Adopt defensive tactics until the utility system is isolated

Fire and rescue services should

• Establish arrangements with local utility suppliers and maintain up-to-date emergency contact details in their fire control
• Consider making electrical gloves available to personnel for use at incidents involving live electricity

Incident commanders should

• Adopt defensive tactics until the utility system is isolated
• Inform emergency responders about the presence of a potentially hazardous utility system
• Seek specialist assistance to make the utility system safe
• Consider the appropriate use of electrical gloves, in line with service procedures
• Consider applying appropriate controls for explosive atmospheres if a gas supply system may be affected