
Recall of dangerous energy storage batteries
Installers of renewable energy systems are being urged to help identify and warn consumers about a recall of dangerous LGES (previously LG Chem) energy storage batteries.
Campaign aims to lure electricians to Qld
A multimillion-dollar promotional blitz is underway to encourage more interstate tradies to help with flood recovery efforts in Queensland.
Prosecution following electrical work error
A WA electrician has been fined $5K for not adequately supervising electrical work carried out by an apprentice.
New fleet of electric prime movers unveiled
Rather than building electric trucks from scratch, an Australian company has developed a solution that involves powering existing heavy vehicles with exchangeable batteries.
Ceiling space fatality
In February 2022, an electrical worker died in a home ceiling space, WorkSafe Qld has reported.

Preparing the grid for electric vehicles
A new $3.4 million trial will help support growing adoption of electric vehicles across Australia while reducing infrastructure upgrade costs.
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New EV technology supercharges electric vehicles
New charging technology will drive Queensland's EV uptake plans.
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Charging ahead with EVs
Electric vehicles are key to reducing greenhouse gases and delivering clean, sustainable...
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Talking cars
Around 500 private and fleet vehicles in Queensland will be retrofitted with devices that enable...
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UNSW Maker Games winners design software to save lives
Responding to a challenge from Boral, UNSW Sydney's Maker Games winners designed a solution that allows workers to safely shut down dangerous...
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Test before touch, warns ESO
Another arc flash injury has prompted the Electrical Safety Office (ESO) to issue an urgent...
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The truth about speed limits
Is a speed limit set in stone, or is there a tolerance? According to a recent article published...
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Can headphones save lives?
New headphone technology that is claimed "could significantly improve road safety and save...
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Touchless gestures the next step for smartphones
Smartphones and other mobile devices will soon be controlled via touchless gestures, utilising new LED arrays that can both emit and detect light.
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Deploying drones in field service
We hear a lot about digital transformation these days. However, digital transformation is not...
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Biometric security use on the rise
New research from Deloitte suggests that the use of biometrics is moving to the forefront of...
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Two-way street
The ubiquitous smartphone has become a popular tool for drivers, but the digital two-way radio is...
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How to measure ROI of field service management software
Some ROIs are easier to calculate than others. It's important to consider both tangible and intangible benefits when assessing field service...
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Why field operations teams need enterprise mobile tech
The latest study from Zebra Technologies reveals that only 60% of respondents have adopted a...
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Five reasons why contractors should use a field service app
How can your electrical field service company take advantage of the latest technology trends,...
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Machine learning saves time for tradies
The digital age has produced a number of solutions which help to minimise time theft and reduced...
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Future of field service: are you ready?
IFS President of Service Management Marne Martin shared her insights on the changing landscape of field service and how organisations need to...
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Field Service Management 2019
At the 11th Field Service Management Summit, held from 15–17 April in Sydney, over 100...
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The future of field service: Internet of Things
Staying connected is essential for most field service professionals to manage their customer...
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Business propped up by credit cards
Up to two thirds of Australian SMEs are resorting to using personal finances to prop up business...
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