EnergyAustralia is committed to protecting our customers, the community and electrical workers from the dangers associated with electricity.
Here you will find useful information on how to avoid electrical accidents around your home, at work, outdoors or during a storm. You will also find some tips on what to do in case of an accident involving electricity. Advice on electrical safety for children can be found in the EnergyKids section of our website.
The information presented on this site should be used as a guide only. If you are unsure, seek further advice by calling EnergyAustralia on 13 15 35.
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Overhead Powerline Safety You don’t even have to touch an overhead powerline for it to be fatal. Electricity can jump from powerlines to metal objects like ladders or boat masts in an instant.
Emergency information Fallen powerlines, storms, electrical fires and electric shocks all require quick action to minimise danger to people and property.
Storms and blackouts Find out the steps you can take to reduce potential damage before a storm. Also check our tips on what to do during a storm and how to deal with a blackout.
Trees and powerlines Find out why we trim trees around powerlines, other options such as replacement with ariel bundled or underground cables, general tree trimming advice and useful tips on planting near powerlines.
Bushfire prevention Bushfires can be extremely dangerous. Find out your responsibilities with regard to powerlines on your property and also where to get advice on minimising bushfire risk.
Workplace safety EnergyAustralia is committed to becoming an industry leader in best practice safety performance by doing all we can to prevent workplace accidents.
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