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.
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.
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.
$42K fine issued for unsafe electrical work
28 April, 2020A small concreting business and its director have been fined a total of $42,500 for unsafe electrical practices.
Five electrical workers face disciplinary action
28 April, 2020Disciplinary action, including fines, was taken against five electrical licence holders during February–March 2020.
COVID-19 rules for work vehicle travel
22 April, 2020Managing the risk of COVID-19 spread is difficult when colleagues need to travel with one another in the same vehicle.
Powering the home office
21 April, 2020The additional electricity costs incurred when working from home have been outlined in a new fact sheet from Energy Networks Australia.
Commercial solar lighting guidance published
21 April, 2020The informative guide seeks to address the lack of appropriate regulations and misinformation surrounding solar lighting products.
