Safety
We are committed to keeping people safe around our networks, and have a number of safety programmes to protect our community. Important safety information and advice is provided on this website for:
You can help us keep the community safe by reporting any damaged network cables, pipes or equipment.
We are often asked questions about the safety of electrical equipment, particularly around Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMFs). EMFs are produced by all electrical wiring or equipment carrying electric current. This includes household appliances, internal home wiring, electricity network lines and equipment. More information about EMFs is provided here.
Vector is also committed to keeping its employees safe
For everyone working on our networks, safety is more than just a priority, it is a core value. That means it’s an integral part of every function of our organisation. No financial goal, work task or schedule demand is allowed to override the requirement for safety.
This applies to everyone who works for or contracts to Vector, including subcontractors. To achieve high standards of safety we have a comprehensive safety policy which includes:
- Group health and safety management system that sets the standard for all areas of our operations
- Training - competency levels are set for everyone working on our networks
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - compulsory requirements
- Safety days which encompass all aspects of our operations and includes our contractors
- Contractual requirements - to ensure our safety standards and the industry rules are enforced at all times
- Safe work practice guides - so that there is no misunderstanding about how work is carried out safely on our networks
It takes time, resources and determination to maintain the high safety standards, but is well worth the investment if it ensures our people go home safely at the end of each day. Nothing is more valuable.
