Posted on Nov 3, 2010 in Gautrain In The News, General News, Media Releases
DATE : Wednesday, 10 November 2010
LOCATION : Midrand Depot to Samrand Road
Please take note that as of 10 November the Bombela E&M team will commence the electrical energising of the of the Gautrain Overhead Electrification System between the Midrand Depot and Samrand area. From that date onward, the whole location must be considered as fully energized 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The catenary (overhead cables) will be at 25,000 volt AC.
THE GAUTRAIN WOULD LIKE TO ISSUE THE FOLLOWING ADVICE:
- All component parts of the Gautrain Overhead Electrification System will be active and ‘LIVE’.
- Under no circumstances should any person without a valid permit trespass within 10 meters of any active part of the ‘live’ facilities.
- The environment is extremely dangerous for everyone.
- Any unlawful contact or interference with the electrification system may result in electrocution or immediate death.
Please inform all site staff and sub-contractors accordingly. Thank you
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