Safety Advisories

Important information about power lines supplying electricity to your property

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

Drybars heated clothes rack

Consumers are advised to check the safety of their Drybars...

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...

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Large fine issued for sale of unsafe plug adaptors

An online trader who repeatedly sold unsafe plug adaptors has been convicted and fined $10,500 for the sale of unsafe electrical goods.

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2011 amendments for gas and electricity regulations

A number of amendments to the Gas (Measurement and Safety) Regulations 2010 and the Electricity (Safety) Regulations 2010 come into force on 10 November 2011.

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New video resource for the electrical sector

Energy Safety, the Electrical Workers Registration Board, and Standards New Zealand have just released a new video resource developed for the Electrical sector.

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