Electrical
The most common electrical risks include hitting overhead and underground powerlines, working on live equipment, and arc flashes. Consult with the supply authority and de-energise equipment before working near electricity. Don't do electrical work without a licence.
Factsheet and checklists:
- principal contractors and site supervisors: Electrical safety in construction inspection checklist (PDF, 196.38 KB)
- construction or demolition site: Electrical practices – construction and demolition sites fact sheet
- general guidance: Electrical risks at the workplace fact sheet
Electrical and power pages:
- Understand the requirements for electrical equipment inspection (testing and tagging).
- Know when you need a residual current device (RCD).
- Know the specific requirements for working with de-energised electrical equipment.
- Understand the safety requirements when working near power lines – overhead and underground.
Licensing:
Webinar:
Codes of practice:
- Managing electrical risks in the workplace (PDF, 1337.36 KB) provides more information on inspection and testing of electrical equipment.
- Work near overhead powerlines (PDF, 3569.89 KB) provides more information on how to protect workers from the risks arising when working near overhead power lines and associated electrical equipment.