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Working near overhead and underground power lines

Information on how to reduce the risks associated with operating mobile plant and working near overhead and underground electrical lines.

Resources

A guide to working safely with Mobile Plant near Overhead and Underground Electrical Lines (pdf, 572.6 KB)
Working near overhead and underground electrical lines guidance Safe Work Australia
TasNetworks' 'look up, look out' warning following recent incidents of contacting overhead powerlines (Feb 2017)

Working near overhead and underground power lines

Resources

Safety resources