What is Live-Line Working?

What is Live-Line Working?

What is Live-Line Working?

Recently new law has been made to ban live-line working. But what do they mean by that? Also known as hotline maintenace, it is the maintenance of electrical equipment that is mostly operated at high voltage while the equipment is energised.

Warning: High price to pay for using cash tradies

Master Electricians Australia has sent out a warning of a penalty for using tradies who charge cash. It has been advised to only use a fully licensed, insured and accredited tradesman will issue a receipt for work done. 

What to do to help a victim of Electric Shock?

What to do to help a victim of Electric Shock?

Always disconnect the power supply first. Only touch the victim after making sure the power supply is turned off. Remember to be very extra careful in wet areas, like bathrooms. Water conducts electricity. If you can turn the power supply from the whole building just to be absolutely sure, then do it. 

Did you know THIS about these types of switchboards?

Did you know THIS about these types of switchboards?

Does your switchboard look like this?
If so did you know that you don’t have any protection against electrocution?
 

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