Data cabling in your home should be considered when installing new computer, telephone and general security systems. Whether it’s a simple upgrade, a home renovation or a new home, a registered data cabler will be able to advise you on the best design and installation that will suit your needs.

As with any other professional you may consult, it is good to do your homework first and verify that your cabler has the appropriate training. Anyone who works on data, optical-fibre, co-axial, underground or aerial cabling needs have completed the appropriate training and be registered by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA). Not all electricians will have this registration, as it requires additional training via a RTO. Faulty cabling has been known to increase the risk of safety hazards in the home.

You can check if they are registered for data cabling by checking the registers on the websites of registrars accredited by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA).