Energy type:
Electricity
Event summary:
WorkSafe Energy Safety was notified of a structure fire that started within a washing machine. FENZ determined that it started at a low level at the base of the washing machine.
Accident ID:
190311-04
Accident date:
3 August 2019
Site:
Domestic
Environment:
Building
Voltage:
230
Equipment:
Washing machine
Accident type:
Fire
Casualty:
Non-fatality
Injury:
No injury
Property damage level:
Extended to multiple rooms
Outcome of investigation:
We met with the importer of the product and requested the documentation for the dryer in question. The documentation appeared to meet the requirements Electricity (Safety) Regulations 2010.
WorkSafe Energy Safety recorded the relevant information into our database and will monitor the make and model for further reference.
Proactive communications are on-going with the importer in regards to the safety their products.
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