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arcing/clashing

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Electric arc: continuous, high-density electric current between two searated conductors in a gas or vapour with a relatively low potential difference, or voltage, across the conductors. Conductor clashing occurs when energized wires accidentally come into contact with each other.

flaring/burn off

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Gas flaring refers to burning off by-products of associated gas generated during different processes, such as oil and gas production, coal bed methane (CBM) production, landfill gas extraction, and petrochemical processes.

commercial use

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Anything used to generate income. The phrase "used for commerical purposes" means the carriage of persons or property for any fare, fee, rate, charge or other consideration, or directly or indirectly in connection with any business, or other undertaking intended for profit. (18 USC 31 (a)(10))

personal use

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Relating to, or affecting a particular person: private, individual. (legal) Utilization of property or assets for non-commercial or individual purposes.

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