FAQ's

Safety switches have been compulsory for power circuits in all new Queensland homes since July 1992. This means many Queensland homes already have a safety switch installed which protects most of the power circuits. However, safety switches may be missing from homes built before that time. The switchboard is the best place to look for permanently installed safety switches. Safety switches can be easily identified— they are the ones with a ‘test’ or ‘T’ button.

From 1 January 2022, Dwellings being sold, leased or an existing leaserenewed must have interconnected photoelectric smoke alarms in every bedroom, in hallways, and on every level

Furthermore, these requirements will become mandatory for ALL dwellings in Queensland by 1st January 2027.

Test and Tag is a system where electricians will test electrical equipment in a workplace for faults ensuring it is safe to be used by employees. The electrician will then attach a tag to the piece of equipment stating the date it was tested and when the next test is due.

Surge protectors are designed to protect electrical devices from voltage spikes and safeguard your appliances and wiring from voltage surges such as those resulting from a lightning strike.

Safety switches and surge protectors play entirely different roles – surge protectors protect electrical appliances, safety switches protect people.

No. Many homes already have circuit breakers installed. However, circuit breakers only protect against overloading and short circuits. They do not prevent electrocution.

All RCDs are manufactured with a test button. Homeowners and tenants should press the test button every three months. Pushing the test button simulates an earth leakage fault and indicates whether or not the device is operating correctly. Electric clocks and timing devices may have to be reset after the test button has been pushed and the RCD turned back on.

We cater to customers throughout Bundaberg and the surrounding areas including but not limited to: Bundaberg, Bargara, Innes Park, Coral Cove, Elliott Heads, Burnett Heads, South Bingera, Childers, Moore Park, South Kolan, Yandaran, Bucca, Avondale, Rosedale and Gin Gin.

The team at Matt Farrell Electrical are always happy to answer your questions – no matter how simple they may seem.
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