Vector to 'sacrifice' power pole

Electricity and gas supplier Vector is to "sacrifice" a power pole in the name of safety.

The company will film "a controlled car versus power pole scenario" in Hobsonville, 30km northwest of downtown Auckland, today and tomorrow.

The film would be used as an educational tool at staff safety workshops, executive officer Simon Mackenzie said.

"Our people face serious danger everyday, so it is essential that we provide them with the right tools and training to ensure they go home safely," he said.

Cars hitting poles was one of the most common causes of problems or outages to the network.

Mr Mackenzie said the fire service would supervise.

- NZPA