SaskPower reminds farmers to be aware of power lines as seeding ramps up [Video]

SaskPower is reminding farmers to be wary and make safety a priority while operating equipment near power lines.

While accidents can always happen, the provincial electrical Crown says there’s a noticeable rise in power line contacts as farmers make their way into the field during seeding and harvest.

In 2023, a total of 268 farm-related power line incidents were reported to SaskPower, according to a news release.

“We understand that spring seeding is a very busy time across Saskatchewan,” Director of Safety Nidal Dabghi said in the release.

“We urge farmers to work safely so they can come home safe tonight.”

The Crown reminds producers to avoid operating equipment while fatigued, to use a spotter when moving equipment close to power lines, and planning routes ahead of time to help prevent accidents.