Everything you need to know about switchboard upgrades
Having your electrical wiring, safety switches and lighting regularly inspected is important when determining if you will need a switchboard upgrade.
Protecting your workplace, staff and customers is vital and replacing old and outdated electrical wiring and completing a switchboard upgrade can give you peace of mind as you begin putting more load on your network.
Electricity networks need to be tested regularly by qualified and licensed electricians and upgraded over time as loads increase and new machinery, tools, hardware or fitouts dictate a switchboard upgrade to make your workplace run safely and efficiently.
Do I need a switchboard upgrade?
It depends how old your current one is and its workload. New appliances like fridges and air-conditioners or electrical machinery can all draw more energy from your network and depending on how it is placed to handle it you may need a switchboard upgrade. They are designed to supply and cut off electricity supply when changes in current are detected by safety switches and if those changes are occurring often you may find productivity reducing dramatically or safety hazards being created.
If you think about your commercial setting as an old home built 30-40 years ago, it won’t have the same safety features and electrical wiring that a new home has. The same with your office, warehouse or factory. Read how wiring increases the risk of fire.
Older fuse boxes may also contain an asbestos panel which is hazardous and can only be removed by a licensed expert. If you don’t opt for a switchboard upgrade to maintain a safe network, you could be risking the safety of your staff and customers and make your workplace susceptible to faults or fires.
Signs you need a switchboard upgrade
In a large commercial setting, it may not be as obvious as a smaller home office with lights that flicker and kettles that set off safety switches. So it’s best to have your electrical wiring and safety switches regularly inspected by licensed experts. An electrical audit will review everything from electrical hazards, risk assessments, reviews of earthing and lighting protections systems, shutdown procedures and documentation. See what’s involved with an electrical audit and report. Many workplaces renovate and create additional demand on their network and there are regulations that need to be followed when completing electrical tasks.
At Network Electrical Solutions, we have a team of experienced experts with years of experience in switchboard upgrades in Canberra and surrounding areas. We can provide assessments, perform electrical audits and ensure compliance. So please give our team a call today on (02) 6260 1644 to have a chat about all your electrical needs.