Section 2Sec./Art. 2

Manner of Operation of Facilities. - All electric distribution facilities, lines and systems for electric services installed, owned, operated, managed or maintained by the Grantee, its successors or assignees, shall be operated and maintained at all times in a superior manner, and it shall be the duty of the Grantee, its successors or assignees,whenever required to do so by the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), or its legal successor, or the Department of Energy (DOE), or its legal successor, or the National Electrification Administration (NEA), or its legal successor, or any other government agency concerned to modify, improve and change such facilities or systems in such manner and to such extent as the progress in science or technology and improvements or innovations in the electric power services may render reasonable and proper: Provided, That the Grantee, its successors, or assignees shall comply with relevant technical standards, rules, and regulations of the DOE and ERC.

Whenever practicable and for purposes of maintaining order, safety, and aesthetics along highways, roads, streets, alleys, or right-of-way, the Grantee may allow the use of free spaces in its poles, facilities, or right-of-way by interested parties upon the payment of reasonable compensation to the Grantee considering costs incurred to accommodate and administer the use of the Grantee's facilities by such parties: Provided, That the Grantee, shall ensure the proper management and systematic organization of distribution lines, as defined under Republic Act No. 11361 or the "Anti-Obstruction of Power Lines Act", without prejudice to any claim or action it may pursue against utilities or entities sharing its infrastructure, to prevent hazards, maintain the structural integrity of its facilities, and minimize cable cutter.

The ERC shall decide any dispute or disagreement between the parties concerned.