Non-negotiable temporary power and lighting for worksites
On any New Zealand construction site, temporary power and lighting are not optional extras but critical safety systems. Industry professionals regularly emphasise that compliance with AS/NZS 3012 is non-negotiable.
“If site power is not supplied through a certified portable socket outlet assembly (PSOA), it is simply not compliant. That is why the pairing of the Lifeguard 6 and Lifeguard TPL temporary protected lighting has become vital on modern worksites,” says Mark Jackson, general manager.
Jackson says the Lifeguard 6 is purpose-built as a compliant PSOA, incorporating a 30mA RCD and overload circuit breaker within a high-impact, IP66-rated enclosure. It is engineered specifically for construction and demolition environments, not adapted from domestic equipment.
“In conditions where dust, moisture, and heavy loads are constant, that distinction matters. Importantly, these units are built to last. Many Lifeguard products remain in active service more than 20 years after manufacture – a testament to their durability and fully serviceable design,” he says.
Lighting is the other essential component of site safety. Reduced visibility increases risk, particularly in early-stage builds, stairwells, daylights saving and enclosed spaces.
The Lifeguard TPL chain lighting has been developed with a fully clear casing, allowing light to disperse in all directions and improve overall site visibility. Compact and LED-based, it removes the issue of fragile bulbs and eliminates the risk of broken glass onsite. Its patented cable technology and ability to daisy chain up to 250 metres make it both scalable and practical.
“Both products are designed and manufactured in New Zealand, competitively priced for the local market, and available for hire or purchase. Robust, repairable, and supported with parts on hand, the Lifeguard 6 and TPL combination delivers compliant power and dependable lighting – a pairing that strengthens safety on every construction site.”
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