Author: Sean Carroll
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NECA Victoria calls on state government for urgent security of payment reform
Following the collapse of major contractor ProBuild, which records show had $311.6 million worth of trade-related liabilities last year, NECA Victoria has called on the Victorian ... -
Blundstone releases the #243, a boot for the master and the apprentice
Blundstone has released the #243 ‘crew boot’, a low-cut boot that is ideal for the builder, construction worker, tradie or warehouse worker. The launch of the ... -
SE puts out notice of potential unsafe condition for MCCBs
Schneider Electric (SE) has issued a product safety notice in relation to a series of Moulded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCBs). The notice warns of potential unsafe ... -
NCVER: Apprentices are in demand for electrotechnology
With the demand for skilled workers rising in 2021, a higher proportion of apprentices and trainees are being employed after completing their training. Employment outcomes have ... -
Ripley US15 outer jacket cutting and semi-con scoring tool from Amplitude
Amplitude has added the Ripley US15 to its store. The US15 is a cable outer sheath cutter and semi-con scoring tool that’s capable of performing slit, ... -
Powercor seeks major safety upgrade cost approval from AER
Electrical distributor, Powercor, has submitted an application to the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) for the approval of a program to increase safety in its electricity network ... -
ESV warns about faulty electrical plugs after fire hazard
Energy Safe Victoria (ESV) is encouraging Victorians to ensure their electrical plugs are properly plugged in following a fire in a Roxburgh Park garage in February. ... -
NECA releases flood-damage electrical safety guide to assist affected communities
The National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) has released a comprehensive guide to assist flood-affected businesses and households across Queensland and Northern NSW to keep safe ... -
New Club Clipsal aims to empower sparkies for the future
Clipsal by Schneider Electric (Clipsal) has announced the relaunch of its Club Clipsal program. The program has been enhanced to better connect like-minded sparkies, while providing ... -
Get into shape when it comes to safety
SHAPE Australia has launched the SHAPE Minimum Standards app to address the issue of workplace safety across Australian trade industries. Sean Carroll finds out more. Have ...
