Safety Tips

Simple safety checks for your gas appliances, cylinders and/or gas meter Check and inspect for signs of corrosion, damage or deterioration Make sure there is nothing flammable near your gas appliances Secure your gas cylinders and ensure they aren’t near any heat sources or ignition Ensure your gas cylinder valve is sealed when not in […]

KEEPING YOU SAFE – ELECTRICITY Use an electrician for your electrical work You aren’t licensed to make changes to your wiring, cables and switches, an electrician is By not using an electrician you could invalidate your insurance should something go wrong down the track By doing it yourself you risk getting an electrical shock or […]

APPLIANCES Keep them free from dust Dust can cause blockages in an appliance that relies on a fan to keep it cool Make sure you have space around your appliance if it uses a fan or releases air Larger appliances like your refrigerator have requirements for space around them for them to work properly Poor […]

Spikes and surges are caused by sudden increases in voltage in the electricity network. This can be caused by storms, accidents, lightning strikes or something as simple as turning an appliance on or off.  If there is storm activity in your area it is a good idea to turn off and unplug any sensitive equipment […]

Are lives and/or property in danger? CALL 000  Has your electricity or gas been interrupted? Are there powerlines down? To report fallen powerlines call 000 or Energex on 13 19 62.  Energex advises you stay at least 10 meters away from the fallen lines and to warn others about them.  Never touch downed powerlines they could still […]