Industry News
Coronavirus fears lead to dust mask shortage
As concern mounts around the world over the spread of the coronavirus, Australia's supplies of P2 disposable dust masks have now run out. [ + ]
Finalists for ARBS 2020 awards announced
ARBS 2020 has now released the list of finalists for its industry awards, which recognise talent from within the HVAC&R and building services industry. [ + ]
MEA offers business basics support for sparkies
Remaining compliant and not understanding the basics of business are two of the biggest challenges faced by skilled tradespeople. [ + ]
Telecoms transformation needed: study
Telecoms operators must radically reconfigure assets to transform their operations, according to the annual telecoms study by Arthur D. Little. [ + ]
Power worker shortage leads to lengthy blackouts
A severe shortage of workers is being blamed for current power outages across Sydney, the Central Coast and the Blue Mountains. [ + ]
Electrical businesses favour family, study finds
At least 50% of trade-related businesses employ at least one family member, but only one in 10 would consult their spouse on business decisions. [ + ]
ARBS 2020 Speaker Series revealed
Some of the industry's top names will be presenting at the ARBS 2020 Speaker Series. [ + ]
Smart hospital project nominated for lighting award
The Calvary Adelaide Hospital project, carried out by lighting integrator mySmart, has been nominated for the 2020 KNX Awards. [ + ]
Managing electricity networks during bushfires
A fact sheet about how bushfires affect electricity networks, and how networks can prepare for the impact, has been released by Energy Networks Australia. [ + ]
Register now for lighting industry awards
Tickets are available for the National Awards for Excellence in Lighting 2020 event. [ + ]
Update to the Wiring Rules
An update has just been carried out on AS/NZS 3000:2018, Electrical Installations, also known as the Wiring Rules. [ + ]
Electrical workers fined for safety breaches
Seven electrical licence holders had action taken against them in December 2019, according to the Queensland Electrical Safety Office. [ + ]
Overhead powerlines standard released
New guidance for the design, construction and maintenance of overhead powerlines has just been published. [ + ]
Bushfire victims warned of electrical scammers
A free hotline has been set up by Master Electricians Australia for bushfire victims needing electrical checks or work. [ + ]
Network innovation for a sustainable future
Energy networks will require innovation in order to achieve a sustainable future, according to an Energy Networks Australia report. [ + ]