What sort of protection should electricians consider for testers?
25 October, 2007Every single electrical mains supply has transients of all different types superimposed on it, and that's what category ratings are all about - helping electrical professionals better understand the dangers of transients by categorising them
Energy efficiency builds platform for climate solutions
24 October, 2007 by Property Council of AustraliaA nationwide building energy efficiency program offers a more effective way of reducing greenhouse gas emissions, according to a new study
ACT secure data centre proposal
16 October, 2007The ACT government has allowed ActewAGL to lease a block of land in Hume for the development of a gas-fired power station and secure data centre.
The new face of ACMA
15 October, 2007The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has recently redesigned its internet website to better reflect its role as Australia's regulator for broadcasting, internet, radiocommunications and telecommunications.
Non-compliant electrical product counterfeiting
26 September, 2007 by Paul Stathis, EditorThe entire Australian electrical industry should be involved in the fight against the importation of sub-standard, non-compliant electrical product, often referred to as 'counterfeiting'
Skills shortage here to stay
30 August, 2007A recent study by McCrindle Research shows the skills shortages and the associated workplace expectations of 'Generation Y' are here to stay
New Wiring Rules to be released soon
24 August, 2007According to a recent Standards Australia media release, the new edition of the AS/NZS 3000 Wiring Rules is expected to be released in the final quarter of 2007.
Electrical supply protection standards
20 August, 2007A number of new electrical supply protection standards have recently been updated, simplifying the process of providing supply protection. I spoke with experts from Novaris, HPM and PowerCom Solutions about their implications to contractors
Spacing changes between halogens and insulation in new Wiring Rules
15 August, 2007Standards Australia announced new rules relating to the installation of thermal insulation and halogen downlights which should help reduce the incidence of house fires.
Reminder on need for RCDs with hand-held electrical tools
12 August, 2007WorkSafe has issued a reminder to workplaces that residual current devices (RCDs) need to be fitted to electrical circuits wherever hand-held electrical tools are to be used.
Lighting standards
12 August, 2007Like all electrical work, lighting installations must be compliant to regulations. But regs don't just cover workmanship. Lighting products also have to be compliant to standards, but who's accountable for their compliance?
Electrical testing standards
01 August, 2007Workplace safety is a serious concern for all employees and employers. In the electrical industry, it's not limited to installation practises and tools. Testing is a high-risk activity that can be done safely by following the standards and regulations
How much and what insurance do contractors need?
25 July, 2007 by Joel Ciszek, BuildSafe Insurance BrokersThe correct type and amount of insurance for contractors depends on how their business is structured and what legal requirements need to be met. Differences in state legislation throw in another 'wobbly', particularly when working several states
Electrical compliance standards
15 July, 2007When inferior products introduce life-threatening risks to installers and their customers because they're not compliant to mandatory Australian Standards, this becomes a serious matter for the electrical industry to deal with
