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Inside the Distribution Board: Understanding What Powers Your Home in South Africa

ByDaniel Ockert De Klerk

Your home’s electrical distribution board (DB) is the heart of your electrical system. It safely distributes electricity from the utility supply to every plug, light, and appliance. Here’s how it works, what each part does, and why regular safety checks matter. How Electricity Flows Through Your Home Simplified Home Distribution Board Diagram What Each DB…

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Power Trip: Navigating the Legal Minefield of Electrical Installations in South Africa

ByDaniel Ockert De Klerk

Part 3: Staying Safe – A Real-World Guide to Electrical Compliance Introduction In the first two parts of this series, we unpacked the laws that govern South Africa’s electrical systems and the harsh realities of ignoring them. Now, let’s shift gears and focus on the bright side: the practical steps you can take to ensure…