When Do Electric Water Heaters/Hot Water Units Require a Lockable Isolation Switch and RCD? New definition, Heat Pumps not Like for Like with water Heaters! In 2018, the AS/NZS 3000:2018 Electrical Installation “wiring rules” introduced new requirements in Clause 4.8.2.3. For all new installations, an independent, lockable isolation switch must be installed for fixed wired […]
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The “Sense” Check- Five (5) Ways to be a great service technician & not just a tradesman
Not Just Good Service but Great Service! #1 – You are a licensed technician – not a licensed gas fitter, electrician or tradesman #2 – Know your limitations! Both technically and legally #3 – Have a systemic approach – checklists keep you honest #4 – You never stop learning! Keep up to date with your […]
Power-hungry household appliances
When it comes to saving on energy in your home, it is important to know which appliances within the home are consuming the most. There are some appliances you simply cannot live without and are going to use a lot of energy no matter what. However, when purchasing these power-hungry appliances, it is important to […]
PAT Tester Review: The Aussie Made TRISAN Portable Appliance Testers
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. […]
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 […]
Why be in a professional association?
Why be in a professional association or several associations? The main reason is Professional Development (PD), or in a nut shell, keeping current and up to date with your qualifications which is something we should be doing on a daily basis. Being a member of an association means being involved in any number of ways: […]
How to get a Mechanical Services – Medical Gas Licence or Medical Gas Occupational Licence in Queensland!
With the new mechanical services – medical gas licence requirements commencing on the 1st January 2020 we thought we would dive deeper and explore the number of options and pathways to achieve a Mechanical Services – Medical gas license. There are many pathways, depending on your qualification, this blog covers the mechanical services pathway and […]
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 […]