Western Power has stringent rules that apply to anyone working on our behalf either close to or on our powerlines or network equipment. To do this you must become an authorised contractor.
Authorised contractors are issued with an authorisation card and/or an orange Western Power 'passport' showing their credentials. We inspect these passports regularly to ensure contractors have the correct authorisation for the work they do. Examples of authorised contractors include:
Western Power's authorisation requirements are summarised in the following table:
|
Required authorisation | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Work location |
Network Access |
Switching Certification |
Operational Authorisations |
| Western Power substations |
Yes |
Yes |
Pending |
| Transmission network |
Pending |
Yes |
Pending |
| Distribution network |
Pending |
Yes |
Yes |
| All other |
Pending |
Pending |
Pending |
* Issued at the discretion of the WP representative or when relevant authorisation has been granted.
To apply for authorisation contractors must:
The process to becoming authorised is described below.
| Requirement | 1. Registration* | 2. Training | 3. Authorisation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Network Access |
Complete Contractor registration form (PDF 56kb) |
First contact Power Training Services to confirm relevant pre-requisite course:
Then complete the online course registration or print friendly course registration (PDF 36kb) forms. |
Granted when required training is completed |
| Switching Certification |
Contact your Western Power representative for the:
| ||
| Operational Authorisations |
Complete Contractor authorisation request form (PDF 34kb) |
Contractors who were issued an 'Orange Book' before 30 June 2008 DO NOT need to submit a contractor registration form. For these contractors, your Western Power ID number is '888' plus your four digit 'Orange Book' number. For example 8880001, 8880024, 8880157, or 8881173.
For more information please email contractor.authorisations@westernpower.com.au.
Western Power’s Power Training Services WA provides a range of courses to help you achieve authorisation and accreditation.
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Page update on 25 June 2008
