Industry News
The 10-year smoke alarm anniversary
Building and fire safety authorities in WA are reminding home owners that all smoke alarms should be replaced when they are 10 years old. [ + ]
Certifications for DC isolators cancelled
Worksafe Queensland has issued an alert advising that SAA Approvals has cancelled 18 certifications for DC isolators. [ + ]
ACT outlines plans to electrify, reduce emissions
The ACT's commitment to reduced emissions and electrifying its economy has been welcomed by the National Electrical and Communications Association. [ + ]
The COVID-safe rules for construction reopening
With the Victorian construction industry reopening, the state government has issued advice about what workers need to do. [ + ]
Mass adoption of Wi-Fi 6/6E by 2022
The latest cross-industry survey suggests that 83% of service providers and equipment manufacturers will deploy Wi-Fi 6/6E by 2022. [ + ]
School smart light upgrades a boost for tradies
The NSW Government has said that its lighting upgrade program for public schools will also support tradies as they recover from the pandemic. [ + ]
The dangers of switched main neutral conductors
WorkSafe Queensland is reminding electricians to take greater care with main neutral conductors. [ + ]
Shoddy solar installers fined by regulator
Almost 150 infringement notices have been issued by Energy Safe Victoria for the incorrect or unsafe installation of solar panels over the past 15 months. [ + ]
Hazardous theatre lights recalled
A recall has been issued for a range of portable theatre lights sold in WA. [ + ]
Construction industry closed, protests in Melbourne
The Victorian Government has closed the construction industry for two weeks, due to COVID transmission concerns. [ + ]
Legal challenge to Vic's electric vehicle tax
A case has been filed by two drivers against the controversial electric vehicle tax in Victoria. [ + ]
Safer solar after industry review
A Clean Energy Regulator review into the solar sector will result in a safer, more level playing field, according to NECA. [ + ]
Construction COVID compliance blitz in Victoria
A four-week blitz will be carried out on Victorian construction sites to ensure that they remain COVID safe. [ + ]
Lockdown "shattering" trade businesses: NECA
The extension of Victoria's lockdown has been very damaging to small and medium trade businesses, according to NECA. [ + ]
Baby narrowly avoids electrocution
A 10-month-old baby has narrowly escaped serious injury, after making contact with live parts of a damaged power supply. [ + ]
