This year’s in-person and livestreamed summit will bring together industry leaders and safety experts to share insights on safety culture and discuss current and emerging issues impacting the electrical industry.
Hear from Theo Venter, a former electrician who survived 22,000 volts and 1,200 amps through the heart, will share his personal story and perspective on the importance of safety.
Whether you attend in person or online, this event offers a unique opportunity to learn from industry leaders, stay informed about important safety issues and contribute to conversations that help shape a safer industry.
| Date: | Wednesday 2 September 2026 |
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| Time: | 6:30am – 9:00am (in-person) |
| 7:00am – 9:00am (livestream) | |
| Location: | The Greek Club, 29 Edmondstone Street, South Brisbane, 4101 |
| Cost: | In-person attendance - $50 (includes a hot plated breakfast) |
| Online attendance - Free |
Program
| 6.30am | Registration, tea and coffee, networking (in-person attendees) |
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| 6.45am | Hot-plated breakfast served |
| 7.00am | MC welcome (livestream commences) Belinda Watton |
| 7.05am | Opening address |
| 7.10am | Electricity doesn't forgive: Lessons in safety and responsibility Keith McKenzie, Commissioner for Electrical Safety |
| 7.20am | Working together to improve electrical safety outcomes Rob Wicks, Executive Director, Electrical Safety Office |
| 7.35am | Industry case study |
| 7.50am | Just another day Theo Ventor, former electrician who survived 22,000 volts and 1,200 amps through the heart while working on a transmission pole |
| 8.50am | Panel session (Q&A) All speakers |
| 9.00pm | MC and event close |