Before You Dig Australia (BYDA) is pleased to announce the addition of the Look Up and Live tool to its range of services available to protect people and utilities when working near above and below ground utility infrastructure.
The Look Up and Live tool was launched in 2017 by Ergon Energy Network and Energex to promote safe work practices near Queensland’s electricity network. The app has since expanded its reach, covering overhead networks in New South Wales, South Australia, and Victoria. This highly regarded tool has earned recognition through state and national awards for its contributions to safety.
BYDA recognises the crucial role of Ergon and Energex in developing the Look Up and Live tool. We are working closely with them to achieve the shared goal of zero damage, zero harm, and zero disruption.
Mell Greenall, BYDA CEO, said “As part of our unwavering commitment to safety, BYDA is dedicated to making it as straightforward and practical as possible to work safely near utilities.
“By integrating Look Up and Live with Before You Dig, we are simplifying the process of accessing utility plans and essential safety information, empowering workers to operate safely around utility infrastructure”
Addressing a Critical Safety Risk
Contact with overhead powerlines remains a major safety risk in Australia, with over 135 fatalities in the past 20 years. The Look Up and Live app helps prevent such tragedies by providing real-time access to powerline locations via an interactive map – all at no cost.
The Look Up and Live app is available online as well as via the App Store and Google Play.
Combined with BYDA’s underground plan service, the addition of Look Up and Live offers a comprehensive and user-friendly safety tool for anyone working near critical utility infrastructure. BYDA plans to further enhance the app by including all above-ground utility networks, making it an even more valuable resource for safety.
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