This week is Farm Safety Week and Ameren Illinois wants to make sure people are aware of the issues when it comes to using farm equipment in the field and on the road, and to make sure farmers aren't putting themselves in danger. John Barud, Senior Director of Ameren Illinois Operations gave some tips for people to be safe, including knowing where power lines are, staying ten feet away from them, and what to do when equipment comes in contact with power lines and there is a need to get out of the vehicle.
Barud said if there isn't a need they should stay in the vehicle and call for help by calling the electric provider. But that isn't all that Ameren and Barud is worried about, as they also have power lines underground and underground gas lines.
Ameren asks before farmers dig they call 811 because if the underground lines get hit it could be very harmful and maybe even lethal. For more information go to ameren.com or call 1-800-755-5000. Barud appeared on the NEWSTALK WTIM Morning Show.
