Original Version

Rule 57.4-G

57.4-G.    From Buildings and Other Structures

Messengers and metal sheathed cables, which are bonded and grounded as specified in Rule 57.8 are not required to clear buildings and other structures any specified horizontal distance and the clearance specified in Table 1, Case 7, Column D does not apply in such instances.  Such cables, and messengers, shall be installed so that they do not interfere with the free use of fire escapes, exits, etc., and shall be so arranged as to hamper and endanger workmen and firemen as little as possible in the performance of their duties.

Strikeout and Underline Version

Rule 57.4-G

57.4-G.    From Buildings and Other Structures

Messengers and metal sheathed cables, which are bonded and grounded as specified in Rule 57.8 are not required to clear buildings and other structures any specified horizontal distance and the clearance specified in Table 1, Case 7, Column D does not apply in such instances.  Such cables, and messengers, shall be installed so that they do not interfere with the free use of fire escapes, exits, etc., and shall be so arranged as to hamper and endanger workmen and firemen as little as possible in the performance of their duties. should be arranged so as not to hamper or endanger workers and firefighters while performing their duties.

Final Version

Rule 57.4-G

57.4-G.    From Buildings and Other Structures

Messengers and metal sheathed cables, which are bonded and grounded as specified in Rule 57.8 are not required to clear buildings and other structures any specified horizontal distance and the clearance specified in Table 1, Case 7, Column D does not apply in such instances.  Such cables, and messengers, shall be installed so that they do not interfere with the free use of fire escapes, exits, etc., and should be arranged so as not to hamper or endanger workers and firefighters while performing their duties.