Lighting Council Australia protests new LED rules
30 January, 2024Australia's peak lighting body is warning that the proposed rules will reduce energy savings, increase consumer prices and reduce consumer choice.
Electrician loses licences following criminal acts
18 January, 2024A Perth electrician has received a criminal conviction for indecent acts committed while working at a customer's home.
Repair job leads to fatal electrocution
06 December, 2023An incident being investigated by WorkSafe Qld has underlined the dangers of working in proximity to underground cables.
Wiring error causes electric shocks for homeowner
14 November, 2023A WA electrician has been fined $5000 for failing to detect a dangerous wiring error.
Powerline fatality leads to guilty plea
08 November, 2023A Qld energy supplier failed to ensure an overhead powerline and its supporting structures spanning farmland were safe.
Lift companies charged over death of apprentice electrician
27 October, 2023The fourth-year apprentice electrician had been working unsupervised on a car lift.
Urgent recall of dangerous solar batteries
24 October, 2023The recall includes 13 specific LG battery models at risk of overheating, catching fire and causing damage to property, serious injury or death.
Electrician pleads guilty over explosion risk
23 October, 2023The dangerous installation of inverter chargers could have resulted in serious injuries and property damage.
Serious About Safety: Navigating Workplace Health & Safety Trends and Challenges with Winc
16 October, 2023In a rapidly evolving world where technology and societal shifts are reshaping our work environments, ensuring the safety and well-being of employees remains a paramount concern for businesses across Australia.
Mass powerline inspections begin in Vic
27 September, 2023Energy Safe Victoria will inspect thousands of kilometres of powerlines to ensure they are clear of vegetation ahead of summer.
Electrical incidents, death a wake-up call for industry
19 September, 2023Victoria has seen four serious electrical incidents over the course of only two months.
Maintaining sparkie safety in a changing electrical landscape
18 September, 2023Lucy Finlay discusses crucial safety considerations for electricians in light of changing regulations, automation and the shift to renewable energy.
WA looks to future with new electricity framework
05 September, 2023A new bill aims to update 20-year-old legislation to prepare the electricity sector for rapid changes resulting from the state's energy transition.
WA updates electrical requirements
22 August, 2023The new requirements will apply to all new electrical installation designs commenced after 1 February 2024.
Bereaved family has important warning for electrical workers
15 August, 2023The family of a young woman who died as a result of a faulty electrical product are sharing their story in the hope that it will serve as a warning to suppliers of electrical goods.
