The following outlines the minimum safe working distances as defined by Manteena. Note: you must always follow the safe encroachment distances as defined by the asset owner where these are more onerous than the minimum distances identified by Manteena.

Before breaking ground, you must always:

• Complete Before You Dig Australia protocols
• Use service locators to locate and mark out inground services
• Pot hole to identify the exact location and depth of the inground services
• Contact the owner of the asset if works are required to enter the encroachment distance listed on the BYDA cover page
• Provide training and permits, as required with guidance from the asset owner
• Communicate with workers i.e. toolbox
• Submit for approval WMS
• Seek permit to start works.