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Strike to Low Voltage Cable - New Build Housing With Embedded Network - Leicester, June 2020

1/7/2020

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Cable strike to a low voltage distribution network damaged by a third party at Hamilton, Leicestershire resulted in a power outage to residents. This network was installed and owned by another company GTC and is a low voltage distribution network embedded within the wider network footprint of Western Power Distribution.

USAG recommends if you are working in a relativley new build area you should check plans for the presence of low voltage network where there should be. Below is a copy of the plan for this location and you can see missing low voltage schematics from the plan on the eastern edge where new homes are built and occupied. If you come across this situation you should check for further asset owners. The usual distribution network owner for the area should be able to help you identify the network owner if there are no above ground markings or signage on substations.
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    Phil Cornforth is a Damage Prevention, Health and Safety professional working in the construction and utilities industry.  He sits on the USAG Steering Group.  The USAG has one goal - to avoid utilities and so prevent injury, damage, disruption and raise the standards of our industry.

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