What to do when plugs are arcing or sparking
It's not normal - or safe - for your plugs to arc or spark. Find out why this happens, and what you need to...
How to use your switchboard/switch box
Not sure about how your switchboard works? Have the lights or appliances gone out only in one part of the house? Find out...
What to do in an electrical emergency
Electricity can be very dangerous when things go wrong. Find out what you should do when you have an emergency that involves electricity.
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Safety switch laws and requirements
The law in Australia now requires that all homes be fitted with safety switches (also called residual current devices or RCDs). Learn more about...
Safety certificates for electrical work
For all work done by an electrician in Australia, you should obtain an electrical compliance certificate. Find out what a compliance certificate is, how...
Single phase vs three phase
Different appliances may need a greater supply of current, and some may require three phase power to work. Find out more about the difference...
Appliance testing and tagging
Under certain circumstances, portable appliances in homes need to be tested and tagged to ensure that they don't pose an electrical safety risk. Find...
Fuses, circuit breakers and safety switches
Fuses, circuit breakers and safety switches all offer very different levels of protection and safety. See how they differ, and find out how to...
When do I need an electrician?
Installation work? Maintenance work? Need something replaced or upgraded? Find out what kinds of work electricians do, and when you need to call one.
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Where to position electrical outlets
Find out how to decide where electrical outlets should be positioned, and what sort of factors will influence both how many you need and...