Ensuring Electrical Safety in Your Home
Understanding Safety Switches and Compliance
Learn about the critical role of safety switches in protecting your home and ensuring compliance with Australian standards.
Legal Requirements for Safety Switches
Australian Standards for Safety Switches
In Australia, safety switches or Residual Current Devices (RCD’s), are a mandatory requirement in all new homes and in any property where electrical circuits are being altered or added. The Australian Standard AS/NZS 3000:2018 outlines the installation and testing requirements for safety switches, ensuring they provide effective protection against electrical shock and fire. Compliance with these standards is not only a legal obligation but also a crucial step in safeguarding lives and property.
Why is My Safety Switch Tripping?
Common Causes of Safety Switch Tripping
Safety switches are designed to protect you from electrical hazards by cutting off the power when a fault is detected. Here are the main reasons why your safety switch might be tripping:
- Faulty appliances or electrical equipment.
- Damaged wiring or electrical faults in the circuit
- Moisture in power points or electrical fittings
The most common appliances to cause a trip are kettles, Irons and septic tank or submersible pumps.
Steps to Restore Power After Safety Switch Trips
Step 1: Unplug All Appliances
Unplug all appliances from all power points. Simply turning them off is not enough; they must be unplugged. Don’t forget your septic pump if you have one.
Step 2: Switch On the Safety Switch
Once all appliances are unplugged, try to switch your safety switch on.
Step 3: Plug in Appliances One by One
If the safety switch stays on, start plugging in your appliances one by one. If the safety switch trips, it is most likely due to the appliance you just plugged in.
Step 3: If The Power Won't Restore, Give Us A Call
Call Us now on 0428 232 683 and we’ll get your power going ASAP.