Michael Moynihan (Cork North West, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

This a commonsensical regulation. I was going to say it would not set the world alight. There have been accidents. All kinds of electrical work were done in the early days, but people are now conscious of the dangers of electricity. RECI and others have been serious about their business. This regulation must be welcomed and I have no difficulty with it.

The regulation deals predominantly with family homes and so forth, but a great deal of work that is not 100% kosher is done in businesses and on farms. In recent months, we have dealt with the CER in respect of safety and other issues. I thank it for its co-operation. Safety is paramount. In the past few days, I have seen incidents in homes and at workplaces that led to serious injuries. We cannot be too vigilant. I commend the regulation to the committee.