Update
Minimum housing standards came into effect for new tenancies (including renewed tenancy agreements) from 1 September 2023 and for all remaining tenancies from 1 September 2024.
The Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA) has teamed with the Electrical Safety Office (ESO) to provide critical information and electrical safety tips for owners, managers and tenants. Under Queensland laws, both property owners and tenants have responsibilities for electrical safety in a rental property. Learn practical information for safety switches and what to do if the circuit breaker is tripped.
Topics include:
- Safety switches
- Electrical safety compliance
- Tingles and shocks
- DIY electrical work
- Checking electrical appliances
- Helpful information
Note: While the RTA makes every reasonable effort to ensure that information on this website is accurate at the time of publication, changes in circumstances after publication may impact on the accuracy of material. This disclaimer is in addition to and does not limit the application of the Residential Tenancies Authority website disclaimer.