5 September 2017
When should you install an RCD?
An RCD (Residual Current Device) or Safety Switch is an essential part of our homes and workplaces but where and when should they be installed?
RCD’s save lives and prevent injury every day by detecting slight imbalances in electrical current. These occur when there is an electrical fault in an appliance, switch or wiring that affects the power, the RCD then disengages the power supply in under 30 milliseconds.
An RCD needs to be installed when:
- Building a new home
- Purchasing an established property
- Renting out a property
- Working in the manufacturing industry – all socket outlets not more than 20A and socket outlets used for specified electrical equipment
- Working in an office – RCD protection must be supplied and tested or inspection and testing of specified electrical equipment must be performed.
- Working in the service industry – RCD protection must be supplied and tested or inspection and testing of specified electrical equipment must be performed.
- Working in the amusement industry – for all electrical equipment
- Working in the rural industry – RCD protection must be supplied and tested or inspection and testing of specified electrical equipment must be performed.
Regulations vary slightly from state to state so our electricians advise checking with your state government as to specific requirements for your area or contacting Fallon Services if you are in Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Logan or Ipswich where our accredited Master Electricians can advise you directly.
For more information on when an RCD installation is required.
To contact our accredited Master Electricians in Brisbane.
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