Edgar Electrical

05/03/2026

Every year in Queensland, around 70 children end up in the emergency department because of electrical injuries, and more than a third are under five years.

Protect your children from electric shocks and burns with these simple fixes around the home:

• Install and regularly test safety switches.
• Replace damaged outlets, switches or frayed leads.
• Install dummy plugs on all power points and power boards.
• Avoid overloading outlets.
• Keep electrical items away from baths and sinks.
• Keep cords and leads out of children’s reach.
• Teach older children how to plug and unplug safely.
• Choose electrical items with the Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM).
• Always use a licensed electrician.

15/01/2026

Did you know bare feet and wet skin lower your body’s electrical resistance?

The effects of an electrical shock on a person in or near water are far more severe than in other places.

Even a small voltage can result in loss of muscle control and cause drowning.

Extreme care should be taken with electrical equipment and appliances near water.

A few simple checks can prevent a serious injury:
✔ Keep extension leads, cords or electrical appliances out of the water.
✔ Ensure pumps, lights and equipment are properly installed.
✔ Have regular maintenance completed by a licensed electrical worker.
✔ Check underwater lights regularly for cracks or faulty seals.

Stay safe and alert around electricity and water. Learn more here:
https://www.electricalsafety.qld.gov.au/electrical-safety-home/electricity-around-water

26/11/2025

Stay electrically safe during Black Friday sales.

With so many gadgets on sale, from air fryers to power tools, it’s easy to get swept up in the excitement.

But before you hit ‘add to cart’, always look for the Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM). It means the product has been tested, is compliant, and meets Australian safety standards.

Products without the RCM could cause electric shock, fire, injury, or worse.

31/07/2025

What to do if lithium-ion batteries (LiB) catch fire.

Lithium-ion-batteries are found in so many products these days from e-bikes to drones, remote control cars to power tools and more.

So, it’s important to know what to do if your LiB device has smoke coming from it or is on fire.

You should:
📞Safely evacuate the area and then call 000 immediately!
😷Don’t breathe the air around the battery or device – it most likely contains toxic vapours
⚠❌Don’t touch a damaged device or battery as you could receive severe burns.

For more information visit: //www.fire.qld.gov.au/safety-education/battery-and-charging-safety/lithium-ion-battery-safety

30/04/2025

06/01/2025

Check out our new website https://edgarelectrical.com

08/02/2023

Test your safety switches every 3 months to make sure they’re working correctly.

Safety switches reduce the risk of an electric shock if there’s a fault in your electrical wiring or electrical equipment.

For more information on testing your safety switches, check out our website: https://www.electricalsafety.qld.gov.au/electrical-safety-home/safety-switches

18/08/2022

It's fitout week for this big one. it's been in the pipework for awhile now but it won't be long before the lights are on 💡

28/07/2022

Another one bites the dust. custom designed to the owners needs and demands, this 10.5 Kw system is spread across the main residence and the shed, pointing North for all year round efficient 👌

12/10/2021

Some garden inspo from one of our recent jobs. lighting custom made by Edgar Electrical and powder coated by Simplicity Coatings Pty LTD . Also included is the very discreet weatherproof GPO, no more extension leads🙌

10/08/2021

Here's some of what we've been up to at Edgar Electrical over the past few weeks. thanks to all our customers for your business and patience over this very busy time. 😊