Please note that these documents are subject to change and it is recommended that you check the currency of any documentation that you use on a regular basis.
This document describes the general conditions which apply to all offers/quotations made with the installation of new or upgraded electrical supplies.
The requirements for a substation containing transformers or switchgear to provide necessary electrical supply are described in this document.
This document formalises requirements for the safe and efficient installation of underground cables to be connected to Western Power's public distribution system.
Network standard NS 14.2-2003 underground cable installation manual Part II - technical requirements Rev. A (PDF 535kb)
This standard provides a safe working environment and minimises the risk of equipment damage and supply interruption. It is intended for use when commissioning installations that are to be connected to Western Power's distribution network. This standard supersedes all previous Testing and Commissioning requirements including those detailed in any of the Underground Distribution Schemes Manuals.
Requirements for provision or removal of the distribution network in the south west interconnected system when land is subdivided or amalgamated.
The frequently asked questions on earthing (PDf 107kb) of electrical equipment explains personnel safety, reliable operation and protection of electrical equipment.
This Standard defines the requirements for the attachment of fixtures, fittings, signs and banners on Western Power poles and streetlight columns in the South West Interconnected System.
This Metering Requirements document is intended to provide the electrical consulting and electrical contracting industry information on metering and connecting a customer.
Western Power needs to meet the legislated West Australian Electrical Requirements and relevant Australian Standards in its policies, standards and workmanship.
This HV substation feeder exit circuits isolation policy (PDF 89kb) applies to new, reconfigured and upgraded ZSFE circuits.
This Distribution pole to pillar guidelines (PDF 778kb) specifies the conditions under which Western Power will, under its pole to pillar scheme, provide a domestic underground connection to its electrical distribution system in overhead areas.
The Telecommunication equipment located in the vicinity of proposed distribution HV earths (PDF 306kb) ensures that high voltage (HV) distribution earthing system installations do not result in dangerous levels of earth potential rise (EPR) on nearby telecommunications assets.
The Transitional (Interim Edition) Connections Manual (PDF 660kb) is an interim publication containing an abridged version of the information previously published in Section 13 of the 2005 edition of Western Australian Electrical Requirements (WAER). It is a link between Section 13 and the yet to be developed Connections Manual. It does not contain all of the information required for or relating to Western Power’s connection processes as that is the intended function and outcome of the new Connections Manual due for publication in 2009.
The Constructing distribution powerlines and cables in the vicinity of pipelines (WORD 596kb) document addresses the minimisation of risk associated with the construction of new distribution powerlines in the vicinity of pipelines.
Deciding between distribution overhead and undergound construction in road reserves (PDF 99kb)
Locating ground mounted equipment (PDF 351kb)
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