How to safely upgrade electrical systems in asbestos-prone buildings
15 December, 2023 | Supplied by: OctfolioWhen planning electrical upgrades in buildings with potential asbestos-containing materials, a meticulous approach is essential to minimise health risks.
MineGlow x-Glo 48 V LED strip lighting
15 December, 2023 | Supplied by: MineglowThe MineGlow x-Glo 48 V LED strip lighting is designed for hazardous areas in tunnel construction.
Staying switched on: the importance of electrical safety
11 October, 2023 | Supplied by: AusgridOver the last four years, more than 2000 people have received electric shocks in NSW workplaces — more than five incidents per day.
Pizzato Elettrica FY series safety switches
01 October, 2023 | Supplied by: Leuze electronic Pty LtdThe Pizzato Elettrica FY series of safety switches feature a separate actuator with lock and techno-polymer housing.
Top tips: maintaining electrical safety onsite
19 September, 2023 | Supplied by: FergusStreamlined operations and onsite safety are essential for the protection of tradies working across Australia.
Safety warning issued after electrician injured in explosion
20 July, 2023A safety alert has been issued for all electricians, after an electrician was hospitalised with burns from an explosion in the switchboard he was working on.
Tesvolt Power Safe battery storage solution
31 May, 2023 | Supplied by: Tesvolt AustraliaThe Tesvolt Power Safe battery storage solution combines a battery storage system and fire protection, and meets commercial and industrial safety requirements.
SICK safeRS and safeRS3 safe radar systems
06 April, 2023 | Supplied by: SICK Pty LtdThe safeRS and safeRS3 safe radar systems are electro-sensitive 3D protective devices for safe personal detection with high machine productivity.
Bestech 710B electrical testing panel
13 March, 2023 | Supplied by: Bestech Australia Pty LtdThe 710B Electrical Test Board from Bestech comes with user-friendly computer-controlled HMI and can be remotely activated by instructors.
Vic transport company fined after worker suffers electric shock
08 March, 2023A transport company has been fined $75,000 after a worker suffered an electric shock when a mobile crane struck overhead powerlines at a construction site.
Protect-Air ToolReg In-line Air Regulator
01 February, 2023 | Supplied by: Compressed Air Australia Pty LtdFactory set to prevent pressure changes, the ToolReg In-line Air Regulator is designed to be fully tamper-proof and ensure that only the required pressure is used for each individual pneumatic tool.
Safety alert after switchboards cause electric shocks
07 October, 2022The Electrical Safety Office of Queensland has issued a safety alert for electricity meter installers after switchboards caused two separate electric shocks from battery powered devices.
Two NSW companies fined $1.05m over fatal electrocution
30 September, 2022Two companies have been fined $600,000 and $450,000 after a young worker was fatally electrocuted while working on a warehouse roof in 2019.
WA tradie fined after wiring error causes electric shock
08 September, 2022A WA tradesman has been fined $7500 after he mistakenly wired live parts of a shutter power cord into a mains power socket outlet, causing an electrician to receive a mild electric shock.
Important considerations for a lockout tagout system
23 August, 2022 | Supplied by: BlackwoodsLockout tagout (LOTO) is a critical safety procedure used to ensure dangerous machines and energy sources are properly shut off or isolated.
