REGULATORY & LICENSING

Technical Regulation

The Authority now performs the technical regulatory functions under the NEA Act 2021. The regulatory functions includes,

a. Standard Compliance

• Administer electrical standards
• Administer the PNG Trade Circular
•  Follow Australia and New Zealand Wiring Rules

b. Safety

• Check and ensure all electrical appliances are safe to use
• Ensure electricity is user friendly

c. Licensing

•  Administer license processing of all electricians, electrical installation inspectors and electrical contractors in PNG
•  Coordinate and conduct electrical license examinations

 d. Investigations

• Fires
• Electrocutions – fatal or non-fatal
• Power surge – blown appliances

e. Inspections

Ensure all types of wires, cables, appliances, fittings, meters, apparatus, or any material used in a connection to any electrical installation is approved by the Authority