MANGAHAO STATION
Our power stations are located in some wonderful areas of the country and can be great places to visit. However, we ask all visitors, employees and contractors to be aware of the following information.
Safety around our power stations
Our schemes are there to generate electricity as an essential service for our communities. While many parts of our schemes are available to the public, during maintenance and significant hazards we will need to restrict access for your safety.
The safety of those who visit the areas around our power stations is of the utmost importance to us, and we ensure there is clear signage, fencing and gates so everyone knows the hazards around the schemes and how to stay safe.
In addition, sharing water safety information is another way we like to keep the community safe.
Safety always comes first. In an emergency, dial 111.
If you have any questions around safety and access, please email us at kceadmin@kce.co.nz.
In an emergency dial 111
Most hydro stations are controlled remotely by operators located many kilometers away.
Throughout the day and night, demand for electricity rises and falls which can result in frequent and rapid changes in water levels and flows around our stations. Calm waters or a dry riverbed can quickly change into one with fast moving water containing dangerous turbulence and undercurrents.
That’s why it's important to be mindful of personal safety at all times and remember the following safety rules:
Obey all signage
Stay in designated areas – fences, buoys, booms and barriers are there to protect you
Keep out of designated hazardous areas including on the lake where there are spill gates and intakes
Closely observe water levels - rivers sometimes rise quickly due to flash floods or changes in water takes
Always let someone know you are visiting a station
Public enjoy a wide range of activities around our schemes, be respectful of others and share responsibility
Look after each other and closely supervise children
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