Section 48
Restriction of connection with the earth
of Electricity Supply Act 1990
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Section 48
(1)
No person shall, in the generation, transmission, supply or use of electricity, permit any part of his supply lines to be connected with the earth except as may be prescribed by regulations under this Act, provided in the relevant codes issued under this
Act or be expressly permitted by the Commission.
(2)
In the event of any breach of subsection (1), the Commission may by written order require the licensee or owner to remove the connection and may prohibit the use of any supply line or works or installation until the order is complied with, and every such order shall be complied with by the person concerned.
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