Industry News
Electrical industry revises COVID-19 code of practice
A code of practice developed by Master Electricians Australia has been revised in light of increased COVID-19 restrictions in Victoria. [ + ]
More support for power consumers during pandemic
The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) has released its final decision on improved customer support during COVID-19. [ + ]
Disciplinary action taken over unsafe electrical work
Action has been taken by the Electrical Licensing Committee against six electrical licence holders in May and June 2020. [ + ]
New electricity roadmap released
The 2020 Integrated System Plan has been developed amidst changes to how electricity is generated and used. [ + ]
COVID-19 cases must be reported to WorkSafe
It is now a requirement for employers to notify WorkSafe Victoria immediately once a worker receives a positive COVID-19 diagnosis. [ + ]
Virtual lighting conference held by CEDIA
The CEDIA Lighting Conference, which will be held on 11 August 2020, is now open for registration. [ + ]
La Trobe installs 7500 solar panels, LED lights
A new solar panel installation at La Trobe will see the university achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2029. [ + ]
Safety blitz on unlicensed electrical work
A big crackdown on unlicensed electrical work is currently being undertaken by the Queensland Government. [ + ]
WF Media enters new engineering virtual training alliance
WF Media and the Engineering Institute of Technology have formed an alliance to work together on virtual training. [ + ]
Wiring error sees WA electrician fined $27K
A North Perth electrician has been fined $27,000 for a potentially lethal wiring error at a building site in Rockingham. [ + ]
Tecala implements Rubrik data management system
With the help of Rubrik, ICT company Tecala has improved productivity through its cloud data management solution. [ + ]
Apprentices to receive additional govt support
A $2.5 billion support package for training and apprenticeships was recently announced by the federal government. [ + ]
Guiding the electricity market through COVID-19
The latest measures designed to guide the national electricity market through the COVID-19 pandemic have been announced. [ + ]
Lighting upgrades raise Vic’s electricity prices
The cost of a lighting upgrade scheme has seen Victorian consumers paying increased rates for their electricity. [ + ]
BMD moves to hybrid cloud data storage
BMD has shifted away from manual tape-based storage and has made the transition to hybrid cloud. [ + ]
