Sorry Bob I was not clear in my post.
Is it conceivablethat the insurance co's may "encourage" the power co's to place balls on wires as the power co's losses/liabilities must surely be insured against.
Take the example of the sidewalk with a bump in it which some poor unfortunate trips on: the council would have public liabity insurance to cover such accidents and accordingly would then be "encouraged" to look after/maintain their infrastructure by way of increased premiums or possible inability to get insurance.
Thoughts? Am I confused re liability and duty of care?
Ascend Charlie: it's been a while. Good to have your input.
Cheers FBD