Energy type:
Electricity
Event summary:
A contractor brought down an 11kV power line by accident.
Accident ID:
160321-06
Accident date:
18 March 2016
Site:
Works or Distribution
Environment:
Outside (above ground)
Voltage:
11000
Equipment:
Overhead lines
Accident type:
Electrical mechanical
Casualty:
Non-fatality
Injury:
No injury
Property damage level:
Restricted to the direct vicinity of the equipment
Outcome of investigation:
A contractor was working near 11kV overhead line. He had the necessary permit and stand-over person. The observer left the site, and the line was struck. The network company was involved and will recover costs from contractor.
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