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International: +61 7 3282 0647
Email: sales@voltsafety.com.au
Electrical Hazard (EH) boots are designed to act as a barrier between you and the ground, helping reduce the risk of electric shock in the event of accidental contact with live electrical sources. Unlike standard safety boots, EH-rated footwear: They are most effective in unexpected contact scenarios, not planned exposure to live systems. Do Electrical … Read more
A Practical Guide for Electrical Safety If you work around electrical equipment, machinery, or industrial systems, you may have heard the term Lockout Tagout. However, many workers still ask the same question: what is Lockout Tagout and why is it so important? Lockout Tagout (often shortened to LOTO) is a safety procedure used to ensure … Read more
If you work in electrical environments, you’ve likely heard the term — but what are electrical gloves, and why do they matter? Electrical gloves (also called electrical insulating gloves, insulated gloves, dielectric gloves, rubber insulating gloves, low-voltage gloves, or electrical safety gloves) protect workers from electric shock when they work on or near live electrical … Read more
(And Why It’s One of the Most Misunderstood Electrical Hazards) Arc flash is often talked about, rarely understood, and frequently underestimated. Many serious electrical incidents don’t occur because workers are careless — they occur because arc flash behaves very differently to what people expect. It doesn’t require high voltage, it gives no warning, and by … Read more
The growth of Electric and Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (EVs and PHEVs) across Australia has transformed how workshops, emergency services, and fleets operate. With voltages regularly reaching 400–800 volts, and in some systems higher, the risks in these environments are fundamentally different from those in traditional automotive work. Where a conventional vehicle poses mainly mechanical … Read more
Australia’s climate can be tough—especially for tradies working outdoors or in hot, confined spaces. As spring heats up and summer approaches, it’s important for every tradesperson to understand the risks and benefits around hydration—not just for work, but for life beyond the jobsite. What is Dehydration? Dehydration occurs when you lose more fluids than you … Read more
1. What is a Low Voltage Rescue Kit? An LVR kit is a crucial safety toolkit designed to enable a trained safety observer to assist workers who suffer an electric shock from low-voltage (LV) electrical equipment—typically up to 1,000 V AC or 1,500 V DC. Its goal is to allow a rescuer to act quickly and safely, … Read more
Why Companies Embroider Uniforms Why Regular Thread is Unsafe Fire-Resistant Thread Options Key Australian Standards Best Practice for Safe Embroidery Conclusion Embroidery on safety clothing is more than branding — it’s a safety decision. Using the right thread ensures compliance, durability, and protection. Volt Safety provides embroidery using certified fire-resistant threads, so your garments meet … Read more
Introduction Working on or near live electrical equipment in Australia requires certified personal protective equipment. Your first line of defence? Insulated gloves.But with so many different classes — from Class 00 to Class 4 — it’s not always clear which one you need. This guide breaks it down to help you stay safe, compliant, and … Read more
When it comes to electrical safety, the type of lockout padlock you use matters. Both non-conductive nylon shank and chrome-plated steel shank padlocks — are available and each designed for specific situations. So what’s the difference, and when should you use one over the other? Understanding the Difference Non-Conductive Nylon Shank Padlocks Chrome-Plated Steel Shank … Read more