The importance of regular safety checks and testing of plugs and corded portable electrical appliances. Often called testing and tagging or test and tag. The Australian Standard and official name is AS/NZS3760-2010 – In-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment, this standard is also a guide on the process and the frequency of testing. […]
Year: 2020
The consequences of not working safely
Over the past few months there has been several electrical fatalities. The consequences of not working safely have never been more pertinent. Recently a refrigeration mechanic sustained a fatal electric shock whilst working on a warehouse roof. Apparently he was unlicensed. If the employer doesn’t have a robust system and has all his checks in […]
The Race To Claim Hydrogen As The Next Green Fuel – for Gas Fitting Plumbers, Vehicles Techs or Electricians
It is great to see that there are several organisations vying for the lead in the development of hydrogen technology, and hydrogen as a green fuel. There seems to be several claims, which at first glance seem viable. During my recent visit to Canberra, we were privy to take a tour of the Hydrogen Test […]
The importance of having access to the correct Australian Standards – what are your obligations?
As a licensed Gas Fitter, Electrician, Type B Gas Fitter, Restricted Electrical or test and tag person, your obligation is to have access to all the relevant Australian standards to effectively complete your work as a licensed person safely and compliantly. It’s the law. What are the consequences when you do not abide by the […]
The simple guide to getting a gas qualification
In this guide to getting a gas qualification, we tackle the path towards different gas licences and how this translates to whether you can fit, install or service only. Do you often hear others or even catch yourself asking or saying the following? » I can’t find qualified Gas fitters! » I need to get […]
Practical Experience Requirements for new applications – Gas Work Licences or Authorisations
The Queensland Gas Licencing and authorisation unit announced that commencing on the 1st February 2020, that all new applications for a Gas Work Licence, Gas Work Licence servicing and other Gas Work Licences and Gas Work Authorisations will change. The changes focus on the requirement to complete specific hours and minimum jobs of practical experience. […]