Safety at work

Working in close proximity to electrical equipment

A guide for employers and contractors who work around EPCOR's electrical facilities and equipment.

Learn about utility safety

A culture of safety starts with employees knowing their rights and employers knowing their responsibilities, from planning the work and assessing the hazards to modelling safe practices at the worksite.

Safe disposal of liquid waste

Working near overhead power lines

Overhead power lines are dangerous. There is no protection on the wire, electricity is looking for a path to ground. If you contact an overhead wire - you, or the equipment you're operating, could be its path to ground.

Working near underground cables

Underground cables are a hidden danger. Workers are unable to see if they are getting too close to a cable, unlike the situation with overhead lines. They must rely on locates and safe digging practices to keep them safe.

Cross connection control

Get to know how electricity travels

Knowing how electricity travels is an important part of your safety awareness. Understanding step potential, touch potential, and arc flashes is crucial in keeping everyone safe when working near power lines.