PowerLogic Blog
Electric Shock Investigations – Part 1
Electric shock and arc flash incidents continue to pose a grave concern in the electrical industry, despite the prohibition of ‘live’ electrical work by legislation.
Scientific Method
When we conduct an electric shock investigation, we should be following the Scientific Method. This is where we make an observation, form a hypothesis, test
Electrical Incidents and Prosecutions (Sept – Nov 2023)
Electrical incidents and prosecutions we were made aware of since our last newsletter are summarised below. Employers and workers are encouraged to ensure all legal
Working De-Energised
I continue to ‘rabbit on’ about no working ‘live’ and this important topic keeps popping every day. Today’s two reminders were:1. I was tidying up
WA Mines Electrical Safety Conference
PowerLogic was the proud conference partner at the recent WA Mines Electrical Safety Conference in WA. It was great to hear/see all the presentations and
Climbing Power Poles
Climbing power poles can be dangerous business. Not only is there the risks posed by the electricity but there is also the risk of falling
RCDs/RCBOs – Common Issues and Misconceptions
There is some lack of understanding of RCD protection issues as seen on Facebook and during PowerLogic talks with electrical workers. Some of the common
Electrical Incidents and Prosecutions (June – August 2023)
Electrical incidents and prosecutions we were made aware of since our last newsletter are summarised below. Employers and workers are encouraged to ensure all legal
Miniature and Moulded Case Circuit Breakers
Closing a circuit breaker after a trip can have devastating effects and result in serious injuries. If the automatic operation of a circuit breaker was
Electrical Incidents and Prosecutions (Dec 2022 – June 2023)
Electrical incidents and prosecutions we were made aware of since our last newsletter are summarised below. Employers and workers are encouraged to ensure all legal