Story: Tradesperson and Overhead Safety
Episode: 11
Presenter: Nigel Ruck
Air Date: 31 October 2026

Nigel learns why safety checks are essential before excavation work and highlights the often-overlooked dangers of overhead power lines.

• Homeowners should confirm that tradespeople have completed the appropriate BYDA checks and hold suitable insurance before work begins.
• Tradespeople who fail to complete required safety checks before digging may face significant fines.
• BYDA also raises awareness of overhead hazards, including electricity and telecommunications lines that can cause serious injury or death if contacted.
• Metal ladders and other equipment can conduct electricity, and household safety switches do not protect against every risk from overhead supply lines.
• BYDA provides a free, user-friendly service to help prevent damage to underground infrastructure, with inquiry results usually returned within a couple of hours.

For more information, head to:
byda.com.au