Energy Safe Victoria

Energy Safe Victoria’s regulatory powers to improve energy safety for Victorians have been strengthened with changes to the Electricity Safety Act 1998, the Gas Safety Act 1997 and the Pipelines Act 2

A major electricity company has been convicted of failing to manage vegetation around thousands of powerlines across Victoria, with a court finding the consequences could have been disastrous.

Potentially deadly carbon monoxide was found inside a Port Fairy home after a heater was serviced by a senior employee of the manufacturer who had no gas qualifications.

From 5 April 2024, licensed electrical inspectors (LEIs) will need to hold a new Renewable Energy (RE) Class licence to be able to inspect electricity generation systems.

Energy Safe Victoria has recommended ways for Jemena to improve its network safety and reduce fire risks, after comprehensively reviewing the electricity company’s wood pole management practices.

A gasfitter has been fined after a court found his actions at a Melbourne home posed a potential risk to both the resident and the community.

Spotters can now access the portal to update and maintain their own address and contact details.

Energy Safe Victoria and Solar Victoria have launched the 'Show Your Solar Some Love' campaign to highlight the benefits of well-maintained solar PV systems while avoiding safety risks such as fire.

Energy Safe Victoria is investigating the factors that contributed to the collapse of six transmission towers at Anakie on 13 February 2024. Our inspectors were on site on 14 February 2024.