BE AWARE OF OVERHEAD POWER LINES Always check where overhead power lines and cables are situated before using outdoor objects such as ladders, pool skimmers or erecting clotheslines, TV antennas, boat masts or any tall object near your home. For example, metal ladders are excellent conductors of electricity. Anyone touching a ladder when it is touching a power line could be electrocuted. Wind, uneven ground or reaching to the side while on a ladder, could cause it to shift position and you could come into contact with an overhead power line. Keep in mind the clearance requirements when undertaking house extensions and renovations, such as installing new windows or building a deck. Flying kites near power lines is extremely dangerous to the kite flyer and can disrupt power to other consumers. When playing with kites or any toys that could touch overhead power lines, it's advisable to use open spaces such as a field or park. NEL NELSON ELECTRICITY LTD This message bought to you by Nelson city's electricity distribution network company - Nelson Electricity Ltd, 63 Haven Road, Nelson (Ph 03 546 9256, www.nel.co.nz) BE AWARE OF OVERHEAD POWER LINES Always check where overhead power lines and cables are situated before using outdoor objects such as ladders, pool skimmers or erecting clotheslines, TV antennas, boat masts or any tall object near your home. For example, metal ladders are excellent conductors of electricity. Anyone touching a ladder when it is touching a power line could be electrocuted. Wind, uneven ground or reaching to the side while on a ladder, could cause it to shift position and you could come into contact with an overhead power line. Keep in mind the clearance requirements when undertaking house extensions and renovations, such as installing new windows or building a deck. Flying kites near power lines is extremely dangerous to the kite flyer and can disrupt power to other consumers. When playing with kites or any toys that could touch overhead power lines, it's advisable to use open spaces such as a field or park. NEL NELSON ELECTRICITY LTD This message bought to you by Nelson city's electricity distribution network company - Nelson Electricity Ltd, 63 Haven Road, Nelson (Ph 03 546 9256, www.nel.co.nz)