The 5 most important reasons for determining the priorities of electrical safety training in your work
Giving priority to electrical safety training is not only related to compliance – it is related to creating a safer and more efficient workplace. Here are the five most important reasons that make each company must specify the priorities of electrical safety training: Reducing the workplace accidents Electrical accidents can lead to serious injuries, equipment […]
Trainee electrician fined $10,000 for dangerous work
image: 123RF A New Plymouth District Court has fined an apprentice electrician $10,000 for unsupervised work which could have resulted in death. Bradley Carl Payne breached the Electricity Act 1992 when he installed conductors and fittings in a shipping container at a South Taranaki residential property without supervision in March 2022. This resulted in Payne […]
Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals 2023 National Census of Fatal Work Injuries
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) recently released its annual census of fatal occupational injuries that occurred in 2023. According to the press release, 5,283 fatal occupational injuries were recorded in the United States in 2023, representing 3.7% of the 5,486 total in 2022. In addition, the rate of fatal work injuries in 2023 […]
How Arc Flash Study Can Prevent Work Accidents and Downtime
Investing in a crossbow study isn’t just about compliance; It’s about creating a safer and more efficient workplace. In today’s fast-paced industrial environment, safety and efficiency are critical. An arc flash, a sudden release of electrical energy through the air, can cause serious injury, damage equipment, and lead to costly downtime. To mitigate these risks, […]
Is artificial intelligence used in electrical work?
Artificial intelligence has had a global impact on many industries outside of computers and programming. The electrical industry is one of the many that have integrated AI into their operations. Let’s take a closer look at what we can expect from the intersection of AI and the electrical industry. Are you interested in becoming an […]
Some hidden dangers of doing your own electrical work
July 26, 2024 Our team at TriStar Electric is here to tell you about the dangers of do-it-yourself electrical work. It takes real knowledge and experience for professional electrical contractors to fully understand the risks of working with electrical systems. While many homeowners are tempted to save money on upgrades and repairs, this may not […]
Unlicensed electricians have been fined thousands for dangerous work across New Zealand.
Last month, Graeme Kyle was fined $6,000 in Dannevirke District Court for negligently working without a permit. He left two exposed electrical wires, causing an overload on the sub-circuit, which burned part of the distribution board. Also in June, Han Jong Kim was fined $6000 in the Whangarei District Court for carrying out unlicensed electrical […]