Induction & General Safety - Power Training Services WA

Operational induction for Western Power employees

This Operational Induction covers working on the Western Power network including power generation, transmission and distribution processes, working with electricity on the network, the dangers of electricity and other hazards that can occur while working on or around the network as well as safe practices. An introduction is provided on the responsibilities of key site personnel when working on the Western Power Network, as well as permits and electrical tagging. Course duration 2... [More]

Self paced
Approximately 5 hours

Operational induction for Western Power employees

Venue TBA

PTSWA Administration

Operational induction for Non Western Power personnel

This Operational Induction will provide Non Western Power personnel with an introduction to relevant safety, health and environment legislation, the Western Power safety, health and environment (SHE) management system, minimum SHE requirements and an overview of some of the key hazards associated with working on or near the network. Course Duration 6 online modules, allow 30 – 40 minutes per module. You are required to complete all modules in the order provided, however each module... [More]

Self paced
Approximately 5 hours

Operational induction for Non Western Power personnel

Venue TBA

PTSWA Administration

Western Power overhead line work familiarisation

This twelve day course covers the necessary requirements to become familiar with all of Western Power systems, procedures and equipment related to the overhead network. These requirements will be covered through the electrical safety requirements, material handling and the environment, working at heights, construction and network characteristics, switching operations, testing and commissioning, access to high voltage and low voltage electrical apparatus, low voltage service... [More]

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Electrical substation insulator washing

This course provides participants with knowledge and skills: in insulator washing principles and procedures inwashing insulators on energised equipment in electrical substations. Course Duration 2 days Who Should Attend This course is suitable for people who are required to be authorised to conduct electrical substation insulator washing on the Western Power network. Prerequisites The prerequisites for attendance at this course are: Western Australian Electrical Licence or Cert III... [More]

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Service connection testing (metrel polarity plus)

This two day course provides participants with the skills and knowledge to conduct service connection tests using Western Power’s requirements and procedures and then carry out those tests on different types of metering configurations. Course Duration 2 days Who Should Attend This course is designed for participants who will be required to conduct service connection testing. Please note: Whilst Apprentices are permitted to attend the course, they are only permitted to do service... [More]

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Power system familiarisation for non-technical people

This will provide you with information about the Western Power Network and some of the key equipment used to ensure safe and efficient provision of electricity. Course Duration 1 day Who Should Attend People who require a general overview of Western Power’s Network, structures and equipment. Prerequisites None Learning Outcomes As a result of attending this training course participants should be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of Western Power’s Network Identify and... [More]

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Service connection testing (metrel polarity plus) - assessment

This one day assessment will determine the participant’s skills, knowledge and application of Western Power’s service connection testing requirements. This will include the procedures and the skills to test the different types of service connection arrangements. Please note: No additional training or coaching will be given as this is an assessment only. Course Duration 1 day Who Should Attend People who require continued authorisation to test service connections on the Western... [More]

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Recipient In charge (RIC) for work permits

This course will provide participants with the skills and knowledge to undertake the responsibilities of Recipient in Charge (RIC) to receive Vicinity Authority and Electrical Access permits. Course Duration 1 day Who Should Attend This course is suitable for existing recipients within the Western Power permit to work system who require Recipient in Charge (RIC) to receive Vicinity Authority and Electrical Access permits. Prerequisites The prerequisites for attendance at this... [More]

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Basic fire extinguisher, bushfire awareness and fire tender trailer

Knowledge and skills to safely use portable fire fighting equipment, Fire Tenders/Trailers and associated equipment, plus an understanding of bushfire behaviour to promote safe working practices in remote and bush fire prone areas. Practical activities involving fire are used in this training. Course Duration 1 day Who Should Attend People who work in premises and vehicles equipped with portable fire fighting equipment; and those working in remote and bushfire-prone areas where... [More]

Basic fire extinguisher and bushfire awareness

Recipient In Charge (RIC) for vicinity authority

This one day course will provide participants with the skills and knowledge to undertake the responsibilities of Recipient in Charge (RIC) to receive Vicinity Authority permits. Course Duration 1 day Who Should Attend This course is suitable for existing recipients within the Western Power permit to work system who require Recipient in Charge (RIC) to receive Vicinity Authority permits. Prerequisites The prerequisites for attendance at this training course are: Network authority... [More]

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