Precautions in execution of work
s 45
(1) The execution of all work in connection with the generation or supply of electricity which may affect any street, railway, tramway, river, canal or other waterway or any system of irrigation, drainage or water supply or any telegraph, telephone, radio communications, harbour works or other public or private works, and the erection of any supply line crossing, whether overhead or underground, shall be carried out in the prescribed manner and without prejudice to public or private safety. (2) Any person who contravenes or fails to comply with this section shall be guilty of an offence under this Act.