Planning checklist
- Photograph labels with the normal board door open only when safe
- List circuits or appliances associated with tripping
- Do not remove switchboard covers
- Discuss planned appliances or renovations
Switchboard Upgrades
Safety Switch Installation and Upgrades in Melbourne
Understand safety-switch protection, testing and the assessment needed when upgrading a Melbourne home switchboard.
Quote — Safety switches
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Quick answer
Safety switches are designed to reduce electric-shock risk by disconnecting supply when leakage is detected. They perform a different job from circuit breakers and should be tested using their test button in line with current official guidance.
What to know before you book
A switchboard assessment identifies which circuits have safety-switch protection and whether the equipment and enclosure remain suitable.
Repeated tripping is information about a fault or connected equipment; repeatedly resetting without finding the cause is not a repair.
This service can suit
- Older boards with limited protection
- Renovations adding circuits
- Investigating frequent tripping
- Improving separation between household circuits
What shapes the quote
- Existing board type and condition
- Number and arrangement of circuits
- Space and enclosure requirements
- Testing, rectification and inspection needs
Frequently asked questions
Is a circuit breaker the same as a safety switch?
No. Circuit breakers primarily protect wiring from overcurrent; safety switches are designed to reduce electric-shock risk from current leakage.
What if a safety switch will not reset?
Leave it off if it will not safely reset, unplug affected appliances where safe, and arrange an electrical assessment. Do not bypass it.