3 April 2018
DIY warning signs required for electrical equipment
From 1 July 2011 retailers/wholesalers who are selling particular types of electrical equipment in Queensland must display the new DIY warning signs.
This new initiative aims to address issues that arise from unlicensed- DIY electrical work and the associated electrical safety issues.
What types of items do the DIY warning sign requirements apply to?
It is a requirement that the signage applies to any equipment that must be installed by a licensed electrician under the “Electrical Safety Act 2000”
Types of equipment that require DIY signage include:
- Fixed-wired electrical equipment such as air conditioners, stoves, ovens, electric hot water systems, ceiling fans, light fittings
- Electrical accessories like socket outlets, light switches, electrical cable, wall switches, plugs, cord, extension sockets
- Electrical parts including electrical motors, switches, solenoids, elements
What does the DIY electrical signage look like?
Below is an example of the DIY electrical signage:
How does the warning signage need to be displayed?
As many different items are displayed according to their environments, five different display options have been drafted including:
- In close proximity to the point of display of the item
- As part of the price tag of the item
- On a label attached to the packaging of the item
- As part of the packaging of the item
- On a label attached to the item
Specific guidelines also apply to online selling, online auctions and locations where there may be a number of signs required.
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