Stay safe without switching off the power. Protective insulation systems for overhead electrical conductors,enabling construction work to proceed safely near live power lines without requiring supply shutdowns.
Stay safe without switching off the power. Protective insulation systems for overhead electrical conductors,enabling construction work to proceed safely near live power lines without requiring supply shutdowns.
Work near live power lines safely
WorkSafe NZ compliant
Cost-effective alternative to shutdowns
Delta network coordination
Common Questions
Power line wraps are double-insulated protective covers fitted over overhead conductors so people, scaffolding and equipment can work safely near live lines without contact. They let a project keep going without an expensive supply shutdown, while staying within WorkSafe New Zealand distancing rules. They are a practical, cost-effective way to keep a site moving and workers safe.
Anyone working close to overhead power lines: builders, scaffolders, crane and EWP operators, and roofers, plus homeowners and contractors across Dunedin, Mosgiel and rural Otago with projects near lines. If your work brings people or machinery inside the safe approach distance to live conductors, wraps or tiger tails are usually required before you can proceed.
Get in touch and we arrange a site assessment with one of our Master Electricians, then provide a fixed-price quote. We coordinate the necessary approvals with the network operator, including Delta, install the wraps to standard, and supply compliance documentation for your site safety records. It is best to arrange this well ahead of the work starting.
A power line wrap is a double-insulated cover that physically protects against contact with a live line. A tiger tail is a brightly coloured cover that makes the line highly visible as a warning, helping operators and workers see it clearly. Tiger tails are a visual deterrent, while wraps provide insulation; we advise which suits your site.
Usually, yes. Arranging a supply shutdown with the network can be costly and disruptive, and not always possible on a tight schedule. Wraps let work proceed safely near live lines without cutting power to the area, which keeps your project on track and avoids the downtime and cost a full shutdown brings.
Contact us today for a free quote on your power line wraps project.
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