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bigfootford

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Posted: 02/04/12 12:05pm Link  |  Quote  |  Print  |  Notify Moderator

For those that need a generator earth ground, you could put the bucket in the bed of your truck...


The work instructions said the generator had to have an earth ground, but the catwalk was 3 stories up in the air. Soooo they got a bucket....


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Posted: 02/04/12 12:20pm Link  |  Quote  |  Print  |  Notify Moderator

I'm not sure OSHA would approve of this

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Posted: 02/04/12 12:22pm Link  |  Quote  |  Print  |  Notify Moderator

old guy wrote:

I'm not sure OSHA would approve of this

How about with a bigger bucket?

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Posted: 02/04/12 12:24pm Link  |  Quote  |  Print  |  Notify Moderator

old guy wrote:

I'm not sure OSHA would approve of this
Maybe, if you put more earth in the bucket, and tied the bucket to the handrail.

I was considering one of those, but I would probably mount the bucket on my ladder.

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Posted: 02/04/12 12:26pm Link  |  Quote  |  Print  |  Notify Moderator

The earth looks a little dry............Add some Water........


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Posted: 02/04/12 12:29pm Link  |  Quote  |  Print  |  Notify Moderator

Is it real or a photoshop job ! I can't tell anymore .

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Posted: 02/04/12 12:38pm Link  |  Quote  |  Print  |  Notify Moderator

Now THAT'S a hoot. Even used the prescribed 3' spike driven (or leaned against at least) the ground.


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Posted: 02/04/12 12:44pm Link  |  Quote  |  Print  |  Notify Moderator

Funny thing is, after looking at it, this setup almost works. The ground rod is pretty close to, or is touching the guard rail which I would expect to be grounded. Paint might prevent a solid connection though.

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That is hilarious.


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It looks like the building itself has lots of steel structure going to ground. Just clamp it to the railing after confirming a path to ground level.

Besides, it's the thought that counts.





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