When we think of electrical safety, we often picture PPE, lockout tags, and test equipment. But one of the most critical safety controls isn’t a physical tool. It’s effective supervision apprentice electricians. From 1 September 2025, new requirements for the supervision of apprentice electricians took effect under Section 39 of the Electricity Safety Act 1998
The world of work is shifting, and WHS jobs are no exception. What once defined a “good safety role” has changed dramatically. It is no longer just about compliance or ticking the right boxes. Today’s professionals are looking for careers that feel purposeful, flexible, and future-ready. At the same time, organisations are under pressure to
By Ken McConnell, Senior Account Manager of Safety People After decades working across multiple industries, I’ve learned that equipment faults or missed procedures don’t cause some of the most damaging safety failures. They come down to one deceptively simple issue: no one knew who was responsible. Having supported safety strategy across complex, multi-site operations and
