Power Training Services WA

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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MCB replacement

This course provides the required knowledge to correctly replace an MCB. Course Duration 1/2 day Who Should attend A Certificate III in ESI – Power Systems – Distribution Overhead qualified lineworker who holds a WA Electrical Worker’s Licence. Prerequisites The prerequisites for attendance for this course are: hold a current WA Electrical Worker’s Licence Certificate III in ESI – Power Systems – Distribution Overhead qualification; or equivalent Network Authority Card (NAC) Note:... [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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Distribution testing and commissioning

This will provide participants with the skills and knowledge to test and commission Western Power electrical apparatus. Course Duration 3 days Who Should Attend This course is suitable for people with responsibility for testing and commissioning Western Power’s electrical apparatus. Prerequisites The prerequisites for attendance at this training course are: Network Authority Card (NAC) one of the following qualifications is essential: Certificate III in ESI – Distribution Overhead... [More]

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Installation of low voltage spreader rods

This course will provide participants with the skills and knowledge to install spreaders to live low voltage conductors on the Western Power Network. Course Duration 3 days Who Should Attend Western Power and contractor powerline workers who are required to install LV spreader rods on the Western Power Network. Prerequisites The prerequisites for attendance at this training course are: Network Authority Card (NAC) Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length... [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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Tester in charge (TIC)

This course will provide participants with the skills and knowledge to undertake the responsibilities of Tester In Charge (TIC) in Western Power’s permit to work system to receive Sanction To Test (STT) permits. Course Duration 1 day Who Should Attend This course is suitable for existing Recipients in Charge or others who require Tester in Charge authorisation within the Western Power permit to work system to receive Sanction to Test permits. Prerequisites The prerequisites for... [More]

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Schneider reclosers and load break switches

This course is designed to enable the operator to identify, operate and program Schneider reclosers and load break switches using WSOS 4 software. Reclosers and load break switches are electronically controlled pole-top-mounted switchgear, and form part of Western Power’s HV overhead network protection. Course Duration 5 days Who Should Attend Network / Technical / Project Officers who are required to program, commission and maintain Schneider Reclosers and Load Break Switches.... [More]

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