Maintain energised HV distribution overhead electrical apparatus (glove) - Western Power familiarisation

Provide the HV live worker with knowledge of the Western Power High Voltage Live Work Manual and procedures. Successful completion of this course will allow the live worker authorisation to work on the Western Power live network.

Course Duration

5 days

Who Should Attend

This course is suitable for employees or contractors who are qualified in high voltage work (glove) and who are required to perform this work on the Western Power network.

Prerequisites

The prerequisites for attendance at this course are:

• Network Authority Card (NAC)
• UETTDRDP14A Maintain energised HV distribution overhead electrical apparatus (glove) or equivalent unit
• UETTDRRF08B Perform EWP controlled descent escape or equivalent unit
• UETTDRRF02B Perform pole top rescue or equivalent unit
• TLILIC2005 Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more) or equivalent unit
• meet Western Power selection criteria as prescribed in section 3.1 of the High Voltage Live Work Manual

Learning Outcomes

As a result of attending this course participants should be able to:

• participate as a team member of a high voltage live line work crew
• plan to maintain energised high voltage distribution overhead electrical apparatus (glove)
• carry out maintenance of energised high voltage distribution overhead electrical apparatus (glove)
• complete the maintenance of energised high voltage distribution overhead electrical apparatus (glove)

PPE/ PPC &Equipment Requirements

• PPE Level 1
• combination pole/EWP harness
• general work gloves
• safety glasses (minimum medium impact)
• safety helmet
• hand tools
• Dependent on the location of the course delivery, you may be required to provide relevant equipment such as an elevated work platform.

This will be determined by PTS during the enrolment process.

See the Western Power PPE Procedure for more information about the requirements

Assessments

Written and practical assessments are included in the course.
Participants will need to demonstrate the required knowledge and the necessary practical skills in line with the learning outcomes.
Participants will not be considered to have completed this course until all assessments have been completed to a satisfactory level.

Certification

Certificate of Attendance.

Associated Authorisations

On successful completion of the course
XHLGB – HV Live Line Glove & Barrier

For information on how to apply for an Authorisation, contact the Authorisations Team

Other

Enrolment in this course is by application only.
To apply:

1. Click APPLY NOW to begin the application process
2. Complete the APPLICATION FORM (link below)
3. Submit your APPLICATION including evidence of all prerequisites

Once PTS has confirmed that you meet the prerequisites, we will contact you to finalise your enrolment.