The Cooperative has a legal obligation concerning tree removal, tree trimming and right-of-way maintenance on all existing primary and secondary electrical facilities to maintain such facilities in accordance with the National Electric Safety Code, the Rules and Regulations of the Oregon Public Utility Commission and Rural Utilities Service requirements.
The Cooperative may, through its employees or other agents, enter the consumer's property at reasonable times in order to undertake needed vegetation management work. The property owner agrees not to interfere with such activity.
Vegetation management is essential for employee safety, public safety and continuity of service to the consumers.