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Energy Safety 2007 Archive
Network Audits
As part of the Energy Safety Service (ESS) safety strategy we have been carrying out a number of programmed safety and compliance audits of electricity networks throughout the country.
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Learning from others’ mistakes
Since 2001, the Energy Safety Service (ESS) has printed a summary of reported electrical and gas accidents on an annual basis.
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Gas & electrical safety in motorhomes
The recreational vehicle industry has boomed over the past few years. In 2005, 367 motorhomes and 971 caravans were imported to New Zealand.
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Improved regime for energy safety – new legislation
On 23 November 2006, Parliament passed the Energy Safety Review Bill and the Plumbing, Gasfitting and Drainlaying Bill, and in doing so amended the Gas Act 1992 and Electricity Act 1992, and introduced a new Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Act.
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Electrical Appliance Safety Regime changes
On 1 February 2007 two Gazette notices came into effect changing the list of electrical equipment (Appliances) requiring Supplier Declaration and the Declared Article list (Equipment requiring approval or certification).
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Outcome of recent ESS investigations on electrical accidents
In recent months the Energy Safety Service (ESS) has been involved with investigations of electrical accidents of fatal consequences or severe injuries.
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Safety around use of LPG heaters
Winter is fast approaching and it is almost time to bring out the home heaters.
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Latest fatalities and serious incidents relating to electrical safety
In the past month the Energy Safety Service (ESS) has been informed of three electrical accidents resulting in serious harm or fatality.
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Electrical Appliance Safety Regime Changes
On 1 February 2007 two Gazette notices came into effect changing the list of electrical equipment (Appliances) requiring Supplier Declaration of Compliance (Electricity Regulation 101A) and the Declared Article (Electricity Regulation 101) list (Equipment requiring approval or certification).
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Ideal Electrical Trade Show
Ideal Electrical Suppliers held a trade show in the Mt Smart "Big Top" at Auckland on the 14th and 15th of March.
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New name and logo for Energy Safety Service
The Energy Safety Service (ESS) has been renamed Energy Safety (ES).
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Installation of under floor insulating foil causing two fatal casualties in six weeks
Energy Safety (ES) is extremely concerned to be advised of another fatal accident to a homeowner whilst carrying out the installation of under floor thermal insulating foil.
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Learning from accidents
Since 2001, Energy Safety has printed the "Summary of reported electrical and gas accidents" on an annual basis.
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Auckland low cost store audit blitz
In Mid June 2007, Energy Safety Officers in conjunction with Radio Spectrum Management Radio inspectors conducted 30 Audits of low cost retail outlet stores and their suppliers.
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Energy Safety client survey
The Survey Company conducted an online client survey on behalf of Energy Safety at the end of June.
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Working on live equipment and lines
A number of accidents reported to Energy Safety over the past few years involved the failure to use protective equipment when carrying out work on live lines and equipment.
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New Energy Safety website released
The new Energy Safety website has just gone live.
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Statistics on gas and electrical accidents reported to Energy Safety
Energy Safety is the government agency responsible for ensuring the safe supply and use of electricity and gas.
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Statistics on gas and electrical accidents reported
Energy Safety (ES) is the government agency responsible for ensuring the safe supply and use of electricity and gas.
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Energy Safety at ECANZ tradeshow
Energy Safety (ES) participated in the 2007 ECANZ tradeshow in Christchurch on 26 July 2007.
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Award for Energy Safety
On 11 July 2007 the Electrical Safety Organisation (ESO) awarded the Tom Leong Meritorious Award to Bill Lowe of Energy Safety for outstanding contributions to electrical safety.
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Electrical equipment forum
An Electrical Equipment Review Consultation Forum was held by the Electrical Regulatory Authorities Council (ERAC) in Auckland on August 30 2007.
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Carbon monoxide poisoning danger
Carbon monoxide poisoning is one of the most common causes of death associated to the use of gas appliances in New Zealand.
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Landlords' responsibilities for gas safety
Gas appliances and installations must be properly installed, regularly checked and properly maintained to avert possible disasters.
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Results of Energy Safety client survey 2007
An online client survey was conducted at the end of June 2007 by Energy Safety, with 20 percent of all clients participating. Of those respondents, 89 percent identified themselves as part of the electricity industry and 29 percent as part of the gas industry.
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Statistics on gas and electrical accidents reported to Energy Safety
One of the key functions of Energy Safety is to investigate reported electrical and gas accidents, with a view to improving safety through enforcement, changes to the regulatory regime and education.
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Statistics on gas and electrical accidents reported to Energy Safety
One of the key functions of Energy Safety is to investigate reported electrical and gas accidents, with a view to improving safety through enforcement, changes to the regulatory regime and education.
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Gas and electricity regulations update
In 2006, amendments were made to the Gas and Electricity Acts. Many of these require subsequent amendments to the existing regulations before they can come into effect.
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Energy safety inspecting electrical safety at caravan parks
Energy Safety (ES) is currently in the process of inspecting electrical installations at caravan parks to encourage compliance with electrical regulations.
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Ensure the protection and safety of your recreational vehicle
Motor home, caravans and other recreational vehicles (RVs) are a lifestyle option for many, but it is important to make sure the electrical installations operate safely.
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Keeping safe with electricity and gas this summer
Summer is here and homeowners and DIYers are starting to do some maintenance around their houses.
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Release of Gas and Electricity Safety Regulation Discussion Papers
Discussion papers on the proposed new gas safety regulations and electricity safety regulations will be released by the end of this week.
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Standards New Zealand meritorious award for staff member
Colin Murphy, Senior Technical Officer for Energy Safety, has been presented a meritorious service award by Standards New Zealand.
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Energy Safety holiday hours and services
Energy Safety will close at 5pm Monday 24 December for the Christmas Break.
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Statistics on gas and electrical accidents reported to Energy Safety
One of the key functions of Energy Safety is to investigate reported electrical and gas accidents, with a view to improving safety through enforcement, changes to the regulatory regime and education.
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Unsafe Christmas tree lights prohibited
Non-compliant and potentially dangerous Christmas tree light sets have been prohibited by Energy Safety from sale and use throughout New Zealand. These lights expose users to an electric shock and fire hazard.
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