Safe Use of Portable Generators

Before starting any tree trimming, planting, or digging in the garden, we recommend the following important steps to stay safe around powerlines.
 

Proximity to Powerlines

• Look up and locate overhead powerlines - keep your body/equipment at least 10 feet or 3 metres away from powerlines.
• Contact Milton Hydro’s Customer Service Team for a disconnect and reconnect or if you have concerns about trees and powerlines at (905) 876-4611 ext 224 or email customerservice@miltonhydro.com  (free service during normal business hours; home owner responsible for costs outside of business hours)
• Contact Ontario One Call before you dig to locate underground powerlines.
• Plant trees, shrubs and landscaping away from power lines or meter access path. Think ahead to how big plantings will grow as time passes. Follow municipal guidelines for planting.
• You are responsible for trimming trees on your private property and this work should be done by a qualified contractor. Any planting and tree trimming work needs to meet Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) standards as outlined in the following diagram.

 
ESA Guidelines for Tree Planting around Powerlines