In Austria all meters are hardwired. They have pressed lead seals that both prevent the meter being opened and the connections being accessed. Anyone can cut the seal, but only a licensed electrician can apply for resealing.
So if anyone else cuts the seal s/he will be in serious trouble when the meter guy comes next time. Electrician has to send a form to the PoCo, they usually arrive whenever they want, w/o needing the electrician to be present and reseal the meter. (In our case we didn't even notice them, we just found the new seal)
