Industry News
Electrician killed while working on house
A self-employed electrician is believed to have been electrocuted while working on a house last week. [ + ]
ARBS postponed until 2022
Australian HVAC&R and building services exhibition ARBS has been postponed again until 2022. [ + ]
ESO looks to boost electrical safety awareness
A series of electrical safety awareness sessions have been scheduled around regional Queensland, ahead of Electrical Safety Week (7–11 September). [ + ]
Long-range wireless power transmission developed in NZ
NZ start-up Emrod has developed a long-range wireless powerless transmission that acts as an alternative to existing copper line technology. [ + ]
Smart meter data provides energy consumption insights
Jemena and Deloitte have collaborated to create a cloud-based application that will help power consumers make better energy decisions. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
Virtual lighting conference held by CEDIA
The CEDIA Lighting Conference, which will be held on 11 August 2020, is now open for registration. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
Safety blitz on unlicensed electrical work
A big crackdown on unlicensed electrical work is currently being undertaken by the Queensland Government. [ + ]
Tecala implements Rubrik data management system
With the help of Rubrik, ICT company Tecala has improved productivity through its cloud data management solution. [ + ]
