Body Protected Electrical Areas in Townsville
GAP Industries North Queensland delivers certified electrical services for body and cardiac protected areas across hospitals, clinics and medical facilities.
We ensure all installations meet AS/NZS 3003 standards, with full compliance for patient safety and regulatory audits.
Our licensed electricians have extensive experience delivering hospital-grade testing and installations across North Queensland.
We support new builds, upgrades and compliance testing for general practices, surgical suites, aged care facilities and day procedure clinics.
What Are Body and Cardiac Protected Areas?
Body protected areas are spaces where patients are likely to come into contact with medical equipment. Cardiac protected areas go further, involving higher-risk procedures like ECGs, defibrillation or invasive monitoring. Both require strict electrical safety controls.
We design and maintain electrical systems for healthcare and medical sites, including:
- Low-leakage circuits and safety switches
- Equipotential bonding systems
- Isolated power supplies for cardiac areas
- Socket outlets with protective configurations
- Regular RCD and insulation resistance testing
Our work aligns with the latest electrical standards and healthcare guidelines to reduce risk and ensure safe operations.
What’s Included in a Body Protected Installation?
Every medical environment is different. We tailor installations to the room type, equipment load and risk category:
Our electricians understand the clinical context.
We schedule works to minimise disruption and ensure continuity of patient care.
Compliance Testing and Certification
GAP Industries NQ performs comprehensive electrical testing for medical-grade environments.
- This includes routine checks and post-installation verifications:
- Earth continuity and fault loop testing
- Insulation resistance and leakage current measurement
- Visual inspections of enclosures, bonding and clearances
- Compliance reports and tagging
These services help healthcare facilities stay aligned with Queensland Health regulations and Australian Standards.
24/7 Emergency Services for Body Protected Electrical Areas
For after-hours faults or urgent repairs in Body Protected Electrical Areas, our team is available 24/7 across Townsville.
We respond fast to keep critical environments safe and fully operational.
Call our emergency line anytime, a licensed electrician will assess the issue and restore compliance quickly.
Fast, Certified & Safe: Why Townsville Clients Trust Us
Fully licensed and insured electricians
ISO 9001 certified systems and processes
Local team with fast response times
Experienced across residential, commercial and industrial settings
Fair pricing and easy job updates
Trusted by property managers, builders and businesses in Townsville
Need Emergency Repairs or an Ergon Defect Notice?
We’re licensed to assist with Ergon Defect Notices.
If Ergon Energy has flagged an issue related to your switchboard, our certified team can carry out the necessary repairs, restore compliance and safely reinstate your power.
What to Expect When You Book
- We assess your Body Protected Electrical Area and provide a clear, upfront quote.
- We schedule the upgrade at a time that suits you.
- We carry out the upgrade safely, efficiently and to code.
- You receive a compliance certificate and peace of mind.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is a body protected electrical area?
A body protected area is a space in a medical facility where patients may come into direct contact with electrical equipment. These areas require specific protective measures under AS/NZS 3003 to reduce the risk of electric shock.
What’s the difference between body and cardiac protected areas?
Cardiac protected areas involve higher-risk procedures that affect the heart, such as defibrillation or monitoring. They require additional safety controls like isolated power supply and specific earthing systems, beyond those used in body protected areas.
How often should electrical testing be done in medical rooms?
Testing should be carried out annually or as required by state regulations. GAP Industries NQ provides tailored testing schedules and certification to help facilities remain compliant.
Can you upgrade existing medical rooms to meet current standards?
Yes. We inspect existing installations and provide upgrade plans to bring them up to AS/NZS 3003 standards. This includes modifying circuits, upgrading fittings and re-testing.
Do you install electrical systems in new healthcare builds?
Absolutely. We work with builders and architects to integrate compliant medical electrical systems during new construction projects, ensuring future-ready infrastructure.
What sectors do you support?
We serve general practices, dental clinics, day procedure centres, aged care facilities, and larger hospital environments throughout North Queensland.