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Worried about battery safety? You’re not alone. As more Aussie homes turn to solar and battery storage, questions around fire risk and safe installation are becoming more common. In this blog, we break down the facts, cutting through media noise to explain what really matters when it comes to battery safety. From fire prevention to compliance with Australian Standards, here’s what you need to know to make confident, informed choices for your home energy system.

Comparison between REC Alpha Pure R solar panels and Sumec Phono Helios Clear panels. Both panels contain HJT technology.

The Queensland government requires new (or upgraded) solar systems with total inverter capacity of 10kW and above to have an “Emergency Backstop” device installed. The device allows Ergon/Energex to turn off solar systems in an emergency, to prevent damage to the network. This will add a small extra cost to a solar installation and also mean that the systems may be turned off when/if Ergon sees the need. Why? The purpose of the backstop (AKA a Generation Signalling Device (G