Electricity safety in the home

Find out about ensuring your home is wired correctly, using and maintaining appliances safely and your responsibilities as a landlord.

Appliance safety in the home

Use and maintain electrical appliances safely around your home.

Electricity efficiency and the home

Look for the energy efficiency label to help you select household electrical equipment purchases.

How safe is your home’s wiring?

Make sure your home is safe – arrange for an electrical Home Safety Inspection of the property’s electrical installation if your property is 25 year-old or more, or if you have any doubts about the condition of the electrical wiring.

Switches, leads and power points

Use these simple tips for using and maintaining electrical switches, leads and power points in good working order and making your home safe.

Water and electricity

Water and electricity do not mix. Use these simple tips for ensuring that electrical appliances are used safely near water.

Maintaining electrical appliances and equipment

Use these simple tips for keeping electrical appliances and equipment in good working order and making your home safe.

Landlord and property manager responsibilities

Find out about your electricity safety responsibilities as the landlord or manager of a property.