Smart meter installations — asbestos and electrical safety
20 June, 2018The Queensland Electrical Safety Office is reminding electrical contractors of the safe work standards they're expected and obliged to maintain during the installation of smart meters.
Moflash intrinsically safe signalling products
14 June, 2018The Moflash range of low-powered, high-output, intrinsically safe signalling products consists of a sounder which is 24 VDC with a 105 dB output, a beacon which is 24 VDC with 9 bright LEDs for high visual output and the sounder/beacon combination unit.
Powerline risk sparks innovation
30 May, 2018Installing billboard signage presents electrical risks, particularly when near overhead powerlines.
WA electrician injured by arc flash
20 April, 2018An electrician and his assistant have received burn injuries by arc flash in a low-voltage switchboard, according to WA Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety.
$35,000 fine after workers suffer electric shock
06 March, 2018A mango grower has been fined $35,000 for an incident where two of his pickers suffered an electrical shock.
Cirlock CLK-5 contractors lockout kit
01 March, 2018Contractor lockout kits have been put together especially for commercial tradespeople and contractors working on various sites.
3M Speedglas Welding Helmet 9002NC
01 September, 2017The Speedglas Welding Helmet 9002NC has a streamlined profile, with high-performing Speedglas TrueView optics and a head harness made for increased comfort.
Mascot four-way stretch lightweight trousers
27 July, 2017The Mascot four-way stretch lightweight trousers are made from stretch material that is flexible in all directions.
New on-the-spot fines for safety breaches around powerlines
19 July, 2017Queensland has introduced two new on-the-spot fines to make sure employers take steps to keep workers safe around powerlines.
Electrical industry alert — wiring split system air conditioners
19 July, 2017Energy Safe Victoria, an independent technical regulator for electricity, gas and pipeline safety in Victoria, has published an alert relating to wiring split system air conditioners.
Keeping electrical workers safe
05 July, 2017 by Simon Mouat, Vice President Energy, Schneider Electric AustraliaSafe Work Australia's latest statistics show that the electricity, gas, water and waste services industries ranked fifth worst on the list of worker deaths by industry of workplace in year-to-date 2017.
Honeywell Howard Leight Sync Wireless protective earmuffs
05 July, 2017Honeywell's new protective headsets are designed to allow workers to stay connected while continuing to protect hearing on noisy job sites.
Tips to prevent electrical shock
27 June, 2017 by Vania SilviaAccidental electrocution continues to be a significant cause of occupational death. Personnel need to be provided with adequate safety training courses and managers, particularly those running smaller companies, convinced of the need for safety training. Amongst the highest rates of occupational deaths are engineering, construction, mining, fishing, agriculture and the forestry industries.
Managing electrial risks
28 April, 2017Electrocution is one of the leading causes of death for construction workers and electricians.
Australian innovation improves electrical safety
24 April, 2017ABB Australia, in association with Legend Power Group, has designed and developed a magnetic insulating mat that acts as a barrier when placed over potentially live electrical components.
