensate the customer for any loss, cost, damage or expense as determined by the Company to be within the Company's control. PUC Decision and Order No. 19658 Effective: November 1, 2002 For complete KIUC tariff information, visit www.kiuc.coop. Photo by Shelley Paik OCTOBER 2010 37
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