Industry News
Rapid solar expansion in WA
Western Australia's solar uptake has grown over 600% since 2011, with residential solar output now exceeding the state's largest power station. [ + ]
$20K penalty for hazardous electrical error
Electricians have been warned not to cut corners when checking their work after a dangerous error at a WA building site. [ + ]
Increasing distributed energy in low-voltage networks
New technology is being developed that could reduce the need to build costly distribution grid infrastructure. [ + ]
Free advice to make the construction industry safer
WorkSafe Victoria is running a program for employers to help make the construction industry safer. [ + ]
Drill rig contacts overhead powerline, prompts warning
The NSW Resources Regulator has issued a safety alert, warning machinery operators to take care when working near overhead powerlines. [ + ]
Review into WA power outage begins
An independent review into power outages that affected communities in WA has commenced. [ + ]
Mining sector 'drops ball' on COVID safety
Mining companies have failed to maintain COVID-19 control measures, according to the Mining and Energy Union. [ + ]
Fines and prosecutions for unlicensed electricians
Almost 250 people have been prosecuted or fined by Energy Safe Victoria (ESV) over energy-related incidents in the past year. [ + ]
COVID-19 notification requirements change
WorkSafe Victoria no longer requires notification by employers if a COVID-19 positive worker attends their workplace. [ + ]
Electric shock death by DIY device
The electric shock death of a WA man while handling a high-voltage homemade device has prompted warnings about the dangers of unlicensed electrical work. [ + ]
'Solar 30 30 30' goal for Australia
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency is providing $40 million for the development of solar PV technology. [ + ]
What happens when employees are COVID-19 positive?
Many workplaces have been impacted by the rapid increase of COVID-19 Omicron cases and the associated isolation periods. [ + ]
Strengthening distribution and service capabilities
APS Industrial (APS) has recently acquired Bamford Engineering Products – Electrical, Automation & Instrumentation. [ + ]
Power station charged over arc flash death
Energy Australia Yallourn Pty Ltd has been charged with three breaches of the Occupational Health and Safety Act. [ + ]
Siemens expands APS Industrial relationship
Siemens has announced it will expand the APS Industrial master distributor relationship to include its "building technology" products portfolio. [ + ]
