Wiring rules open for public comment
20 April, 2016The revision of the Australian and New Zealand wiring rules for electrical installations is now open for public comment.
Warranties to be standardised
19 April, 2016Plans are underway to develop a new ISO (International Organization for Standardization) standard for consumer warranties, providing guidelines for development of clear and effective warranty statements. It hopes to improve purchaser, retailer and manufacturer confidence and smooth the way for better trade.
Licence and permit compliance simplified
25 March, 2016The Australian Business Licence and Information Service (ABLIS) offers users a quick and easy way to identify the licences and permits required to run a specific business within Australia.
Are you compliant?
21 March, 2016 by Sarah Bartholomeusz*Legislation and regulations change throughout the year and these have an impact on your business. Perhaps your company took on more employees and has a higher turnover? These are excellent indicators of growth and success but they also have the potential to attract new legal obligations.
Safety is in your hands
14 March, 2016 by Malcolm RichardsAfter losing count of the number of hoverboard (or 'segway') products to be recalled over the past two months or so due to the potential fire risks, it is becoming clear that until we experience a large loss of life, our decision-makers will not take any action to clamp down on the flood of dangerous products entering our market from overseas.
Mandatory electrical safety audits
01 March, 2016The National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) is calling for the introduction of a mandatory electrical safety audit for households.
Public warning over illegal electrical work
01 March, 2016EnergySafety in WA has warned the public to be cautious of dealing with businesses that do not hold current electrical licences and may be carrying out illegal electrical work.
Smart metering forums
04 February, 2016Industry and government stakeholders are invited to attend a series of forums during 2016 to work on updating Australian standards and a roadmap for smart meters.
Construction industry supports ABCC return
03 February, 2016Construction industry said it supports the reinstatement of the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC).
Hager RCBO recall reminder
21 January, 2016Hager is reminding wholesalers and electricians that the recall of its single module RCBOs from 2012 is still open, and it will continue to offer compensation for faulty returned products.
Brightgreen receives B Corp certification
19 January, 2016Aussie LED lighting company Brightgreen has been awarded certification as a B Corporation, a worldwide movement striving for higher social and environmental performance.
Contractors beware — be licensed or lose your right to payment
18 January, 2016 by Ren Niemann, Tony Roccisano and Annie Pang*If you contract to carry out work or services that you are not licensed to perform, your contract may be illegal and you may be prevented from obtaining payment under the BCIPA.
Hoverboard recalls highlight shonky electrical import standards
13 January, 2016The eighth hoverboard recall in Australia has highlighted poor electrical import standards, says Master Electricians Australia.
A safety switch on every circuit in every home: MEA
21 December, 2015A new report finds Australians continue to lose their lives to electrocution, more than 16 months after urgent recommendations were handed down to mandate the nationwide installation of safety switches.
VET reforms approved
11 December, 2015The federal government has passed reforms for the VET sector that should see greater protection for students and improve the performance of VET providers.
