Section 44(4) in The Indian Electricity Rules, 1956
(4)[ In every manned high voltage or extra-high voltage generating station, sub-station or switch station, an artificial respirator shall be provided and kept in good working condition.] [ Inserted by G.S.R. 170, dated 15.1.1979 (w.e.f. 3.2.1979).][44-A. Intimation of accident.-If any accident occurs in connection with the generation, transmission, supply or use of energy in or in connection with, any part of the electric supply lines or other works of any person and the accident results in or is likely to have resulted in loss of human or animal life or in any injury to a human being or an animal, such person or any authorised person of the State Electricity Board/Supplier, not below the rank of a Junior Engineer or equivalent shall send to the Inspector a telegraphic report within 24 hours of the knowledge of the occurrence of the fatal accident and a written report in the form set out in Annexure XIII within 48 hours of the knowledge of occurrence of fatal and all other accidents. Where practicable a telephonic message should also be given to the Inspector immediately after the accident comes to the knowledge of the authorised officer of the State Electricity Board/Supplier or other person concerned.]
