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Swimming pools and spas: electrical bonding

The risk Most pools and spas are fitted with water circulating pumps and cleaning equipment powered by electric motors. Faults can occur in these motors or in the motor’s electrical wiring. This can expose bathers to the risk of electric shock. Signs of electric shock include a tingling sensation,...
Electrical installations
28 Aug 2018

Safe working guidelines and effective supervision of electrical apprentices

Information on safe working guidelines and effective supervision of electrical apprentices.
Information for industry
04 May 2018

Safe working guidelines for electrical workers

Information on safe working guidelines for electrical workers .
Information for industry
04 May 2018

Working in the roof space

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The roof space of your home can be a very dangerous area. There are serious electrical hazards in roof spaces and the potential for electric shocks is high. Hazards can include: exposed live electrical conductors or wiring; unenclosed joints in conductors; deteriorated electrical cabling (often...
Electrical installations
16 Apr 2018

Code of Practice for Persons working on or near energised electrical installations

Code of Practice Building and Energy has developed this Code of Practice for Persons working on or near energised electrical installations. Code of Practice for Persons working on or near energised electrical installations. Information on the Code Code of Practice for Persons working on or near...
Information for industry
16 Apr 2018

RCD letter to proprietors

Important electrical safety message from the Director of Energy Safety To the Proprietor Dear Sir / Madam No RCD means no second chance Residual current devices (RCDs) are the single most effective measure to prevent electrocutions, serious electrical injuries and fires. The circuit breakers and...
Residual current devices (RCDs)
09 Mar 2018

The new Wiring Rules

Preview of main changes The 2018 edition of AS/NZS 3000:2018 , Electrical Installations (known as the Wiring Rules) is now available. The new standard has been developed by Standards Australia in collaboration with industry and government. Some significant changes include: Definitions Section 1...
Information for industry
12 Dec 2017

Working on or near energised electrical installations

Working on or near energised electrical equipment (live work) is an unsafe practice and too frequently results in burns, shocks, serious accidents and fatalities for electricians and other workers. This is clearly unacceptable. New compliance obligations for licensed electrical workers The...
Information for industry
01 Dec 2017

Focus newsletters

Focus newsletters Building Focus Building Focus Issue 9 Building Focus Issue 8 Building Focus Issue 7 Building Focus Issue 6 ​ Building Focus Issue 5 Building Focus Issue 4 Building Focus Issue 3 Building Focus Issue 2 Building Focus Issue 1 Gas and Plumbing Focus Gas and Plumbing Focus Issue 9 Gas...
Newsletters and bulletins
25 Jul 2017

Commissioner for Consumer Protection

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Patricia Blake January 2023 - Current Patricia Blake (known as Trish) became Commissioner for Consumer Protection and Executive Director for Consumer Protection in January 2023. Prior to becoming Commissioner Trish has been the Director of Retail and Services within Consumer Protection and worked...
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29 Mar 2017

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Application to restore a Refrigeration & Air-conditioning Mechanics licence

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Building and Energy
Form – application
23 Mar 2022

Application to restore a Refrigeration & Air-conditioning Mechanic’s Restricted Electrical Licence

How to restore your expired Refrigeration & Air-conditioning Mechanic’s Restricted Electrical Licence Expired up to two years To restore a refrigeration & air-conditioning mechanic’s...
Building and Energy
Form – application
17 Jul 2023

ELB policy - Requirements for the issue of a Restricted Electrical Licence for Disconnect and Reconnect Motors and/or Composite Equipment

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Building and Energy
Policies
18 Feb 2022

ELB policy - Requirements for the issue of a Restricted Electrical Licence for Electronics and Communication Equipment

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Building and Energy
Policies
18 Feb 2022

Requirements for the issue of a Restricted Electrical Licence for Domestic Electrical Appliances

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Building and Energy
Policies
18 Feb 2022

Managing COVID-19 risks in the workplace

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Employers (or persons conducting a business or undertaking) have a duty under OSH or WHS legislation to eliminate, or if that is not reasonable practicable, minimise the risks of COVID-19 at the...
WorkSafe
Information
18 Feb 2022

ELB Policy – Requirements for the issue of an Electrical Contractor's Licence

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This policy provides the criteria the Electrical Licensing Board require to be met for an Electrical Contractor's Licence to be issued.
Building and Energy
Policies
22 Oct 2021

Security of payment – Action Plan

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Action Plan for Reform An Action Plan for reform to introduce better payment protections for all participants in the Western Australian building and construction industry was released by the Minister...
Building and Energy
Plans
28 Jul 2022

ELB Policy - Fit and proper person assessment criteria for the issue of licences and permits

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The Electrical Licensing Board (Board) is required to determine the fitness and propriety of applicants for licences and permits under the Electricity (Licensing) Regulations 1991 (ELR). The policy...
Building and Energy
Policies
06 Aug 2021

ELB Policy - Requirements for the Restoration of a Refrigeration & Air-conditioning Mechanic's Restricted Electrical Licence

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This policy provides the criteria the Electrical Licensing Board requires to be met before an expired Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Mechanic's Restricted Electrical Licence can be restored to...
Building and Energy
Policies
03 Apr 2023

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Announcements

Commissioner's Blog: Solar battery recall a burning issue

Solar energy storage systems can be an attractive option for households looking to capture and store their own renewable energy. However, around 450 WA home-owners that have installed several models of LG-branded home energy storage batteries are being urged to check if their device is on a national recall list due to fears they may overheat and ignite. Due to the stored energy, battery fires can...
Consumer Protection
Media release
09 Jun 2022

Fire risk recall for LG solar home energy batteries

Fire risk from several models of LG home energy storage batteries 450 of the recalled batteries are estimated to have been installed in WA Affected consumers should switch off the battery and contact LG or SolaX WA’s electrical and product safety regulators are alerting consumers about a national recall of some LG-branded home energy storage batteries, which may overheat and ignite. Building...
Building and Energy / Consumer Protection
Media release
20 May 2022

Unlicensed electrical testing warning following air-con company’s $15,000 fine – Westbury Holdings Pty Ltd (trading as Air Group Australia / CoolBreeze Air Conditioning)

Electrical tests carried out by assembly line staff, not licensed electricians Public at risk if electrical equipment is supplied without expert testing Company pleaded guilty and has changed its testing practices Following the prosecution of a Perth air-conditioning company, Building and Energy is warning WA manufacturers that testing of electrical equipment above a certain voltage must only be...
Building and Energy
Media release
12 May 2022

Implementation of the Building and Construction Industry (Security of Payment) Act

The Building and Construction Industry (Security of Payment) Act 2021 (WA) (the “new Act”) will introduce better payment protections for all participants in the Western Australian building and construction industry. It is one of the most significant legislative changes for the local industry since the 2004 introduction of the Construction Contracts Act 2004 (the “CCA”). In line with the State...
Building and Energy
Department News
06 May 2022

Western Power fined $45,000 after inadequate testing procedure results in unsafe work – Electricity Networks Corporation trading as Western Power

Undetected electrical error due to lack of testing step in procedure Voltage rises caused damage to electrical appliances at a Lancelin property Magistrate advised Western Power to speed up its review of procedures Western Power has been fined $45,000 for not providing adequate testing instructions, which would have detected an electrical error that caused almost $600 of damage at a Lancelin...
Building and Energy
Media release
20 Apr 2022

Spa controllers recalled after electrocution tragedy

Electric shock risks from Spa Quip 800 and 1200 controllers Flexible socket can allow equipment to be plugged in incorrectly A Perth man died after connecting a pump’s electrical plug upside-down Action by Western Australia’s electrical safety regulator has led to the national recall of hazardous spa components involved in the tragic death of a Perth man. Building and Energy prohibited the sale...
Building and Energy
Media release
13 Apr 2022

Electrician fined for poor supervision at hazardous Nedlands house – Samuel Thomas Alliston

Apprentice failed to connect the main neutral conductor to a new switchboard A resident received an electric shock from an energised shower tap Mr Alliston was fined $5,000 for inadequate supervision of the electrical work A Nedlands family was lucky to avoid serious injury after an electrical work error caused the metal pipes at their home to become energised, with one person receiving an...
Building and Energy
Media release
11 Apr 2022

Western Power fined for electric shock error – Electricity Networks Corporation trading as Western Power

‘Live’ metal objects at four Kingsley homes after wrong cable disconnected Inadequate instructions provided to workers and contractors Guilty plea for failing to ensure that network maintenance was carried out safely Western Power has been fined $30,000 following an error by one of its contractors, which led to a Kingsley man receiving an electric shock and nearby residents being exposed to...
Building and Energy
Media release
06 Apr 2022

Important Changes to High Risk Work Licensing - New Work Health and Safety rules to begin 31 March 2022

The new Work Health and Safety (General) Regulations 2022 (WHS Regulations) were gazetted on 11 March 2022 and will commence on the 31 March 2022, bringing the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 into full force and effect. The WHS Regulations replace the current Occupational and Safety Regulations 1996 (OSH Regulations). You can access the WHS Regulations on the WA Legislation website: WALW - Work...
WorkSafe
Department News
25 Mar 2022

Roof space hazards: switch off before you go up

Always turn off the mains power before entering a roof space This is compulsory for all tradespeople including electricians Building and Energy is distributing safety stickers for manholes and switchboards Recent tragic deaths and close calls have prompted a plea from Western Australia’s electrical safety regulator to always switch off the mains power before entering a roof space. Building and...
Building and Energy
Media release
24 Mar 2022

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