Electrical work isn't a DIY job
Doing your own electrical work may look easy, but it’s extremely dangerous. There’s no grey area. Always hire a licensed electrician.
Electrical work isn’t a DIY job, even for small jobs such as changing power points or light switches. It takes years for someone to qualify as an electrician to do electrical work around your home, and doing it yourself isn’t worth the risk.
Doing unqualified electrical work isn't only extremely dangerous, it's also illegal.
Search our public register to find a qualified electrician to carry out electrical work around your home.
Choosing a licensed electrician
Like most other professions, electricians have different grades of license depending on the work they are qualified to do. Choose an electrician who shows their qualifications and areas of expertise in their advertising. Contact them and ask if they are licensed or registered to undertake the electrical work you need in Victoria. If they are, they will have an identification card endorsing them to carry out electrical work.
Farms and rural work sites
Two Victorians were killed in early 2016, both doing DIY electrical work on farms. These deaths were entirely preventable.
Energy Safe Victoria is concerned that farmers are cutting corners and doing work they are not qualified to do, and the results can be deadly.
Financial pressures can also mean that many farmers work long hours or potentially cut corners with maintenance. It’s simply not worth the risk when it comes to electricity.
Don’t risk your own safety or the safety of your workers – always call in a licensed electrician, no matter how remote you are or how small the job.
Further information
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