Before you dig or work near lines

Applying for permission

Before you work or excavate close to Manawa Energy’s overhead power lines, you must first gain our written permission. This is very important for safety and for compliance with the New Zealand Electrical Code of Practice. To apply for our permission, please complete and send the below forms to Manawa Energy.

Close Proximity and Excavation request and permission application

Use this form to apply to excavate or change existing ground level within close proximity of Manawa Energy’s overhead electric line support structures, including towers, poles and stay wires. This is in compliance with the New Zealand Electrical Code of Practice 34: 2001 Section 2.

Mobile Plant and Vehicle Minimum Approach Distance request and permission application 

Use this form to apply for a reduction in the minimum permissible distance to approach Manawa Energy’s live conductors with mobile plant and/or vehicles. This is in compliance with the New Zealand Electrical Code of Practice 34: 2001 Section 5.2.

Send us your applications

Email a scanned completed application form to info@manawaenergy.co.nz.

If you have any questions, or need advice on how to undertake work safely, call us on 0800 35 35 35.

Please note, gaining our permission does not mean you have permission to undertake close approach or excavations near assets that belong to a distribution company, Transpower, or another generating company. You need to apply directly to these companies. 

All power lines have the potential to cause serious harm or death to anyone who directly or indirectly touches or gets too close to a conductor or line. Do not attempt to use any measuring device, stick, rod or other material to check distances around any power line.

Trees near overhead lines

Do you have trees on your property that are near our overhead power lines? We can help you make sure they’re at a safe distance.

Trees can cause power outages and are a safety hazard when they are near or under overhead lines. Keeping trees at least four meters from the lines helps to keep the power on and you safe.

If trees on your property need tending to, please contact us so that we can best advise you on how to manage the situation in a safe manner.