Blundstone Women's Safety Series of boots
07 October, 2021Blundstone's Women's Safety Series of boots has expanded. Boot styles #883 and #887 are designed for women in trades, providing additional options for a range of industries in lightweight, airport-friendly designs.
Hazardous theatre lights recalled
23 September, 2021A recall has been issued for a range of portable theatre lights sold in WA.
The importance of testing and tagging
13 September, 2021 by Sam Moore, Senior Content Editor, ClickmatixIt is in the interests of both businesses and homeowners to ensure that all electrical systems, appliances and wiring are running optimally.
ILME CX7MA..P finger-proof crimp contacts
12 August, 2021The ILME CX7MA..P crimp contacts offer a finger-proof construction specifically designed to eliminate potential high-voltage hazards.
Three incidents spark concern about working under powerlines
11 May, 2021Three serious incidents in less than a month call for more care working near overhead powerlines.
MEA urges caution after spike in electrical incidents
26 April, 2021MEA is urging homeowners to check their electrical safety, after a summer in which Australia has suffered multiple electrical fires and fatalities.
Surviving electric shock: a personal story
22 March, 2021A new film, Jason Daniels' story – surviving an electric shock from overhead powerlines, highlights the importance of a safe work system.
Arc flash incidents reported
09 March, 2021Workplace Health and Safety Queensland has advised that two electrical workers suffered burns following an arc flash incident in January this year.
Don't get caught out working in ceiling spaces
19 January, 2021If you need to work in a ceiling or roof space, be sure to identify hazards and take precautions as necessary.
New enclosure rating for solar PV system installations
29 October, 2020The Qld Electrical Safety Office advises that DC isolators in new solar PV installations must have their own dedicated enclosure for outdoor use and be IP56NW rated.
Calls for mandatory safety switches after shock incident
29 September, 2020Properly installed safety switches could have prevented almost all recent electric shock incidents in South Australia, new research has found.
$35K fine issued after excavator hits powerlines
18 September, 2020A conviction and a $35,000 fine have been handed down to a Victorian quarry, after a safety incident involving powerlines.
Safety blitz on unlicensed electrical work
08 September, 2020The Queensland Government has announced that it plans to crack down on unlicensed electrical operators, given the serious risk posed by illegal electrical work.
Electrician killed while working on house
25 August, 2020A self-employed electrician is believed to have been electrocuted while working on a house last week.
ESO looks to boost electrical safety awareness
19 August, 2020A series of electrical safety awareness sessions have been scheduled around regional Queensland, ahead of Electrical Safety Week (7–11 September).
