In every electrical installation, there shall be a Main Earth & Neutral connection (also known as the MEN link) at the main switchboard.
Refer to the Australian wiring rules: AS/NZS 3000 - Clause 5.3.5
Main Earthing - Main Earth & Neutral Link missing
In every electrical installation, there shall be a Main Earth & Neutral connection (also known as the MEN link) at the main switchboard.
Jason Bright
Updated 19 July 2026
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