New wiring safety rules to be introduced


Tuesday, 13 June, 2017

New wiring safety rules to be introduced

A new edition of Australian Standard AS/NZS3000 is due for release later in the year.

Information sessions will be held by Work Cover Queensland across the state throughout June and July.

Changes to the standard include:

  • new requirements for safety switches;
  • increased mechanical protection for cables installed within a ceiling space;
  • additional requirements for electrical appliances, accessories and electrical equipment;
  • enhanced safety requirements for electrical equipment;
  • installed in locations exposed to water.

There are also five new appendices:

  1. Continuity of supply for active assisted living.
  2. Electrical conduits.
  3. Installation of arc fault detection devices.
  4. Guidance for the installation and location of electrical vehicle charging stations.
  5. DC circuit protection and switching devices.

Click here to view the information session schedule and to register.

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