Working on construction sites
The Electrical Safety Regulation 2002 (PDF, 1 MB) requires electrical contractors to comply with AS/NZS 3012 Electrical installations - Construction and demolition sites (non-Queensland Government link) for construction work.
Sub-standard ‘temporary’ electrical installations on construction and demolition sites are unlawful.
The law affects six areas:
Construction wiring
With certain exceptions, construction wiring must comply with AS/NZS 3000 Electrical Installations
Flexible cords, cord extension sets, flexible cables and accessories
What's not acceptable, such as using coiled or reeled leads, or no safety switch protection to the leads
Lighting and luminaries
What's not acceptable, such as temporary lighting not fitted with a mechanical guard, in an area where the light could be damaged
Inspection and testing
What the standards require, such as visual inspection and testing of construction wiring switchboards every six months
Relocatable construction premises and other electrical equipment on site
Electrical installation must comply with AS/NZS 3000 Electrical installations or AS/NZS 3001 Electrical installations - Relocatable premises (including caravans and tents) and their site installations and more requirements
Last updated 22 July 2009
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