Electrical contractors

As an electrical contractor, there may be times when you need to engage with Western Power to request particular services such as meter installations, temporary connections, and standard disconnections and reconnections.

This page will help you determine which service you need from us, and will also provide you with other useful information which will assist you during the electrical notice submission and service request process.

Online services

for electrical contractors



Working near transmission and communication assets

We can provide specific network data that may be useful for your job risk assessment/safe work method statement.

Temporary power

Temporary power supply allows builders and trades to work when there is no permanent connection to the site. To set up a temporary supply account contact your retailer and then refer to one of these services.

Technical training and authorisation

We offer a range of technical training through our registered training organisation, Power Training Services WA, located in Jandakot, WA.

Remove or relocate our equipment

There are many reasons why our infrastructure may need to be removed or relocated. Whatever the reason this is the page to help get the process underway.

New meter installations

Find information on the application process & contacts for a new meter connection.

Modify your power supply

Sometimes your energy needs change or you want underground power.

Licensing & training

Professionals can find information relating to licensing & training offered by Western Power training services.

Disconnections

Need to disconnect your electricity supply or isolate the electricity network?

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Manuals, Guides and Standards

for electrical contractors

• Detailed customer connection schedules Manual pdf
• Earthing Standards Standard pdf
• Un-metered supply network standard Standard pdf
• Distribution construction standards handbook Manual
• Distribution substation plant manual Manual
• Technical guidance for solar installers Guideline
• WA Service and Installation Requirements (WASIR) pdf
• Switchboard arrangement for small strata lot development guideline Guideline pdf

FAQs

for electrical contractors