Request for Network Access resources

For information to help you complete the Request for Network Access, please read the FAQs or visit the appropriate website below:

Website Information provided

Office of the Technical Regulator (OTR)
The OTR website is your first port of call for advice on working near overhead lines and underground cables. The OTR will advise how close you can get to overhead wires and underground cables before you need to have them turned off.

Clearance to powerlines

Working safely near powerlines

SafeWork SA
The SafeWork SA website provides you with the information and resources you need to keep your work area free from hazards, which will help you ensure your safety, the safety of your contractors/employees, and the safety of the general public.

Electrical safety

Working safely near overhead powerlines

Dial Before You Dig
If your work involves digging and you think there may be underground cables in the vicinity, visit Dial Before You Dig for drawings of all known underground services in your work area. It is your responsibility to have the cables visually marked onsite, with depths provided, prior to forwarding your Request for Network Access.

Digging safely

Frequently asked questions

FAQs

How do I know if I'm excavating near underground cables?

See working near underground cables. This will also provide you with details if you're excavating near ETSA Utilities underground assets and need non auto isolation.

Can I use Tiger Tails?

Tiger Tails DO NOT insulate the lines, they are simply a visual marker of the lines. See the document below for more information:

NICC-405 Information on Low Voltage Line Covers

How can I access an ETSA Utilities site?

If you need to access a secure ETSA Utilities area or site, please contact our Network Access Officer on 08 8404 4119.

What if I need to transport a high load?

If you're transporting a high load, please contact our High Loads/Escort Officer on 1300 882 249.

How do I isolate a high voltage service point?

Please call one of our Account Managers on 08 8404 5614 or 08 8404 5912.

Once you're ready to complete the Request for Network Access form, see Request for Network Access.