WorkSafe blitz as businesses reopen
30 October, 2020Inspectors from WorkSafe Victoria (WSV) will be out in force as the state opens up, ensuring employers are doing everything they can to protect their workers.
Ten-year licence disqualification for electrical worker
21 October, 2020Queensland's Electrical Licensing Committee has disqualified an electrical worker from holding a licence for 10 years.
Mandatory face masks for all in Victoria — including trades
16 October, 2020ESV is reminding tradespeople across Victoria that face masks are now mandatory.
Rebuilding electrical businesses post-COVID
30 September, 2020Proposed insolvency laws that will enable businesses to financially rebuild after the COVID-19 pandemic have been welcomed by NECA.
Wiring Rules amendment open for comment
23 September, 2020In order to further improve the safety of electrical installations, the Wiring Rules committee has created an amendment to the rules.
Lighting industry rejects govt's R&D Bill
22 September, 2020According to Lighting Council Australia, the Research and Development Tax Incentive Bill (2019) should be dropped by the government.
Calls for improvement of AEMO governance framework
15 September, 2020Improvements to the governance framework for the Australian Energy Market Operator are needed to achieve national energy goals, a new report has found.
Man dies on roof after suspected electrocution
09 September, 2020A man thought to be a professional tradesman has died while working alone on a roof in Queensland after a suspected electrocution.
Energy Safe introduces lineworker licensing
02 September, 2020The licensing of lineworkers and a CPD requirement for licensed electrical workers will soon be introduced by Energy Safe Victoria.
Electrical industry revises COVID-19 code of practice
12 August, 2020A 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
07 August, 2020Action has been taken by the Electrical Licensing Committee against six electrical licence holders in May and June 2020.
COVID-19 cases must be reported to WorkSafe
04 August, 2020It is now a requirement for employers to notify WorkSafe Victoria immediately once a worker receives a positive COVID-19 diagnosis.
New licence for electrical business restructure
23 June, 2020Business owners should be aware that they may need a new licence after restructuring, according to the Queensland Electrical Safety Office.
Electrical safety budget for home renovations
10 June, 2020Those who qualify for the federal government's HomeBuilder stimulus are being urged to put aside 10% of their budget for electrical upgrades and safety.
Electric shock incident sees contractor fined $85K
09 June, 2020A fine has been issued to a Brisbane construction company after a worker received an electric shock, leading to the amputation of five toes.
