Smart grid deployment could mean 280,000 new jobs in US, says report
16 January, 2009
According to a recent US report, the deployment of a 'smart grid' across the US electricity network could directly create up to 280,000 new jobs.
WA safety inspections find electrical problems
16 January, 2009
A WorkSafe audit on construction sites in Western Australia has revealed deficiencies in testing and tagging of electrical appliances.
Solar power installation expected to surge in 2009
22 December, 2008
The federal government's decision to set a date to close the solar power rebate is expected to cause a surge in demand from consumers for domestic solar power installations in 2009.
OHS guidelines for electricians
18 December, 2008
WorkSafe Victoria has released a list of the most common injuries and hazards for people working in the electrical trades, along with suggested solutions to minimise these risks.
New regulations on testing and tagging on construction sites
18 December, 2008
Changes to West Australian regulations regarding the testing and tagging of portable electrical equipment and RCDs on construction sites will come into effect on 1 January 2009, which will allow the testing to be done by a competent person or a licensed electrician.
Best electrical trade teacher in Australia
18 December, 2008
NECA has awarded the 2008 Electrical Trade Teacher of the Year Award to David McKee, a teacher at SkillsTech Australia in Queensland.
ACT fast-tracks the Feed-in Tariff
18 December, 2008
The ACT government has announced that the implementation date for the renewable energy Feed-in Tariff scheme has been brought forward from July 2009 to March 2009.
Schneider Electric integrates all Pacific operations
17 December, 2008
Schneider Electric will combine its core Australian operations with its Engineered Services division and specialist subsidiaries Citect and NuLec to form one entity as of 1 January 2009.
Electrical contractor wins business award
08 December, 2008
Electrical contractor, Apps Electrics has been recognised for its apprenticeship and youth training programs in the 2008 Melbourne Business Awards.
Leighton HQ project achieves 6 Star green rating
08 December, 2008
A major office and retail project in Brisbane has been awarded a 6-Star Green Star rating by the Green Building Council of Australia, recognising it as a world leader in environmentally sustainable office design.
Overseas Skills Recognition program addresses skills shortages
01 December, 2008
To assist in dealing with local skills shortages, the ACT government hosted the National Conference on Overseas Skills that addressed overseas qualifications, offshore assessment arrangements, skills shortages and skilled migration.
Spiral-bound Wiring Rules
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Intertek SAI Global
The Wiring Rules — AS/NZS 3000: 2007, Electrical installations is available for purchase in a handy spiral-bound format, making it easier for electrical contractors and inspectors to use while on a job site.
O’Donnell Griffin to install domestic solar systems for Origin Energy
28 November, 2008
O'Donnell Griffin has been contracted by Origin Energy to install domestic solar energy systems nation-wide, which has the potential to secure up to $20 million in revenue for them over the next five years.
Construction and engineering projects increase in Q3
26 November, 2008
Defying the current downward economic trends, a recent ABS reports shows that Australia's construction and engineering markets enjoyed considerable growth last quarter.
Testing for standby power consumption
24 November, 2008 by John Thompson*
External power supplies are subject to minimum energy performance standards (MEPS) as specified by AS/NZS 4665. The standard calls for maximum permissible standby power consumption levels, and reflect the increasing attention to rising greenhouse gases and energy costs.
