General Order 95

Section VIII

Detailed Construction Requirements for Communication Lines
(Class C Circuits)

81.6    Stepping

The lowest step on any stepped pole shall be not less than 7 feet 6 inches from the ground line where supply conductors are supported on the same pole with communication conductors. On poles supporting communication conductors only, the lowest metal step may be placed not less than 6 feet 6 inches above the ground and one wood step may be placed 3 feet 6 inches above the ground.