Helicopter patrols will inspect the electricity transmission network across the Dubbo region in coming weeks to identify any potential bushfire risks and assess the condition of TransGrid towers and powerlines.
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TransGrid’s customer engagement manager, Darren Clarke, said the annual safety inspections are an important part of the company’s comprehensive maintenance program to ensure the transmission network is safe for the community and for staff.
TransGrid’s aerial patrols are conducted in early spring to identify and address any issues prior to summer.
A specialist team will inspect more than 13,000 kilometres of transmission line and infrastructure across TransGrid’s state-wide network.
The patrols identify vegetation encroachments along transmission line easements and check infrastructure for any maintenance issues.
“Residents across the region may see low-flying helicopters moving along our transmission lines,” Mr Clarke said.
“We would like to thank the community for their understanding as we carry out our inspection program and remind the public to exercise caution around transmission lines and towers.”
