Minimum Approach Distances and Their Impact on Live-Line Maintenance of Overhead Transmission Lines
IEEE PES Distinguished Lecture Program — Minimum Approach Distances and Their Impact on Live-Line Maintenance of Overhead Transmission Lines
The IEEE PES Kenya Chapter, in collaboration with Kenya Power, is pleased to host a Distinguished Lecture Program (DLP) featuring Mazana Armstrong, Manager of Transmission Stations in the Engineering Division at BC Hydro, Canada.
This lecture will explore the critical aspects of Minimum Approach Distances (MAD) and their implications on live-line maintenance practices for overhead transmission systems. Participants will gain insights into the engineering principles governing safety clearances, international standards, and risk management strategies to ensure reliability and personnel safety during live-line operations.
Through this technical session, engineers, utility professionals, and students will enhance their understanding of the intersection between electrical safety, transmission system design, and field maintenance practices — essential for building safer and more resilient power systems.
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- Co-sponsored by Kenya Power & Lighting Company (KPLC)
- Starts 14 October 2025 08:46 AM UTC
- Ends 21 October 2025 08:48 AM UTC
- No Admission Charge
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Mazana
Minimum Approach Distances and Their Impact on Live-Line Maintenance of Overhead Transmission Lines
Mazana Armstrong is the Manager of Transmission Stations in the Engineering Division at BC Hydro, Canada, where she leads teams responsible for the design, maintenance, and reliability of high-voltage transmission infrastructure. With over two decades of experience in power system engineering, Mazana specializes in live-line maintenance practices, transmission safety standards, and system reliability enhancement.
She is an IEEE Power & Energy Society (PES) Distinguished Lecturer and has contributed extensively to the development of safety protocols and standards for live-line work across North America. Her technical expertise and leadership in transmission engineering have made her a sought-after speaker at global IEEE forums, where she shares practical insights on integrating safety, technology, and innovation in power utility operations.
Mazana is passionate about advancing best practices in electrical safety, mentoring young professionals, and promoting sustainable and reliable energy systems worldwide.
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