At Ergon Energy, we always make time for safety and we're committed to keeping our customers safe around electricity.

So always be mindful that powerlines are not always overhead. Some are buried underground along with other important services which can be disrupted if you dig them up or disturb them. Not only can it be dangerous it can also be costly to repair.

If you're planning to dig at home or on a worksite? Be Always Safe with underground powerlines and services, and visit dialbeforeyoudig.com.au or call 1100 before you start.

Here's some Always Safe tips for underground cables:

• Identify any electrical equipment in the area. Street lights, padmount substations, pillar boxes, phone boxes and traffic lights are all indicators that underground cables are nearby.
• Check site maps or plans and dial 1100 before you dig or and visit dialbeforeyoudig.com.au. 'Dial before you dig' is an Australia-wide telephone service advising the location of some Ergon Energy and other underground cables on work sites and properties.
• How old are your maps? Plans and maps identifying the location of underground cables can date quickly. Road upgrades and developments can also alter the depth of cables.
• Look for warning signs. Orange strips, conduits, concrete slabs and orange tape warn of the presence of underground cables.
• How deep are the cables? Depth can vary from site to site, even on the same property.
• Do the cables need moving? Never move a cable without the express permission from the authority responsible for the cables.
• Are any other service lines present? Check for gas pipes and communication lines before you dig.