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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 …

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5 Ways to Simplify your Invoicing and Accounts as a Tradesperson

Being a sole trader/business owner means you’re constantly wearing many different hats. In the morning you’re taking calls as the administrator, next you’re on the tools and then you’re doing invoicing and accounts. Because of this multifaceted nature of the trade, it can be easy to lose sight of your operational tasks.

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PAT Tester Review
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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. …

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The consequences of not working safely
Australian Standards

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 …

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The race to claim hydrogen as the next green fuel
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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 …

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Australian Standards - What are your obligations?
Australian Standards

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 …

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