Can I lock my electricity meter box?
Do not use private padlocks or locking devices on meter boxes. This will ensure meter readers and emergency crews can still access the meter, especially in case of fire or electric shock.
Why is there a lock on my electric meter?
Your landlord, property manager and/or or strata body will hold the key to your meter box. Horizon Power does not hold keys to a customer’s meter boxes. It is the landlords’ responsibility to ensure that tenants have access to their meters.
Who is responsible for the meter box?
Electric meter boxes: Similar to gas meter boxes, electric meter box maintenance falls under the responsibility of the homeowner. So, if your electric meter box is damaged or broken, you will need to repair it as soon as possible to prevent any further damage or violation of regulations.
What is Victorian power lock?
Victorian Power Industry Locks Using a VPI lock means that anyone needing access must use a securely issued key to access the meter. However, the locks have been specially designed on a master key system to allow power meter readers access to open all locks.
What is a meter protection device?
A Meter Protection Device (MPD) is an isolation device / over current device for your electricity meter. An MPD is required with every newly installed electricity meter or at times when the meter is upgraded or replaced.
What is a barrel lock?
The lock has a circular keyway that requires a key shaped much like a long nail or screw. The lock is placed into a housing and is unable to be removed without retracting the ball bearings on both sides of the device. As a security measure, the barrel is able to turn freely in the housing.
What kind of lock do I need for ringless meter?
The lock bodies are available in stainless steel or cadmium plated hardened steel. The S-1000 system design offers superior tamper deterrence. The S-shaped adapter with slotted end cap can be locked with any standard barrel lock. This economical locking hardware is designed to secure ringless meter sockets.
How does a quick pin lock work on a meter?
The Quick Pin Lock is used to secure ringless or gang style meter sockets. The device uses a machined pin which inserts into the chamber of a brass padlock. The pin and lock secure a hardened steel bracket that holds the cover of the meter socket in place.
What kind of lock do I need for Brooks electric meter?
Account specific key/lock combinations are available to ensure the highest level of locking system integrity. The Keyed Barrel lock features an integrated weather seal and is compatible with all Brooks electric locking devices: The Redi-Ring, The Quick Lock II, and our Barrel Lock Caps.
What kind of lock is on water meter?
Water Union Nut Lock The Encapsulates Union Nut Lock is a high security locking device designed to secure gas and water meters. This three component, case- hardened, plated steel assembly encapsulates water union nuts, with the assembly securely locked by a barrel lock.