Aerial inspections provide a bird's eye view of the network to identify faults or potential problems. These inspections form part of our ongoing inspection program, along with ground inspections as required, to ensure the network is in good condition.

The Aerial inspections collect information about the network and the immediate surrounding area. There are two types of information collected namely High Definition Pole Top Photography and LiDAR point cloud.

Current programs

• Pre Summer Bushfire Inspection Program (PSBI)
• LiDAR Data Acquisition Program

Pre Summer Bushfire Inspection Program (PSBI)

The PSBI Program involves the visual inspection of the Essential Energy Network in areas identified as a High Bushfire Risk.

This inspection program involves representatives of Essential Energy conducting on the ground Pre Summer Bushfire Inspections, supported by Drones for image capture where required of our electricity network in your area.

These inspections form part of Essential Energy’s Bushfire Risk & Network Management plans and will help ensure the safety and reliability of the Network. 

View the schedule. 

LiDAR Data Acquisition Program

LiDAR is a surveying method which enables us to make three-dimensional models of the poles and wires. View the schedule

Aerial patrol schedule

Aerial Patrols are an efficient method of ensuring that the electricity network is adequately maintained. Public notifications are issued prior to Aerial Inspections taking place within each area. If you have specific circumstances that require additional notification you can register for aerial notification prior to fly over.

July 2024

August 2024