The obligation
The code sets out options for mechanically protecting underground electric cables, including conduit, protective covers and marker tape.
Under roads, cable should be installed in suitable conduit, and in the electricity footpath allocation in LD Class electrical conduit. Outside the footpath allocation, options include LD Class conduit with an AS4702 polymeric cable protection cover not less than 75mm above the cable, or orange polyethylene pressure pipe of minimum rating PN10 for PE80 Class pipe complying with AS/NZS4130.
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- What
- The code sets out options for mechanically protecting underground electric cables, including conduit, protective covers and marker tape.
- Source
- worksafe.qld.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Mechanical protection of underground electric cables is a WHS requirement set out in Electrical safety code of practice 2020 - Works (QLD). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (QLD).
What does this WHS obligation require?
Mechanical protection of underground electric cables is a WHS obligation under Electrical safety code of practice 2020 - Works (QLD). In short, The code sets out options for mechanically protecting underground electric cables, including conduit, protective covers and marker tape.
What changed recently?
Mechanical protection of underground electric cables was last updated on 9 October 2026.
