Check for underground cables before you dig
If you are planning to excavate or dig near underground cables be aware that damaging a cable can cause serious injury or be fatal.
Before you start, make sure you:
- Always check for underground cables before digging.
- Treat all underground cables as live at all times.
- Be aware that cables may be buried at varying depths depending on when they were installed.
Worksafe provide a guide to safe excavation(external link) this outlines recommended methods to follow if you are digging.
To help you locate underground cables in public places like streets and parks, Orion has:
Orion Geospatial Portal
Geospatial information for Orion approved companies and individuals engaged or contracted to complete work on or around the Orion network.
Orion Geospatial Portal(external link)
For access please contact ✉︎: Contractor Support Team
Underground network maps
For Orion Geospatial Hub and underground Network Viewer requests and access. Available to third parties after access is approved.
The Orion Geospatial Hub and Network Viewer provides access to the location of Orion assets including underground cables. The system allows easy access to up-to-date maps and the ability to print exactly what you need, including detailed asset locations.
Orion Geospatial Hub(external link)
Private properties
Because we don’t own the cables on your private property we might not be able to provide cable information for your specific property. It is recommended that you use a cable locating contractor to locate cables. You can find a suitable provider by searching online for "cable locating company."
If new underground cables are installed on your property or to an outbuilding, ensure your electrician provides a record of their location.