General News
4 December, 2025
Worrying canine attacks
DOGS, wildlife and aggressive people are among the leading causes of situations involving Ergon crews and contractors across Queensland.
After 289 reported incidents state-wide in the last 12 months, Ergon’s metering contracts manager Sarah Bradford is appealing to customers to do their bit to keep workers safe.
On the Cassowary Coast there were 22 reported confrontations, including 14 involving dogs, six public threats and two involving other wildlife.
“One of the biggest hazards we are facing in the field has nothing to do with electricity at all – it’s actually our customers,” Ms Bradford said.
“The type of abuse and threatening behaviour being reported really does pose an additional risk to our crews that we don’t need, whether it’s meter readers, maintenance workers or in an emergency response situation.
“There is absolutely no excuse for abuse and we want everyone to be safe at work – not only physically, but mentally.
“Our people just want to do a good job and get home safely to their friends and family, but abuse, threats and violence from customers can have lasting effects and potentially impact their return to work.”
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