How do I get a safety switch?

Electrical work is never a do-it-yourself job! That’s dangerous and illegal.

Only a licensed electrical contractor can install a safety switch.

Contact:

• Yellow Pages (non-Queensland Government link)
• Electrical and Communications Association Queensland (non-Queensland Government link) on 1300 657 488
• Energex (non-Queensland Government link) on 13 12 53
Check if your electrician is licensed with the Electrical Safety Office to perform this type of work.

What about lighting?

Retrospectively fitting safety switches on existing lighting circuits is not compulsory but will increase your family’s safety.

Consider at least a portable safety switch if you are using decorative lights.

Decorative lighting safety hints - brochure (PDF, 557 KB)