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RoHS II gathers momentum
The European Parliament completed its first reading of the draft of RoHS II in November 2010 and the publication of the directive is expected in the first half of 2011.
Safety switch could have prevented tragic death
NECA agrees with the coroner who finds that the tragic death of a child could have been prevented if a wet extension cord had had a safety switch installed.
Electrical industry frustrated that insulation figures kept in the dark
NECA has expressed its frustration that the Australian Government has denied another opportunity to inform people affected by the failed Home Insulation Program (HIP) about the true size of the problem.
Energy Safe Victoria issues flood warning
Energy Safe Victoria has recently issued important electrical safety advice for both building occupants and electrical contractors concerning flood-affected buildings.
Home insulation deaths spark new electrical safety recommendations
An electrical safety investigation prompted by the fatalities in the federal insulation scheme has found 15 people are killed and 300 hospitalised each year as a result of preventable electrical accidents in Australian homes.
NECA calls on government to release safety inspection figures
NECA has called on the government to release details on the insulation installation safety inspection figures or to inspect all of the installations in the country.
Avoiding costly underground cable problems - now and in the future
Recently, a friend of mine who operates an excavator tore through a mains cable as he was digging footings on a commercial site. Not only did he get the scare of his life, but he had a few anxious moments afterwards wondering if he would cop the huge repair bill for the damage he had just caused. Fortunately for him, he called Dial Before You Dig before commencing to excavate.

OHS guidelines for electricians
WorkSafe Victoria has released a list of the most common injuries and hazards for people working in the electrical trades, along with suggested solutions to minimise these risks.
National framework for electricity safety proposed
The Energy Networks Association (ENA) recently released the Proposed National Framework for Electricity Network Safety document as the recommended approach to national electricity network safety regulation.
Copper prices spark new crime wave
Last year, police all over the world were inundated with reports of theft of copper from areas as diverse as water pipes from buildings, electrical wiring from substations, conductors from railway lines and even bells from churches

Dimetix FLS-C distance measuring device
The Dimetix FLS-C is an optical distance measuring device that measures distances - on natural and reflecting surfaces - up to 500 m without contact.
Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk batch software update
Rockwell Automation has expanded the application development capabilities of the FactoryTalk batch software to help users design and run batch applications more rapidly. The software features intelligent recipe capabilities, secure operator overrides, expanded data collection and reporting and improved material management capabilities. The software, seamlessly integrated with the scalable PlantPAx process automation system, provides solutions ranging from small, basic sequencing to large, complex batch applications.

Queensland adopts new electrical safety laws
Retailers and wholesalers selling particular types of electrical equipment to the public in Queensland are subject to new laws to help protect homeowners and renovators.
Union raises safety concerns over smart meters
The ETU recently raised concerns over smart meter installations, claiming that the industry regulator allowed unqualified subcontractors to install them.
Guidelines for electrical inspection and verification testing of flood-affected properties
Energy Safe Victoria has issued a guidance note to electricians advising on the inspection and testing requirements for properties that are affected by floodwater.
Warnings about electricity and appliances after flood damage
In the wake of Queensland’s recent floods, building occupants are strongly being urged to arrange for licensed electricians to check their electrical systems before they return to their homes and businesses.
Electrical industry association says government must come clean on insulation figures
NECA has reiterated its call for the federal government to release information on the Home Insulation Program so as to minimise the risks of more deaths occurring.
Government heeds NECA warning
NECA has commended the government's recent reaction to the association's concerns regarding the reintroduction of a home insulation program.
Protection against non-conforming electrical appliances and installations
A conference was held recently in the Middle East to promote the global standardisation of electrotechnology that seeks to eradicate the trading of non-conforming electrical products.
Action needed on safety inspection standards to combat dangers of installing insulation
NECA has called for urgent action by federal and state governments to introduce new safety inspection requirements for the insulation installation industry.
Revised standards for electrical installations in hazardous areas
Standards Australia has published two new standards for electrical installations in hazardous areas to supersede existing standards.
Power pole audit reveals problems in WA
A 2008 WA EnergySafety audit has found serious deficiencies in Western Power's management of its wooden power poles.
Safety alert on working near live electrical equipment
The recent electrocution of an electrician in NSW has prompted WorkCover NSW to issue a safety notice to remind electrical tradespeople of the dangers of working on live circuits.
Electrical contractor fined over unsafe electrical work
A Western Australian electrical contractor was fined $10,000 for failing to protect a worker who was drilling in close proximity to high-voltage power lines.
Company convicted over fatal electrocution
The dangers of working with electricity were highlighted recently when a company was prosecuted following the fatal electrocution of its maintenance manager.
EnergySafety investigates electrocution fatality
A man has been fatally electrocuted while using a portable electric drill that was connected to a circuit that appears not to have been protected by an RCD.
Queensland electrical safety plan
Queensland's Electrical Safety Plan has been revised and reissued, outlining a number of strategies to minimise electrical safety incidents over the next five years.
WA safety inspections find electrical problems
A WorkSafe audit on construction sites in Western Australia has revealed deficiencies in testing and tagging of electrical appliances.
Company fined for electrical balancing act
A Campbellfield company has pleaded guilty to seven workplace health and safety charges after two Chinese workers in Australia on section 457 visas suffered serious injuries in 2006.
Metering antenna mounting brackets are electrical hazards
Energy Safe Victoria (ESV) has issued a warning to any tradesmen working near metering antenna mounting brackets.

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