When you’re working near our electricity network, your safety always comes first. We’re here to help our communities be aware, informed, and protected.
Safety around electricity on your property
Whether you have a tree that needs trimming or you're building a deck, before you start your next project, make sure you know what to do to stay safe around electricity.
Safety when working on or near the electricity network
Working on or near our assets is dangerous and care must be taken at all times. We have plenty of helpful information to help you stay safe.
Our safety campaigns
Check out our main safety messages for the public, and for contractors and tradies. These messages are shared across radio, digital and other channels to help you stay safe around electricity.
Public safety campaign
Check out our 'Be switched on to safety' campaign to help keep you and your whānau safe around electricity. From DIY near overhead or underground power lines, tree and vegetation management, to preparing for power outages and knowing what to do if a vehicle hits a power pole.
Tradie and contractor safety campaign
We've developed a safety campaign to help tradies and contractors working near the electricity network to remember that ‘Safe is a 4 metre word’. Our free resources including posters, graphics and videos can be downloaded and shared with your workmates to keep everyone on site safe and the job on track.
Health and Safety Policy
