Do not light fires or burn debris under or near power lines or a high voltage installation
Fires lit under high voltage power lines can cause electric shock by carrying electricity from the conductors to the ground through the column of smoke. Combustion smoke is formed by unburnt carbon particles, and carbon is an excellent conductor of electricity. The thicker the cloud of smoke around the power lines, the easier it will be for the electricity to be transmitted through it. If the material being burnt is damp, the resulting smoke will be highly conductive and able to transmit electricity, particularly in cases where it involves the burning of woody material such as blackberry shrubs, cuttings and trees.
Do not fly kites near power lines
Flying kites near high voltage lines can result in electric shock and electrocution for the person doing it. If a kite becomes entangled in power lines do not attempt to retrieve under any circumstances.
Do not cut down, lop or trim trees near power lines or high voltage installations
Cutting down or lopping trees near high voltage power lines can lead to electric shock if the tree or a limb falls near energized wires or, even more so, if it comes into contact with them. If you need to trim or cut down trees in close proximity to live power lines and are not sure about the procedure, contact Transelec.