Electrical Code of Practice 46 – New Zealand Electrical Code of Practice for High Voltage Live Line Work.

This Code sets out the minimum industry standards for high voltage live line work. The Code applies to all work on live high voltage overhead lines using approved procedures, tools and equipment, by persons holding the minimum competencies under this Code.

This code is intended to:

  1. To ensure the safety of electrical workers and the general public; and,
  2. To specify the minimum standards for equipment required for live line work.

Live line work means any high voltage work performed under approved procedures inside the minimum approach distance, on or near components of a line capable of being energised to high voltage without implementing the full protective practice of isolating, proving de-energised and earthing.

Section 1 of ECP46 covers the general requirements for all live line techniques while section 2 covers the specific requirements for Glove and Barrier work, Stick work, and Live Line Barehand work.

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