TPWODL Strengthens Field Safety and Maintenance Efficiency with New Man-Lifters and Vertigo Height Test Structure

 Four new man-lifters added to expand safety and emergency response fleet to 17.
 Vertigo Height Test Structure enhances field employee safety and competency.

Burla, June 23, 2026: Demonstrating its continued commitment operational to excellence and, employee safety TP Western Odisha Distribution Limited (TPWODL) has strengthened its field operation and maintenance with the induction of four new Man-Lifter vehicles and the inauguration of a Vertigo Height Test Structure at its Goshala Training Centre, Sambalpur.

With the addition of the new vehicles, TPWODL now has a fleet of 17 Man-Lifter Vehicles, ensuring the availability of at least one vehicle in each division across its operational area. The initiative is aimed at enhancing safety for employees engaged in maintenance, inspection, installation, tree trimming, and emergency restoration activities, particularly those involving work at height.

The Man-Lifter Vehicles provide a stable and secure working environment, significantly reducing risks associated with conventional methods such as ladders and temporary scaffolding. Equipped with advanced safety features including guardrails, safety gates, and anchorage points for harnesses, the platforms enable employees to perform critical tasks more safely and efficiently. The vehicles will play a vital role in routine maintenance and vegetation management activities, while also improving response capabilities during emergencies such as Kalbaisakhi storms and other weather-related disruptions. Faster and safer access to elevated locations will help ensure timely restoration of power supply and improved service reliability for consumers.

Further strengthening its safety ecosystem, TPWODL has inaugurated a Vertigo Height Test Structure at its Goshala Training Centre, Sambalpur. The facility has been established to assess and train employees involved in height-related work by evaluating their ability to safely operate at elevated locations. It will also provide practical exposure and confidence-building training, helping employees develop the skills and awareness required to follow safe work practices while minimizing workplace risks.

Speaking on the occasion, TPWODL CEO Mr. Parveen Verma said, “At TPWODL, ensuring the safety of our frontline workforce is our highest responsibility and a foundational pillar of our operational strategy. By empowering our employees with the right tools, technology, and training, we are ensuring safer operations, faster response capabilities, and reliable power supply for our consumers,”

The latest initiatives reflect TPWODL’s proactive approach towards workplace safety, employee welfare, and reliable network maintenance. By investing in modern equipment and specialized training infrastructure, the company continues to build a safer workplace while strengthening power distribution services across Western Odisha.