Energy Safe Victoria

Hitting ‘snooze’ on this reminder could cost you more than you realise.

Gas heaters need to be serviced once every two years by a qualified gasfitter to make sure they’re working safely.

An unserviced gas heater can degrade and leak deadly carbon monoxide – a silent, odorless and tasteless gas which can quickly pool inside your home… and kill.

A qualified gas service can stop the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning before it kills.

For more on how to heat your home safely with gas 👉 go.vic.gov.au/4b3zcJo

Before you go to sleep, hit the ‘off’ switch on heated blankets this winter 🔥😴

Invisible electrical faults or damage to cords can cause overheating – risking fire while you sleep.

✅ Pre-heat your electric blanket before going to bed – then hit the ‘off’ switch when you turn the lights out.

✅ Check cords before use. Don’t risk electrical danger to you and your family if you see damage.

✅ Replace damaged electric blanket cords and controls or get them repaired by a licensed repair-person.

Enjoy a warmer winter without risk.

Learn more 👉 go.vic.gov.au/4c6RLu7

As winter creeps in, be sure you’re not inviting danger into your home.

✅ Before you use gas appliances (like heaters) make sure they’ve been serviced in the last two years by a qualified gasfitter.

✅ Before you use your electric blanket, make sure no cords are frayed or damaged. Don’t leave it on all night and turn it off when it’s not in use.

✅ Before you plug electronics like heated blankets and electric heaters into powerboards, make sure you’re not overloading the board with too many plugs. Make sure the powerboard has a safety switch, and that it’s in good condition before use.

✅ Before you use your outdoor gas patio heater, make sure it’s outside in a well ventilated location. Never use these indoors.

Stay safe when staying warm.

Learn more about energy safety during the cooler months 👉 go.vic.gov.au/4tJ7Y2m

A new set of eyes in the sky will soon help our teams work more safely, efficiently and effectively in the field 👀

Our Regulatory Operations team recently completed intensive drone training with a Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) certified training partner, building a capability that will transform the way inspections, investigations and incident response are conducted in the field.

The 5-day program combined classroom learning, practical flying experience and formal assessment, giving our team the knowledge and skills required to safely operate drones in a regulatory environment.

This capability will help us to:
✅ collect evidence while maintaining safe distances from potentially hazardous assets.
✅ capture fire patterns as soon as practicably possible to establish where, how and why a fire started
✅ streamline investigations by giving our teams greater flexibility in the field

As the use of drone technology becomes increasingly common across the energy sector, we look forward to how this capability can help improve energy safety outcomes across Victoria.

📍Cherry Lake Reserve, Altona

This week at , we joined industry experts for an energising safety conversation ⚡

Nathan Bitsas (Head of Electrical Network Safety) hosted a roundtable discussion about ‘taking a precautionary approach to risk mitigation (complying with OHS and energy safety laws)’ as part of the Machines & HV Assets 2026 conference.

Nathan explored the importance of understanding and complying with general duties obligations, and how proactive risk management, accountability, and strong safety culture remains paramount across the energy sector.

📍 Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung country

We’re wrapping up an energising few days at Australian Energy Week ⚡

This week our team joined industry at the Melbourne Exhibition and Convention Centre to talk all things energy safety – from electrical infrastructure to future industry trends which may impact safety considerations for Victoria’s energy landscape.

We thank all who stopped by to connect with us this week 👏​

📍 Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung country

Catch us at this week! ⚡​📅

Until Thursday, connect with our team at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC), where we’ll be situated on the convention floor (right next to the coffee station) to talk all things energy safety with you.

Open to industry, the Australian Energy Week conference floor is your opportunity to chat with Victoria’s energy, gas and pipelines regulator.
Learn more here 👉 energyweek.com.au

See you soon! 👋

We were pleased to shine a light on solar safety recently at the 2026 SEIA VIC Conference at Cape Schanck ☀️⚡

Energy Safe’s Sandy (Solar and Domestic Systems Manager) and Scott (Solar and Domestic Compliance Officer) shared insights with more than 100 renewable energy installers on technical topics including:

☀️ safe isolation of installations with multiple energy supplies
☀️ cable sizing for battery installations
☀️ industry guidance and compliance requirements
☀️ key learnings from recent enforcement outcomes relating to unsafe battery installs.

As the Solar Energies Industries Association Victoria celebrates 40 years of supporting the sector, we were proud to be amongst passionate industry professionals committed to energy safety.