Principle functions of Electricity Standards and Safety (ESS) are:

• monitoring standards of electrical work through the inspection of electrical work
• auditing of recording, notification and certification of electrical work by electrical practitioners and contractors
• management of the Electrical Safety Inspection Service for the inspection of electrical work
• approving the sale of prescribed electrical articles
• investigating complaints and incidents involving electrical appliances and equipment
• the investigation of electric shocks and accidents
• promoting electrical safety to industry and the community.