South Africa’s Electrical Safety Association
Safehouse brings together electrical industry businesses committed to safer, compliant products and responsible industry practices.
We support manufacturers, importers, retailers, wholesalers and other industry participants through technical guidance, self-regulation support and industry representation.
The Safehouse Mark identifies a business as a Safehouse member committed to electrical product safety, compliance and accountability.
The Mark does not replace NRCS approval, SABS certification or any product-specific documentation. It shows that the company behind the product has made a public commitment to responsible industry practices.
What we do for our members:
Support
Discounted rates on professional testing
and advice services with in-house technical
support free of charge.
Self-regulation Guidance
We facilitate every aspect of your journey to
self-regulate.
Solving Problems
We work with industry bodies to lobby
government to address issues that affect the
prosperity of our member’s organisations.
Exposure
Promotion of your brand to the industry and our
customer bases, which include end consumers,
contractors, developers and insurers.
Industry Surveillance
We survey the industry on your behalf and act as
your contact point for any safety & compliance
issues you’d like us to investigate further.
Safety Mark
We allow members to carry the Safehouse mark
on all product packaging, positioning your
products as worthy of the highest safety
recognition in South Africa.
Code of conduct
The Safehouse code of conduct is a representation of our deepest principles. All Safehouse members have to adhere strictly to the code, and are encouraged to revisit the document regularly. It forms the basis for our commitments to ethical and professional conduct in the marketplace.
Looking for Safer Electrical Products?
The Safehouse Member Directory helps consumers and businesses find manufacturers, importers, retailers and wholesalers committed to supplying safer, compliant electrical products.
Our vision
A South Africa where every electrical product is compliant and safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Safehouse?
Safehouse is a voluntary electrical safety association made up of industry experts and businesses committed to safer electrical products in South Africa.
2. What does the Safehouse Mark mean?
The Safehouse Mark identifies a Safehouse member committed to product safety, compliance and accountability. It does not replace official approvals or certifications.
3. What support does Safehouse provide to members?
Safehouse provides guidance on applicable standards, specifications, LOA requirements, self-regulation and other matters affecting electrical product compliance.
4. How can I become a Safehouse member?
Businesses can apply through the Safehouse Membership page. Applications are reviewed before the business is approved and onboarded.
5. Where can I find Safehouse members?
The Safehouse Member Directory lists member manufacturers, importers, retailers, wholesalers and other electrical industry businesses.