191Performing electrical installation work for domestic residences

191 Performing electrical installation work for domestic residences and residential premises (1) This regulation applies to electrical work on an electrical installation in a domestic residence or residential premises that occurs on or after 1 July 2026. (2) A person must not perform electrical work on the electrical installation unless: (a) an approved safety switch is installed as required by this Division; or (b) if an approved safety switch is not installed as required by this Division: (i) an approved safety switch is installed as required by this Division before the other work begins; or

Electrical Safety Regulations 2024 117 (ii) the work consists of the connection of the residence to a source of electricity; or (iii) the work must be performed without delay because of an emergency, to prevent an emergency from happening or for safety reasons.