Always be careful when buying electrical equipment online because some of
the products for sale on the internet do not meet Australian safety standards. This
brochure explains what to look for when buying electrical equipment from
overseas or online sellers.
Fee Schedule for Equipment Safety
Please find our fee schedule here
Definitions of equipment classes
Review the list of prescribed electrical equipment here
Equipment Approvals Database
In the interest of safety, the Electrical Regulatory Authority in each State
and Territory of Australia administers uniform regulations aimed at preventing
the sale of unsafe electrical equipment.
The approval of electrical equipment in Victoria is undertaken by ESV
through the Approvals Database.
You can access the Approvals Database here.
The links below provide information on how to use the Approvals Database:
- Approvals
Database Manual - English
- Electrical
equipment safety applicant guidelines for applying for electrical
equipment safety approvals.
Recognised approval numbers in Australia
Prescribed electrical products should have an RCM on the
appliance. Alternatively, other markings can show that a purchase has been
certified. Recognised approval numbers in Australia can be seen on this fact
sheet.
Sale and supply of second-hand appliances
If you are selling or supplying second-hand electrical appliances or
equipment you must make certain information available to prospective buyers.
Find out more information here.
Energy efficient labels
Find
out which electrical appliances must have an energy efficiency label, and how
to apply for approval here: Obtaining energy efficiency labels. For more
details please visit our website allindiayellowpage.com