Identimark
Mar 7, 2025
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ElectraNet’s hill to hill transmission line project involved building a large transmission line from Port Augusta to Roxby Downs in South Australia providing Prominent Hill mine with direct access to the main electricity grid. The project involved 1128 structures spanning over 270kms.
Meridian's generation assets are located in a picturesque area of New Zealand, attracting both the local public and tourists. This increased foot traffic near their hydro assets necessitated a heightened focus on public safety after concerns were raised during external safety audits.
New Zealand
Client(s): Transpower | ENA
Following two tragic incidents involving contractors working near overhead power lines - one resulting in permanent injury and another in a fatality - Transpower, in collaboration with the Electricity Networks Aotearoa (ENA), sought a proactive way to communicate risk and safety requirements on-site. The aim was to create a visual, practical, and easy-to-understand hazard board to be used in inductions and toolbox talks.
Working with Andrew Renton from Transpower, and in collaboration with Tony Smallman (Top Energy) and Grant Brown (Northpower), Identimark developed a comprehensive on-site awareness tool that is now actively contributing to safer worksites across multiple networks.
Contractors operating near overhead lines were often unaware of the correct safe approach distances.
There was no consistent, industry-recognised visual guide being used across worksites to induct staff, outline risks, or reinforce consent requirements for working in high-risk zones.
Key challenges:
Preventing further injury or death through increased awareness.
Creating a tool that could be used for inductions and toolbox talks.
Providing clarity around No-Go Zones, Consent Zones, and Safe Zones.
Accommodating documents like CAP consent forms and site notes.
Ensuring ease of use in both temporary and permanent site setups.
Identimark worked directly with Transpower and ENA stakeholders to understand the incidents and risk factors that needed to be addressed.
Conducted multiple design consultations with field teams to ensure usability and clarity in real-world environments.
Iterated on prototype designs with feedback from Northpower and Top Energy to ensure it addressed frontline needs.
Material selections were made based on site conditions—temporary boards vs. long-term reusable signage.
Training and rollout supported through customer networks and toolbox briefings.
Identimark delivered the Close Approach Hazard Board, a durable, easy-to-use safety communication tool featuring:
Four key sections:
Top – Danger sign with icon warning of overhead lines.
Left – Customisable panel for Close Approach Consent information.
Centre – Visual zones showing No-Go, Consent, and Safe Working areas.
Right – A4 waterproof document holder for consents and key documentation.
Two board material types:
Unisign 5mm coreflute for temporary use.
Tefalite vinyl graphics on marine-grade aluminium composite with whiteboard finish for reuse.
Designed for use in:
On-site toolbox talks and daily safety briefings.
Contractor inductions.
Ongoing reference for crane operators, scaffolders, and civil crews.
Close Approach Hazard Boards
Unisign 5mm coreflute (temporary use)
Tefalite on marine-grade aluminium composite with whiteboard finish (permanent use)
Features include:
Customisable consent panel
Document holder
Writable surface (for notes or job-specific information)
Designed for use in:
On-site toolbox talks and daily safety briefings.
Contractor inductions.
Ongoing reference for crane operators, scaffolders, and civil crews.