Safety
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Electricity is dangerous and can cause serious injury or death if you come into contact with it.
If you’re working with or near electricity, it’s important to stay aware of your surroundings and keep your distance. Read on for more tips and information to keep safe and avoid harm.
In an electrical emergency
Dial 111 in an emergency for immediate help if you or someone else is in danger or harm.
For faults or damage to lines or assets, or to report a hazard, call 0800 800 769 (24 hours).
Electrical emergency
If you or anyone else is in direct danger around electricity, call 111. If not, call Waipā Networks
0800 800 769.
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Electrical safety
Remember to always keep yourself and other safe around electricity, whether you are inside or outside of your home or business.
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Safety disconnections
Are you looking to temporarily or permanently disconnect your home or business from our network? It is easy. Find all you need here.
Safety around our network
Find out how to keep yourself, your whānau and contractors safe when working around our network at your home or business.
Assets and infrastructure
What should you do if Waipā Networks’ infrastructure is located on your property? All you need to know, including safety measures.
Travelling with high loads
If you’re travelling with a high load, always check your route before you set off. Here’s everything you need to avoid contact with our network assets.
Trees and power lines
Trees over powerlines can cause power outages and are a major safety hazard. Learn more about trees on your property.
Rules and regulations
As property owners and tree growers, there are regulations in place to ensure power lines are kept clear of trees and risks are minimised.
Tree safety notices
Under the Electricity (Hazards From Trees) Regulations 2003, we are required to issue notices to tree owners if needed.