New electrical safety guide released
09 June, 2020A new guide for electrical contractors ensuring a safe system of work has just been released by the Electrical Safety Office in Queensland.
Draft electrical installation standards open for comment
09 June, 2020Two new electrical installation standards have been opened for public comment by Standards Australia.
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.
Energy Network Industry Awards open soon
03 June, 2020The program for the annual Energy Network Industry Awards 2020 will open on 1 July 2020.
Calls for govt home reno plan to include electrical safety
02 June, 2020The federal government's suggested home renovation package should focus on electrical safety measures as well as saving jobs, according to MEA.
OHS obligations in the workplace amidst COVID-19
01 June, 2020 by Paul Stathis, Chief Executive Officer, BICSI South Pacific | Supplied by: BICSI South PacificThe ICT industry has been severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic — despite the fact that ICT has been highlighted as an essential service.
Inquiry into energy retailer failure to begin
01 June, 2020An urgent inquiry request to protect energy consumers from COVID-19 retailer failure has been made.
Over 50% of electrical businesses see profit decline
27 May, 2020A recent survey showing the impact of COVID-19 on electrical contractors has revealed that 59% experienced a decline in their business of more than 30%.
Australia's best tradies recognised with awards
27 May, 2020 | Supplied by: Invoice2goThe winners of the inaugural Australian Tradie of the Year Awards 2020 have been announced.
New code of practice for electrical industry
20 May, 2020A COVID-19 code of practice has been developed by Master Electricians Australia for the electrical industry.
Register for Schneider's Innovation Day 2020
19 May, 2020 | Supplied by: Clipsal - by Schneider ElectricSchneider Electric's Innovation Day, which brings together the IT, data centre and built environment industries, will be held on 21 May 2020.
Critical energy works during COVID-19
13 May, 2020A fact sheet that details what critical works are and why they must continue during the COVID-19 pandemic has been released by Energy Networks Australia.
Electrician warns others against working live
12 May, 2020An electrician who was seriously burnt by an arc flash explosion is sharing his story to help prevent injuries and deaths.
Worker death sparks $30K fine for solar company
06 May, 2020A conviction and $30,000 fine has been issued to a solar installer, after a worker fell and was killed at a Bendigo construction site.
WF Media launches education tech channel
05 May, 2020Bucking the recent trend of media bad news stories, Westwick-Farrow Media has this week launched a new education technology media channel.
