Electrical Safety Office

26/06/2026

With school holidays around the corner and possibly extra screen time on the cards, now’s a good time to check that your personal and school devices are being used safely. 📱🎮

⚡ Check before you connect
Inspect chargers for cracked enclosures or damaged plug pins, and cords for exposed wires, fraying. If a charger or cable is damaged, stop using it and dispose of it safely. Faulty chargers can cause electric shock or fires.

💧 Keep chargers dry
Water and electricity don’t mix! Ensure your kids charge devices in dry areas and keep chargers away from sinks, drinks, and wet hands.

🔌Don’t use devices while charging
To reduce the risk of electric shock, don’t hold your phone or use wired headphones while devices are charging.

🛑 Safe charging habits
Never place items on top of devices while charging, and don’t let children sleep with phones or tablets under pillows or blankets. Devices can overheat and cause a fire.

Follow these tips to help keep your family safe these holidays and enjoy the break!

For more information visit: https://bit.ly/4ebgksf

10/06/2026

Heater season is here and so is the battle for the “best spot in the house” 🔥

Before you turn on your heater, take a minute to ensure it is safe to use.

✅ Check heaters for dust before turning them on and ensure the fan rotates freely (on fan heaters).
✅ Keep heaters well away from flammable materials, such as curtains, bedding, and clothes.
✅Avoid using a plug-in heater in the bathroom or other wet areas.
✅ Don’t dry your clothes on the heater.
✅ Never leave portable heaters running unattended, or through the night while sleeping.

If there are any signs of damage, don’t use it. Either dispose of it safely or have it repaired.

For more information visit: https://www.electricalsafety.qld.gov.au/electrical-equipment/buying-and-using-electrical-equipment

29/05/2026

We are at the Hughenden Show today and tomorrow - come and visit us and chat to the team about how to keep yourself and your family safe around electricity ⚡

19/05/2026

Whether you own or rent, you should have safety switches installed on all circuits in your home to keep safe.

Safety switches help protect you, your family and visitors from electric shock. But one safety switch may not be enough.

Unsure what switches are already installed?

Call a licensed electrician to check your home and make sure you’re protected.

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18/05/2026

Join us for a toolbox talk designed for electrical workers and contractors in Hughenden!

📅 Monday, 25 May 2026
⏰ Time: 3.30pm – 4:30pm
📍 Location: CWA Hall – 34 Stansfield Street, Hughenden

The free session will cover:
• The role of the Electrical Safety Office
• Current electrical safety issues
• Newly published technical guides for industry
• Working on or near energised electrical equipment
• Working in roof spaces.

Whether you're on the tools or supervising, this is a great opportunity to stay informed, share insights, and strengthen workplace electrical safety.

✅ Free event – no registration required

14/05/2026

Keep your solar panels in top shape:

🔍 Inspect for damage before cleaning
💧 Use water only—avoid cleaning products

🚫🧽 Skip scourers or anything abrasive
🚫💦 Avoid high‑pressure cleaners
🚫🪣 Keep buckets off the panels

General maintenance can be done by a competent person who has experience with solar energy systems, but electrical work must only be carried out by a licensed electrician.

Download our inspection and maintenance checklist for more information on what should be checked and why⬇️ https://www.electricalsafety.qld.gov.au/electrical-safety-home/solar-pv-systems

12/05/2026

Before you plug in your electric blanket, check for frayed cords or damaged plugs. The blanket should feel soft and flexible, if the heating wire feels brittle, don't use it.

While using it:

• check the appliance for changes in colour from overheating and moisture

• maintain the blanket as per the manufacturer’s instructions on the label

• only use it for its intended purpose.

If there are any signs of damage, stop using the blanket and throw it away or get it repaired.

A quick safety check can prevent an electric shock or fire🔥

For more safety tips visit: https://bit.ly/3KrLXQj

11/05/2026

⚡ Hughenden is getting switched on.

The Electrically Safe and Aware Town Initiative is coming to your community — bringing free resources, practical information and local conversations about electrical safety for residents, workers and businesses alike.

🔧 Free electrical worker and contractor toolbox talk
Monday 25 May, 3.30pm–4.30pm
CWA Hall — 34 Stansfield Street, Hughenden

💬 Free community information sessions

Session one
Monday 25 May, 11.30am–12.30pm
Flinders Discovery Centre — 37 Gray Street, Hughenden

Session two
Monday 25 May, 1.45pm–2.45pm
Flinders Library — 34 Gray Street, Hughenden

Session three
Monday 25 May, 4.00pm–5.00pm
Allen Terry Caravan Park — 2 Resolution Street, Hughenden

Session four
Tuesday 26 May, 4.00pm–5.00pm
Allen Terry Caravan Park — 2 Resolution Street, Hughenden

Session five
Tuesday 26 May, 6.00pm–7.00pm
Hughenden Returned Services League (RSL) — 17 Flinders Street, Hughenden

07/05/2026

This Mother’s Day, make sure your gift is as safe as it is thoughtful. 💐🎁

If you’re buying mum a new electrical appliance, look for the Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM). This shows the product meets Australian safety standards and has been properly tested.

Buying from overseas sellers online can be risky as non-compliant products may cause electric shock, fire, or injury, and may not be eligible for a refund if something goes wrong.

For more information about purchasing electrically safe products visit: https://www.electricalsafety.qld.gov.au/electrical-equipment/buying-and-using-electrical-equipment

30/04/2026

⚡ New course available: Effective supervision of electrical apprentices ⚡

The micro-credential course is an initiative of the Queensland Electrical Licensing Committee and the Electrical Education Safety Committee.

The course aims to improve safety and compliance in electrical apprentice supervision and provides:
✔ Practical leadership techniques
✔ Key supervision skills
✔ Strategies to effectively support electrical apprentices in the workplace.

On completion, you’ll receive a certificate of completion as well as a digital badge.

For more information and to enrol online visit: https://coursegateway.tafeqld.edu.au/product?catalog=MCC00199