Temporary builders power supply Northern Beaches

How close you can build to power lines on the Northern Beaches depends on the line voltage, the type of power line, the proposed structure and the network operator's requirements. There is no single setback that suits every site, so clearances should be confirmed before construction and SafeWork NSW approach-distance rules followed during the work.

You cannot do your own fixed electrical wiring work on the Northern Beaches unless you hold the appropriate electrical licence or certificate. Work such as installing or moving power points, switches, lights, ceiling fans and fixed wiring should be left to a licensed electrician.

Responsibility for the power line from the pole to a house on the Northern Beaches depends on where the electricity network's point of connection sits. The distributor is responsible for its network up to that point, while the property owner is generally responsible for private poles, private powerlines and electrical equipment beyond the connection point.

A 1970s Northern Beaches home does not automatically need rewiring because of its age. A licensed electrician should inspect the wiring, earthing, switchboard and safety-switch protection, then recommend rewiring only where the condition, safety or capacity of the installation justifies it.