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Welcome to Energy Safety (ES)

We are the regulator for ensuring the safe supply and use of electricity and gas in New Zealand. Our vision is to be the power behind energy safety.

Read more about our vision and future directions.

 

Electricity (Safety) Regulations 2010

On the 1st of April 2010 the Electricity (Safety) Regulations 2010 replaced the Electricity Regulations 1997.

2010 Regulatory Regime (Electricity)

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Gas (Safety and Measurement) Regulations 2010

On the 4th of May 2010 the Gas (Safety and Measurement) Regulations 2010 replaced the Gas Regulations 1993.

2010 Regulatory Regime (Gas)

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Safety Advisories

Caution

Unsafe travel plug adaptor banned

Energy Safety has banned the importation, sale, distribution and use...

Electrical installation safety alert

A number of switchboard fires in 2009, involving modern non...

Safety message- Dehumidifiers - the importance of regular maintenance

Tips to keep your dehumidifier from becoming a fire or...

Carbon Monoxide Alert

CO hazard warning on using outdoor appliances indoors, i.e. gas...

Electrical Portable Outlet Devices (EPODs) commonly known as "PowerBoards", "Multi-Plugs", & "Multi-Boxes"

EPOD's are multiple electrical socket-outlets mounted onto a portable case,...

Guide to the supply of Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFLs)

This guide is intended to provide guidance to suppliers (including...

Important information about power lines supplying electricity to your property

Knowing what your responsibilities are in relation to the electricity...

Getting your gas and electrical appliances checked

Always use a qualified and competent person, such as a...

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Drybars heated clothes rack dryer banned from sale and use

Energy Safety has banned the sale and use of a model of Drybars heated clothes rack dryer, Model CR888 from 6 August 2010.

Read this Media Release

Living safely with gas patio heaters Guidelines to Living safely with Gas Patio Heaters

Energy Safety and the LPG Association have produced guidelines for people who own and or use patio heaters, in particular in the hospitality industry (e.g. restaurants, cafes and bars) to assist them to use patio heaters safely.

Read the guidelines