Safety
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Switchboards causing electric shock from unsafe battery-powered devices
The Electrical Safety Office was notified of two separate incidents where meter readers received an electric shock. In both incidents, the meter readers tested the outside ... -
NECA: “Net zero energy must come with zero deaths”
The National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) is welcoming SafeWork NSW’s announcement that rooftop solar installers in NSW can expect a visit from inspectors as part ... -
SafeWork NSW targets Central Coast work sites
SafeWork NSW has cracked down on dangerous construction site work practices with a targeted operation on the Central Coast last week. The three-day operation focused on ... -
Rooftop solar installs to come under scrutiny
SafeWork NSW inspectors are undertaking a six-month, state-wide operation across all workers installing solar panels on rooftops, ensuring the safety of all in the busy industry. ... -
Victorian regulators join forces across Ballarat during five-day safety blitz
Four Victorian regulators carried out almost 120 inspections across Ballarat work sites as part of last week’s Build Aware campaign, identifying a range of risks. Inspectors ... -
MATES in Construction, Bunnings Trade join forces to support better mental health
MATES in Construction and Bunnings Trade Australia have partnered to help raise awareness around better mental health and work towards suicide prevention in the construction industry. ... -
Tradesman prosecuted for unlicensed electrical work
At Perth Magistrates Court last month, the man was fined $5,000 and ordered to pay $1,224.80 in costs after pleading guilty to five charges under ... -
Power Logic releases safety-related Toolbox Talk videos
Power Logic has released a series of Toolbox Talk videos, aimed at stimulating discussions in safety-related topic areas. An initial four toolbox talk videos have been ... -
SafeWork NSW inspectors targeting rooftop solar installations
SafeWork NSW has announced that From June to December 2022, SafeWork Inspectors will be targeting rooftop solar installations across NSW. This is to address serious non-compliance ... -
New ERAC advice on alterations and RCDs
ERAC (the Electrical Regulatory Authorities Council) has released new guidance on the requirements of AS/NZS 3000:2018 A2, Clause 2.6.3.2.5 The purpose of this advice is to ...
