Electrical installation work is governed by industry and a legal framework. The electricity industry in South Australia is governed by the Electricity Act 1996 and its associated regulations. In addition, there are standards used by the electricity industry in a variety of areas such as electrical installations and wiring rules.
Australian standard AS/NZS 3000 – Australian Wiring Rules provides guidance on electrical installations and wiring standards. Australian standard AS/NZS 5033 – Installation and safety requirements for photovoltaic (PV) arrays covers the general installation and safety requirements for photovoltaic (PV) arrays (eg wiring) and was amended in July 2012. For more information, see the Clean Energy Council’s summary of changes to AS/NZS 5033
The Electricity Act 1996 and its associated regulations provide a legislative framework to ensure that South Australian consumers have access to safe, reliable and quality electricity supply, as well as safe electrical installations in a competitive market.
The Electricity Act 1996 provides the Office of the Technical Regulator (OTR) with the authority to enforce the requirements of the legislation and its associated regulations.
SAPN Service & Installation Rules
You can find out whether your electrical equipment is safe by having someone carrying out suitable checks, such as an inspection andtesting.