Contributors
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The invisibility of complacency
When working with high voltage equipment, becoming complacent is the worst thing that can happen to a sparkie. Dale West tells a story of an electrician ... -
Compulsory legal obligations in trade business: COVID vaccinations and others
Does an employer have the right to mandate a COVID-19 vaccination in order for an employee to be able to remain employed or enter a site? ... -
Estimating; More than count and measure
The world of estimating has changed with the introduction of digitised count-and-measure programs. Brian Seymour gives tips for small-to-medium sized businesses looking to organise their books. ... -
The world of electrical contracting in the mining industry
In this edition of the electrical industry update, Phil Kreveld takes a look at mining. He writes about the role that electrical systems play in mining ... -
Edison and Tesla – Were they both right?
It’s the age-old question, Tesla or Edison? Peter Vandenheuvel writes about what the two did for the electrical industry and whether the future is AC or ... -
Standards Australia update – Looking to the future of energy
Renewable energy has become a key area of growth for the government, with policies and roadmaps to promote widespread adoption of it. Standards Australia is committed ... -
Solar Smarts: Getting the most out of each ray
In light of solar panels continual growth across the country, Phil Kreveld writes about how to optimise their efficiency, getting the most out of what the ... -
What are the rules around getting paid?
The phrase ‘cash flow is king’ is commonly heard throughout all parts of the construction industry. But what are the laws and the rules surrounding payment ... -
Understanding the labour unit
There’s much more to understanding the labour unit than just a price book selection. Brian Seymour writes. If I had a dollar for every time a ... -
Three reasons to remember safety when working with high voltage
Safety is important, especially when working with high voltage. Dale West explores how one wrong move could have wide-reaching consequences. Working with high voltage often requires ...
