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Electrical Safety Compliance of 110 Vac Installations in Recreational Vehicles

Guidelines to ensure that imported 110 Vac "connectable installations" in...

Getting your gas and electrical appliances checked

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

Installing Under Floor Thermal Insulation – Electric Shock Hazard

Aluminium foil under floor insulation may become electrically live if...

Residual Current Devices (RCD) recall

Product safety recall on RCD branded PDL POWERGUARD Vertical Switched...

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,...

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Keeping safe with cabinet heaters

Energy Safety is urging consumers to take care when using cabinet heaters.

Always follow the 'Heater Metre Rule'. Never stand directly in front of the heater, especially when operating the controls. Cabinet heaters have a very high heat output and may ignite clothing and furnishings that are too close.

Read more about operating a cabinet heater safely.

Check before you dig

You need to be aware that many utility services are placed underground, for example, gas pipes, electricity and telephone cables.

Read more about what you need to check before digging

Safety Alerts

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