BAC HV Access Procedures

SAFE ACCESS PROCEDURES
High Voltage
Electrical Apparatus
November 2012
Safe Access Procedure High Voltage - Airport Facilities - Electrical
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Safe Access Procedures Version 1

PURPOSE
The purpose of these Safe Access Procedures is to provide and maintain safe operating systems,
controlling work on or in the vicinity of electrical apparatus
SCOPE
These Safe Access Procedures define the principles and electrical safety procedures to be followed at
Brisbane Airport
For any work practice not covered in these Safe Access Procedures and all other definitions in regard
to High Voltage and associated electrical apparatus, reference shall be made to the national
guidelines (NENS) on electrical safety and any relevant state code of practice.
Disclaimer
This Safe Access Procedure (SAP) is prepared for, and used by, personnel of Brisbane Airport
Corporation Pty Ltd (BAC).
This is an internal HV document and BAC staff are required to comply with this SAP as a minimum in
conjunction with such other controls as are determined to be necessary after conducting a risk
assessment.
This SAP is provided to persons not employed by BAC on the basis that it is to be used as an aid to
them in preparing their own safe work procedures after identifying potential risks to health and
safety that shall be addressed in performing work on or about BAC's property. Whilst every effort
has been made by BAC to ensure the accuracy of this SAP, it does not purport to be a definitive
statement of the risks associated with work on HV apparatus whilst on BAC property.
However, the SAP does represent BAC's determination of appropriate risk control measures in
relation to the matters covered by this SAP as at the date of this document. All persons engaged in
work on HV apparatus on BAC property, including
HV personnel are required to conduct independent hazard identification and risk assessment before
any work is commenced. In undertaking the hazard identification and risk assessment regard is to be
had to all relevant information.
This SAP is only one source of relevant information.
Failure to conduct hazard identification, risk assessment or prepare a job safety analysis, where
required, or failure to consider this or other relevant SAP's in these processes will be considered by
BAC to be a serious safety breach and may result in the immediate cancellation of any contract to
perform work and immediate removal from BAC property.
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Contents
SECTION 1 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................................................................. 11
SECTION 2 TRAINING, AUTHORISATION & DUTIES ......................................................................................................... 16
2.1 TRAINING .............................................................................................................................................................. 16
2.1.2HIGH VOLTAGE OPERATOR ............................................................................................................................. 16
2.1.3AUTHORISED RECIPIENT ................................................................................................................................. 16
2.1.4 AUTHORISED TESTER...................................................................................................................................... 16
2.1.5 AUTHORISED TO ENTER SUBSTATIONS, SWITCHROOMS & TRANSFORMER ENCLOSURES........................... 16
2.1.6 AUTHORISED TO OPERATE A CABLE SPIKING GUN ........................................................................................ 16
2.1.7 RESCUE AND RESUSCITATION ........................................................................................................................ 16
2.2 AUTHORISATION ................................................................................................................................................... 17
2.2.1 AUTHORISATION OF PERSONNEL .................................................................................................................. 17
2.2.2 AUTHORISATION OFFICER .............................................................................................................................. 17
2.2.3 HV SPECIALIST: HIGH VOLTAGE CONTROLLER ............................................................................................... 17
2.2.4 SENIOR HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL OPERATOR ........................................................................................... 17
2.2.5 HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL OPERATOR ........................................................................................................ 17
2.2.6 RESTRICTED HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL OPERATOR .................................................................................... 18
2.2.7 LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL OPERATOR ......................................................................................................... 18
2.2.8 AUTHORISED RECIPIENT................................................................................................................................. 18
2.2.10 AUTHORISATION CERTIFICATES ................................................................................................................... 18
2.3 DUTIES ................................................................................................................................................................... 18
2.3.1 HV SPECIALIST: HIGH VOLTAGE CONTROLLER ............................................................................................... 18
2.3.2 HV SAFETY TRAINING AND COMPLIANCE OFFICER ........................................................................................ 19
2.3.3 SENIOR HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL OPERATOR ........................................................................................... 19
2.3.4 HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL OPERATOR ........................................................................................................ 20
2.3.5 RESTRICTED HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL OPERATOR .................................................................................... 20
2.3.6 LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL OPERATOR ......................................................................................................... 20
2.3.7 AUTHORISED RECIPIENT................................................................................................................................. 20
2.3.9 AUTHORISED TO ENTER SUBSTATIONS, SWITCHROOMS & TRANSFORMER ENCLOSURES........................... 20
2.3.10 PERSON AUTHORISED TO OPERATE A CABLE SPIKING GUN ........................................................................ 20
SECTION 3 ELECTRICAL PERMITS & FORMS .................................................................................................................... 20
3.1 PERMITS AND FORMS IN USE AT BAC ............................................................................................................... 20
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3.2 OPERATION APPLICATION ................................................................................................................................. 21

3.3 PERMIT BOOKS .................................................................................................................................................. 21
3.4 ELECTRICAL ACCESS PERMIT (EAP).................................................................................................................... 21
3.4.1 PART A ............................................................................................................................................................ 22
3.4.2 PART B ............................................................................................................................................................ 22
3.4.3 PART C ............................................................................................................................................................ 22
3.4.4 PART D ............................................................................................................................................................ 22
3.4.5 PART E ............................................................................................................................................................ 22
3.4.6 PART F ............................................................................................................................................................ 22
3.4.7 PART G............................................................................................................................................................ 22
3.4.8 PART H ............................................................................................................................................................ 22
3.4.9 PART I ............................................................................................................................................................. 22
3.5 ISSUE AND CANCELLATION OF EAPs ................................................................................................................. 22
3.5.1 PRIOR TO ISSUE EAP ....................................................................................................................................... 23
3.5.2 AT THE ISSUE OF AN EAP................................................................................................................................ 23
3.5.3 SIGNING ON TO AN EAP ................................................................................................................................. 23
3.5.4 WORK PARTY RESPONSIBILITIES UNDER EAP ................................................................................................ 24
3.5.5 SIGNING OFF EAPs.......................................................................................................................................... 24
3.5.6 CANCELLATION............................................................................................................................................... 25
3.5.7 TRANSFER OF EAPs......................................................................................................................................... 25
3.5.7.1 RIC PRESENT AT TRANSFER ......................................................................................................................... 25
3.5.7.1.1 A CURRENT RECIPIENT IS TO TAKE OVER THE EAP .................................................................................. 25
3.5.7.2 RIC NOT PRESENT I.E. INJURED OR ILL ........................................................................................................ 26
3.5.7.2.1 A CURRENT RECIPIENT IS TO TAKE OVER THE EAP .................................................................................. 26
3.5.7.2.2 NO EXISTING RECIPIENT CONSIDERED EXPERIENCED .............................................................................. 26
3.5.8 EAP SIGNED OFF, BUT NOT CANCELLED ........................................................................................................ 26
3.5.9 RESUMPTION OF WORK WHEN AN EAP WAS SIGNED OFF, BUT NOT CANCELLED ....................................... 26
3.5.10 PERMIT TERMINOLOGY ................................................................................................................................ 26
3.6 Test Permits (TP) ............................................................................................................................................... 27
3.6.1 APPARATUS/PLANT COVERED BY TP ............................................................................................................. 27
3.6.2 CONDITION OF APPARATUS/PLANT AND PRECAUTIONS IN PLACE ............................................................... 27
3.6.3 ISSUE .............................................................................................................................................................. 27
3.6.4 RECEIPT .......................................................................................................................................................... 27
3.6.5 RELINQUISHMENT .......................................................................................................................................... 27
3.6.6 CANCELLATION............................................................................................................................................... 27
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3.7 ISSUE AND CANCELLATION OF TPs.................................................................................................................... 27

3.7.1 PRIOR TO ISSUE OF TP .................................................................................................................................... 28
3.7.2 AT THE ISSUE OF TP ........................................................................................................................................ 28
3.7.3 SIGNING ON TO AN TP ................................................................................................................................... 28
3.7.4 SFT CANCELLATION ........................................................................................................................................ 28
3.8 AUTHORITY TO WORK IN THE VICINITY OF ELECTRICAL APPARATUS PERMIT (V/A) ........................................ 29
3.8.2 SIGNING ON ....................................................................................................................................................... 29
3.8.3 ISSUE .................................................................................................................................................................. 30
3.8.4 ACCEPTANCE ...................................................................................................................................................... 30
3.8.5 RELINQUISHMENT .............................................................................................................................................. 30
3.8.6 CANCELLATION............................................................................................................................................... 30
3.9 PERSONNEL SAFETY AND SERVICE CLEARANCE .................................................................................................... 30
3.9.1 PART 1 ............................................................................................................................................................ 30
3.9.2 PART 2 ............................................................................................................................................................ 30
3.9.3 PART 3 ............................................................................................................................................................ 30
3.10 STATEMENT OF CONDITION OF APPARATUS ..PLANT (SWITCHING SHEET) ....................................................... 30
3.10.1 PROCEDURE ................................................................................................................................................. 31
3.11 THE USE OF ELECTRICAL PERMITS ...................................................................................................................... 31
3.11.1 ...................................................................................................................................................................... 31
3.11.2 ...................................................................................................................................................................... 31
3.11.3 ...................................................................................................................................................................... 31
3.11.4 ...................................................................................................................................................................... 31
3.11.5 ...................................................................................................................................................................... 31
3.11.6 ...................................................................................................................................................................... 31
3.11.7 ...................................................................................................................................................................... 32
3.11.8 ...................................................................................................................................................................... 32
3.11.9 ...................................................................................................................................................................... 32
3.11.10 .................................................................................................................................................................... 32
3.11.11 .................................................................................................................................................................... 32
3.11.12 .................................................................................................................................................................... 32
3.11.13 .................................................................................................................................................................... 32
3.11.14 .................................................................................................................................................................... 32
3.11.15 .................................................................................................................................................................... 32
3.11.16 .................................................................................................................................................................... 33
3.11.17 .................................................................................................................................................................... 33
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3.11.18 .................................................................................................................................................................... 33
3.11.19 .................................................................................................................................................................... 33
3.11.20 .................................................................................................................................................................... 33
3.11.21 .................................................................................................................................................................... 33
3.11.22 .................................................................................................................................................................... 33
3.11.24 .................................................................................................................................................................... 33
3.11.25 .................................................................................................................................................................... 33
3.11.26 .................................................................................................................................................................... 33
3.11.27 .................................................................................................................................................................... 33
3.11.28 .................................................................................................................................................................... 33
3.11.29 .................................................................................................................................................................... 34
3.11.30 .................................................................................................................................................................... 34
3.11.31 .................................................................................................................................................................... 34
3.11.32 .................................................................................................................................................................... 34
3.12.1 RE-COMMISSIONING .................................................................................................................................... 34
3.13 PRE COMMISSION CHECK LIST ............................................................................................................................ 35
3.13.1 STANDARD ................................................................................................................................................... 35
3.13.2 PROCEDURE ................................................................................................................................................. 35
SECTION 4 SUBSTATIONS, SWITCHROOMS, TRANSFORMER ENCLOSURES & HV CABLE TUNNELS ............................... 35
4.1 ENTRY .................................................................................................................................................................... 35
4.1.1 AUTHORISED PERSON SUBSTATION ENTRY ................................................................................................... 35
4.1.2 UNAUTHORISED PERSON SUBSTATION ENTRY .............................................................................................. 35
4.1.4 NOTIFICATION OF VISIT .................................................................................................................................. 35
4.1.5 DURATION OF VISIT........................................................................................................................................ 35
4.1.6 REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................................................. 35
4.1.7 WORKING IN A SUBSTATION, SWITCHROOM, TX ENCLOSURE or HV CABLE TUNNEL .................................. 36
4.1.8 VISITING A SUBSTATION, SWITCHROOM OR TX ENCLOSURE OR HV CABLE TUNNEL ................................... 36
4.2 MINIMUM PPE AND CLOTHING REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................. 36
4.2.1 PURPOSE ........................................................................................................................................................ 36
4.2.2 GENERAL ........................................................................................................................................................ 36
4.2.3 CLOTHING REQUIREMENTS............................................................................................................................ 37
4.2.4 PERSONNEL NOT UNDERTAKING WORK (VISITING) ...................................................................................... 37
4.2.5 PERSONNEL UNDERTAKING WORK (OTHER THAN ELECTRICAL) ................................................................... 37
4.2.6 PERSONNEL UNDERTAKING ELECTRICAL WORK ............................................................................................ 37
4.2.7 PERSONNEL CARRYING OUT ELECTRICAL SWITCHING OPERATIONS ............................................................. 37
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4.2.8 RESCUE KITS ................................................................................................................................................... 38

4.3 BARRIERS AND SIGNS ............................................................................................................................................ 38
4.3.1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................................. 38
4.3.2 SIGNS .................................................................................................................................................................. 38
4.3.2.1 UNDER ACCESS PERMIT .............................................................................................................................. 38
4.3.2.2 ALIVE ........................................................................................................................................................... 38
4.3.2.3 UNDER SANCTION FOR TEST ....................................................................................................................... 38
4.3.2.4 PLANT PROHIBITION ................................................................................................................................... 39
4.3.3 BARRIERS ............................................................................................................................................................ 39
4.3.3.1 WARNING BARRIERS ................................................................................................................................... 39
4.3.3.1.1 GENERAL USES ......................................................................................................................................... 39
4.3.3.1. SPECIFIC USES............................................................................................................................................. 39
4.3.3.1. OPTIONAL USES.......................................................................................................................................... 39
4.3.3.2 DANGER BARRIERS ...................................................................................................................................... 39
4.3.3.2.GENERAL USES ............................................................................................................................................ 40
4.3.3.2.2 RULES ....................................................................................................................................................... 40
4.4 SUBSTATION OPERATIONAL LOG BOOK ................................................................................................................... 40
4.4.1 GENERAL ........................................................................................................................................................ 40
4.4.2 HIGH VOLTAGE OPERATORS .......................................................................................................................... 40
4.4.3 AUTHORISED PERSONNEL .............................................................................................................................. 41
4.4.4 OTHER PERSONNEL ........................................................................................................................................ 41
4.4.5 LOG BOOK SET OUT............................................................................................................................................ 41
4.4.5.1 HIGH VOLTAGE OPERATORS ....................................................................................................................... 41
4.4.5.2 AUTHORISED PERSONNEL ........................................................................................................................... 41
4.4.5.3 OTHER PERSONNEL ..................................................................................................................................... 41
4.6 SAFE APPROACH DISTANCES ..................................................................................................................................... 41
4.6.1 BASIC SAFETY PRINCIPLE ................................................................................................................................ 42
4.6.2 GENERAL ........................................................................................................................................................ 42
4.6.3 SAFE APPROACH DISTANCES .......................................................................................................................... 42
4.6.3.1 SAFE APPROACH DISTANCES FOR PERSONS ....................................................................................................... 42
TABLE 1.................................................................................................................................................................... 42
4.6.3.2 VEHICLES OR MOBILE PLANT OPERATED BY ORDINARY PERSONS ..................................................................... 43
TABLE 2.................................................................................................................................................................... 43
TABLE 3.................................................................................................................................................................... 43
4.6.3.4 VEHICLES OPERATED BY INSTRUCTED OR AUTHORISED PERSONS..................................................................... 44
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TABLE 4.................................................................................................................................................................... 44
4.7 ELECTRICAL POWER SYSTEM ACCESS........................................................................................................................ 44
4.7.1 GENERAL ........................................................................................................................................................ 44
4.7.2 PLANNED WORK............................................................................................................................................. 44
4.7.3 UNPLANNED (EMERGENCY) WORK................................................................................................................ 45
4.8 SUBSTATION MAINTENANCE, INSPECTIONS & AUDITING ........................................................................................ 45
4.8.1 GENERAL ........................................................................................................................................................ 45
4.8.2 MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................................... 45
4.8.3 INSPECTION .................................................................................................................................................... 45
4.8.4 SIX MONTHLY INSPECTIONS ........................................................................................................................... 45
4.8.5 AUDITING ....................................................................................................................................................... 46
4.9 HIGH ENERGY LOW VOLTAGE ................................................................................................................................... 46
4.9.1 GENERAL ........................................................................................................................................................ 46
4.9.2 PLANNING & RISK ASSESSMENT .................................................................................................................... 46
4.9.3 WORK ON LIVE SWITCHBOARDS .................................................................................................................... 47
4.9.4 WORK ON DE-ENERGISED SWITCHBOARDS ................................................................................................... 47
4.9.5 LIVE TESTING .................................................................................................................................................. 47
4.10 ELECTRICAL HAZARDS ............................................................................................................................................. 47
4.11 SECURITY ................................................................................................................................................................. 48
4.11.1 KEYS .............................................................................................................................................................. 48
4.11.2 WORK IN SUBSTATIONS, SWITCHROOMS & TRANSFORMER ENCLOSURES ................................................ 48
SECTION 5 SWITCHING OPERATIONS.............................................................................................................................. 48
5.1 SAFE OPERATING IN SUBSTATIONS....................................................................................................................... 48
5.1.1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................................. 48
5.1.2 PRINCIPLES ..................................................................................................................................................... 49
5.1.3 COMMUNICATION ............................................................................................................................................. 49
5.1.3.1 PURPOSE ..................................................................................................................................................... 49
5.1.3.2 GENERAL ..................................................................................................................................................... 49
5.1.3.3 REQUIREMENTS OF HV CONTROLLERS AND OPERATORS .......................................................................... 49
5.1.4 ELECTRICAL OPERATOR SAFETY & OPERATIONAL EQUIPMENT ............................................................................ 50
5.1.4.1 PURPOSE ..................................................................................................................................................... 50
5.1.4.2 CARE OF EQUIPMENT.................................................................................................................................. 50
5.1.4.3 STORAGE ..................................................................................................................................................... 51
5.1.5 INSPECTION PRIOR TO USE .................................................................................................................................... 51
5.1.5.1 GLOVES........................................................................................................................................................ 51
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5.1.5.2 RUBBER MATS ............................................................................................................................................. 51

5.1.6 MODIEWARK .................................................................................................................................................. 51
5.1.7 TAPLIN LIVE LINE INDICATOR ......................................................................................................................... 51
5.1.8 SWITCH STICKS ............................................................................................................................................... 51
5.1.9 EARTH AND SHORT CIRCUITS ......................................................................................................................... 51
5.1.10 EARTH SWITCH TRUCKS ............................................................................................................................... 52
5.2 MODIEWARK ............................................................................................................................................................. 52
5.2.1 DESCRIPTION .................................................................................................................................................. 52
5.2.2 USE ................................................................................................................................................................. 52
5.2.3 PROCEDURE ................................................................................................................................................... 53
5.3 TAPLIN LIVE LINE INDICATOR .................................................................................................................................... 53
5.3.1 DESCRIPTION .................................................................................................................................................. 53
5.3.2 USE ................................................................................................................................................................. 53
5.3.3 TESTING PROCEDURE ..................................................................................................................................... 53
5.3.4 INSTRUMENT TESTING ................................................................................................................................... 54
5.4 ISOLATION, LOCKING AND TAGGING ........................................................................................................................ 54
5.4.1 GENERAL ........................................................................................................................................................ 54
5.4.2 ISOLATION POINTS ................................................................................................................................................. 54
5.4.2.1 PRIMARY ISOLATIONS ................................................................................................................................. 54
5.4.2.2 SECONDARY ISOLATIONS ............................................................................................................................ 54
5.4.3 TAGS ....................................................................................................................................................................... 54
5.4.3.1 PRIMARY ISOLATIONS ................................................................................................................................. 54
5.4.3.2 SECONDARY ISOLATIONS ............................................................................................................................ 54
5.4.4 LOCKS ..................................................................................................................................................................... 54
5.4.4.1 EARTH SWITCHES ........................................................................................................................................ 54
5.4.4.2 ISOLATION SWITCHES ................................................................................................................................. 55
5.5 EARTHING.................................................................................................................................................................. 55
5.5.1 APPLICATION .................................................................................................................................................. 55
5.5.2 RESPONSIBILITY .............................................................................................................................................. 55
5.5.3 GENERAL ........................................................................................................................................................ 55
EAP or SFT issue. .................................................................................................................................................... 55
5.5.4 TEST DE-ENERGISED PRIOR TO APPLYING EARTHS ........................................................................................ 55
5.5.5 EARTHING EQUIPMENT.................................................................................................................................. 55
5.5.5.1 EARTHING CB .............................................................................................................................................. 55
5.5.5.2 EARTH SWITCH TRUCKS .............................................................................................................................. 56
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5.5.5.3 EARTH SWITCHES ........................................................................................................................................ 56

5.5.5.4 SINGLE POLE TYPE TESTED, FAULT RATED PORTABLE EARTHS (SPPE)........................................................ 56
5.5.5.5 HAND APPLIED EARTHS ............................................................................................................................... 56
5.5.6 REMOVAL OF EARTHS WHEN WORKING UNDER EAP OR SFT ....................................................................... 57
5.5.7 ........................................................................................................................................................................ 57
5.6 DEFECTIVE APPARATUS............................................................................................................................................. 57
5.6.1 LOGGING ........................................................................................................................................................ 57
5.6.2 REPORTING..................................................................................................................................................... 57
5.6.3 RECORDING .................................................................................................................................................... 58
5.6.4 DEFECT RECTIFICATION .................................................................................................................................. 58
5.7 SWITCHING INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................................................................................................... 58
5.7.1 GENERAL ........................................................................................................................................................ 58
5.7.2 ACCESS TO SWITCHING INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................................................................... 58
5.7.3 PRE-WRITTEN SWITCHING INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................... 58
5.7.4 NEW SWITCHING INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................. 58
5.7.5 SYSTEM CHANGES .......................................................................................................................................... 58
5.7.6 USE of Switching Sheets ................................................................................................................................. 59
5.8 HVSS STANDARD FORM INSTRUCTION ............................................................................................................. 59
SECTION 6 TESTING of ELECTRICAL APPARATUS ............................................................................................................ 59
6.1 GENERAL ........................................................................................................................................................... 59
6.2 PROCEDURE....................................................................................................................................................... 59
6.3 SOAK TEST ......................................................................................................................................................... 60
6.4 TESTING OF UNDERGROUND HIGH VOLTAGE CABLES ..................................................................................... 60
6.4.1 TYPES OF CABLE TESTS ................................................................................................................................... 60
6.4.2 TEST GUIDELINES ........................................................................................................................................... 60
6.4.2.2 TABLE No. 2 PAPER / LEAD CABLE STATUS OPTION TEST # VOLTAGE ........................................................ 60
6.4.3 TESTING PROCEDURE ..................................................................................................................................... 60
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SECTION 1 DEFINITIONS
Access Authority
Any form of authorisation that allows access to, work on or near, or testing of electrical apparatus.
E.g. Electrical Access Permit, Test Permit
Alive energised or subject to hazardous induced or capacitive voltages. i.e. a potential difference
exists.
Approved
Having appropriate organisation endorsement in writing for a specific
Function.
Authorised Person
A person with technical knowledge or sufficient experience who has been approved, or has the
delegated authority to perform the duty concerned.
Authorised Electrical Operator
An approved person, who has been assessed as competent against an approved training standard to
carry out switching operations on electrical apparatus.
Authorised Recipient
An approved person, who has been assessed as Competent against an approved training standard to
receive an electrical access permit.
Authorised Tester
An authorised recipient, who has been assessed as competent against an approved training
standard, and is approved to receive a Sanction for Testing.
Authority to Receive Electrical Access Permits
A form of authorisation held by an authorised recipient.
Authority to Receive Sanction for Testing
A form of authorisation held by an authorised tester.
Authority to Work in the Vicinity of Electrical Apparatus
A form of authorisation to be used where applicable to allow work in the vicinity of electrical
apparatus.
Bonded
Connected together in such a manner as to ensure that all connected
parts are maintained at the same potential.
Cable
An insulated conductor of two or more such conductors laid together,
whether with or without fillings, reinforcements or protective coverings.
Circuit Breaker
Means a device capable of making, carrying and breaking currents under normal and
abnormal conditions such as a short circuit.
Note: A high voltage CB in the open condition does not meet the
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definition of isolated.
Competent
Having the skills, knowledge and attributes a person needs to complete a task.
Conductor a wire
Cable or form of metal designed for carrying electrical current.
De-energised
Not connected to any source of electrical supply but not necessarily isolated.
Discharged
Having been connected to the general mass of earth in such a manner as to remove
any residual energy in a conductor.
Directed
Do achieve a desired result.
EAP
Electrical Access Permit
Earthed
Directly connected to the general mass of earth so as to ensure and maintain
The effective dissipation of electrical energy.
Earthing Device
An approved device used for the earthing of conductors.
Electrical Apparatus
Any electrical equipment, including overhead lines and underground cables, the
conductors of which are live or can be made live.
Energised
Connected to a source of electrical supply (see live).
Exposed Conductor
An electrical conductor, approach to which is not prevented by a BAL Basic Level of
Insulation of rigid material or by a Fixed and Earthed Barrier
High Voltage
A nominal voltage exceeding 1000V AC or exceeding 1500V DC.
HV High Voltage Safe Access Procedures
Procedures in place incorporating the Electrical Safety Act and Regulation Qld 2002 and
work in or near Live Parts Code Of Practice 2010
High Voltage Customer
Any user of electricity connected at high voltage to the Electrical Power System.
High Energy Low Voltage
Shall be taken to mean any main switch board directly fed from a distribution
transformer, or any LV interconnectors.
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Instructed Person
A person adequately advised or supervised by an authorised person to enable them in High Voltage
enclosures ie HV Substations.
Insulated Mobile Plant mobile plant
Approved and tested for carrying out work on or near electrical apparatus.
Insulated
Separated from adjoining conducting material by a non-conducting
substance which provides resistance to the passage of current, or to disruptive
discharges through or over the surface of the substance at the operating
voltage, and to mitigate the danger of electric shock or injurious leakage of
current.
Insulating Stick
A stick approved and tested for carrying out operating, earthing on live electrical HV
apparatus.
Isolated
Disconnected from all possible sources of electrical supply by means
that prevent the apparatus from being unintentionally energised and separated by a
distance appropriate to the voltage and the insulating medium and that are assessed
as a suitable step in the Switching Sheet for access purposes.
Live
Energised or subject to hazardous induced or capacitive voltages. i.e. a
potential difference exists.
Live Work
All work performed on components of electrical apparatus not isolated, proved deenergised and earthed.
Low Voltage
A nominal voltage exceeding 50V AC /120V DC but not exceeding
1000V AC/1500V DC.
LV
Low Voltage
Mobile Plant
Cranes, elevating work platforms, tip trucks or similar plant, any
equipment fitted with a jib or boom and any device capable of raising or
lowering a load. Mobile Plant can only be considered as a vehicle when in the
normal travelling mode and not in the working mode when determining safe approach
distances.
Near a situation where there is a possibility of a person, either directly or

through any conducting medium, coming within the relevant safe approach
distances.
Nominal Voltage (U)
The AC (phase to phase RMS) or DC voltage by which a system of supply is designated.
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Not Electrically Connected

Disconnected from all sources of supply by the removal or absence of conductors,
appropriate to the voltage and insulating medium and not able to be made live by
normal operating means.
Operating Authority
An appropriate representative who is responsible for the control of the electrical
apparatus concerned.
Ordinary Person
A person without sufficient training or experience to enable them to avoid the dangers
which electrical apparatus may create.
Out of Commission
The condition of electrical apparatus which is not electrically connected
Personal Protective Equipment
Clothing, equipment and or substances, which when worn or correctly used, protect
parts or all of the body from foreseeable risk of injury or disease at work or in the work
place.
PPE
Personal Protective Equipment
Procedure
The documentation of a systematic series of actions (or activities)
Recipient
A person who has signed on an access authority.
Recipient in Charge
An authorised recipient to whom an access authority has been issued and who is in
charge of all work party members signed on that access Authority.
Relevant Australian Standard
Specification for the voltage concerned.
RIC
Recipient in charge
RTO
Registered Training Organisation
Safe Access Procedures
Procedures in place incorporating the Electrical Safety Act and Regulation Qld 2002 and work in or
near Live Parts Code of Practice 2010
Safe Approach Distance
The minimum separation in air from an exposed conductor that shall be maintained by
a person, or any object (other than insulated objects designed for contact with live
conductors) held by or in contact with that person as laid out in the Electrical Safety
Regulation Qld 2002 schedule 2
Safe Approach Distance for Untrained Persons
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The minimum distance that shall be maintained by an Untrained Person as laid out in
the Electrical Safety Regulation Qld 2002 schedule 2.
Safe Approach Distance for Mobile Plant Operated by Ordinary Persons
The minimum distance that shall be maintained between mobile plant (including
its load, controlling ropes and any other accessories) and electrical apparatus,
when such plant is operated by an ordinary person. This safe approach
distance is not associated with performing electrical work on an electricity
network.
Safe Approach Distance for Instructed or Authorised Persons
The minimum distance that shall be maintained by an Instructed or Authorised Person
when performing works that requires that person to approach electrical apparatus. An
appropriate hazard and risk assessment shall be completed for work at these distances.
Safe Approach Distance for Mobile Plant Operated by Instructed or Authorised Persons
The minimum distance that shall be maintained between mobile plant (including its load, controlling
ropes and any other accessories) and electrical apparatus when such plant is operated by an
instructed or authorised person an appropriate hazard and risk assessment shall be completed for
work at these distances. When performing work that requires that person to approach electrical
apparatus at a distance less than the safe approach distance for instructed or authorised persons
defined above.
Safe Approach Distance Special Limit for an Authorised Person Only
The minimum distance that shall be maintained by an Authorised Person when
performing work that requires that person to approach electrical apparatus at a
distance less than the safe approach distance for instructed or authorised persons defined above.
Safety Observer
A person with sufficient knowledge of the task being performed and competent for the duty of
observing and warning against unsafe approach to electrical apparatus.
Testing
Shall is to be interpreted as mandatory

Should is to be interpreted as advisory or discretionary
SOP System Operation Procedures
Tester in Charge an authorised tester to whom a permit for testing has been issued and who
is in charge of all members of the work party signed on that permit for testing.
TIC
Tester In Charge
Vehicle
A truck (non-tipping), car, utility or other general purpose conveyance
used for the carriage of persons or goods. (See also mobile plant).
Vicinity a situation where it is unlikely that a person, vehicle or mobile plant will,
either directly or through any conducting medium, come within the relevant safe
approach distances.
V/A Authority
To Work in the Vicinity of Electrical Apparatus
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SECTION 2 TRAINING, AUTHORISATION & DUTIES

2.1 TRAINING
2.1.1 HIGH VOLTAGE CONTROLLER
All HV controllers shall have attended an approved initial HV operator training course conducted by
an accredited Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and have maintained that authorisation by
having refresher training conducted by an accredited RTO at intervals as per any statutory
requirements.
2.1.2HIGH VOLTAGE OPERATOR
All HV operators shall have attended an approved initial HV operator training course conducted by
an accredited RTO and have maintained that authorisation by having refresher training conducted by
an accredited RTO at intervals as per any statutory requirements.
2.1.3AUTHORISED RECIPIENT
All authorised recipients shall have attended an approved initial authorised recipient training course
conducted by an accredited RTO and have maintained that authorisation by having refresher training
conducted by an accredited RTO at intervals as per any statutory requirements.
2.1.4 AUTHORISED TESTER
All authorised testers shall have attended an approved initial authority to receive
SFT training course conducted by an accredited RTO and have maintained that authorisation by
having refresher training conducted by an accredited RTO at intervals as per any statutory
requirements.
2.1.5 AUTHORISED TO ENTER SUBSTATIONS, SWITCHROOMS & TRANSFORMER ENCLOSURES
All authorised persons shall have attended an approved initial competency based training course
conducted by the RTO and have maintained that authorisation by having refresher training annually.
2.1.6 AUTHORISED TO OPERATE A CABLE SPIKING GUN
All authorised persons shall have correct PPE, be trained in the correct operation of the cable spiking
gun and have maintained that authorisation by having refresher training at intervals not exceeding
three years.
2.1.7 RESCUE AND RESUSCITATION
Employees who are required to work where there is a risk of inadvertent contact with live electrical
conductors shall be given appropriate first aid training and thereafter annual competency
assessment (six monthly for Electricians). Training shall include expired air resuscitation, external
cardiac massage, and treatment of burns and methods of release of victims from contact with live
conductors. All contractors working on electrical apparatus shall be trained as above.
All electrical shocks shall be reported to the BAC WHS. Any person who receives an electrical injury
shall be given or seek medical attention promptly. The full effects of an electric shock may not be
immediately apparent but symptoms of internal injuries may be evident at a later time. In the case of
apparent death from electric shock, expired air resuscitation and external cardiac massage shall be
applied to the victim until expert medical attention can be provided. Instructions covering the
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immediate treatment of electrical injury shall be prominently displayed in workshops normally used
by electrical personnel, substations, switchrooms, and enclosures throughout the worksites in
general. Electrical rescue kits can be used for the release of victims from both HV and LV apparatus.
Only appropriately trained personnel should use the rescue kits.
2.2 AUTHORISATION
2.2.1 AUTHORISATION OF PERSONNEL
All personnel involved with the operation of, or work upon the electrical power
system controlled by BAC shall hold the appropriate authorisations and permits. These
authorisations shall be subject to the approval and site authorisation of the BAC Electrical Inspector
or their delegate.
2.2.2 AUTHORISATION OFFICER
The Electrical Inspector or an approved delegate will sign all authorisations.
All authorisations shall be reviewed periodically and any authorisations that are no longer required
shall be withdrawn.
2.2.3 HV SPECIALIST: HIGH VOLTAGE CONTROLLER
Before being authorised to perform the duties of the HV controller the person
Shall have appropriate knowledge and skills base required to satisfactorily fulfil a supervisory role
within BAC. This should include appropriate WHS training, have satisfactorily completed an initial HV
electrical operator training course and have a good working knowledge of the Brisbane Airport HV
and LV electrical systems and a comprehensive knowledge of the BAC network and/or; Have been
trained as a HV electrical operator and demonstrated competence in the skills and knowledge
required of a senior HV electrical operator.
2.2.4 SENIOR HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL OPERATOR
Before being authorised to perform the duties of a senior HV electrical operator, the person shall
have satisfactorily completed an initial HV electrical operator training course and is deemed by the
Electrical Services Asset Manager, to have reached a high level of understanding of the HV and LV
electrical systems to be able to perform the duties of a senior HV electrical operator. This knowledge
shall include, but not be limited to;
Protection philosophies
Awareness of the impact and consequences of any switching
Testing of protection systems
Operation of plant and equipment
Comprehensive knowledge of the Brisbane Airport BAC procedures.
2.2.5 HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL OPERATOR
Before being authorised to perform the duties of an HV operator the person
shall have satisfactorily completed an initial HV electrical operator training
course and is deemed by the Electrical Services Asset Manager to have reached a level of
understanding of the BAC HV and LV electrical system to perform the duties of an HV electrical
operator.
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2.2.6 RESTRICTED HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL OPERATOR

Before being authorised to perform the duties of a restricted HV operator the person shall have
satisfactorily completed an initial HV electrical operator training course and is deemed by the
Electrical Services Asset Manager to have reached a level of understanding of the HV and LV
electrical system to perform the duties of a restricted HV electrical operator.
2.2.7 LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL OPERATOR
Before being authorised to perform the duties of a LV operator the person shall have the
appropriate electrical licence and be deemed by the Electrical Services Asset Manager to have a level
of understanding of the BAC LV electrical system to perform the duties of an LV electrical operator.
2.2.8 AUTHORISED RECIPIENT
An authorised person who has completed a recognised authorised recipient training course and who
is deemed by the HV controller to have reached a satisfactory level of understanding of the BAC HV
and LV electrical system and Brisbane Airport BAC procedures.
An authorised person who is an authorised recipient, has completed a recognised authority to
receive SFT course and who is deemed by the HV controller to have reached a satisfactory level of
understanding of the BAC HV and LV electrical system and Brisbane Airport BAC procedures.
2.2.10 AUTHORISATION CERTIFICATES
All authorised persons shall be issued with written authority certificates signed by the Electrical
Inspector or his delegate that will describe the level and type of authority each person holds. The
authorisations shall be reviewed annually by the Electrical Inspector. Any person who holds an
authorisation that is no longer used or required shall have that authorisation revoked. Failure to
have refresher training will result in the respective authority lapsing and the authority shall be
withdrawn.
2.3 DUTIES
2.3.1 HV SPECIALIST: HIGH VOLTAGE CONTROLLER
Deputise for the Electrical Services Asset Manager
Act as a reference point for management for any decisions, rulings and information
regarding the HV & high energy LV systems Co-ordinate all interface activities with the
power company supply authority and HV customers.
Ensure all HV electrical operators perform their duties in a safe manner and that all Safe
Access Procedures are followed Responsible for the good housekeeping of all HV and LV
installations
Collation and filing of all completed HV permits
Approval of all permits used in the operation of the BAC power system.
Control of all switching on the HV, high energy LV and the interconnected
LV electrical system
Control of all switching on the High energy LV electrical switch boards and
all switching on any switchboards that are directly supplied by transformers
Control of the switching of all 415V transformer and bus tie CBs
Control of all access to all HV substations and transformer enclosures high energy LV
switchrooms and LV switchrooms supplied by transformers
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Ensure all up to date HV electrical drawings are available and displayed in the appropriate
substations, switchrooms and enclosures
Ensure the correct labels are fitted to all electrical apparatus & protection circuits
Approval of all work on, and in the vicinity of, the interconnected HV and LV electrical
system and assets
Approval of all LV work external to the 415V switchrooms that could have
an effect on
a)Loading
b) Essential/ Non-Essential supplies
Ensure all authorised persons and HV operators are advised of all changes to system
conditions and SOPs
Update all SOPs
Control, audit and oversee all HV & LV maintenance under the control of
the AES HV section
Plan all access requirements to the HV & LV system under the control of
the AES HV section
In conjunction with the HV safety training and compliance officer review
and approve any changes to the SAPs on a periodic basis
General security of all HV assets
Assess all HV electrical operators for authorisation
Assess all HV operators for operational authority level increases
Ensure all HV operators & authorised personnel switch & work in a safe
manner as per all HV procedures
Coordinate & facilitate all HV electrical projects & rectify project defects
Approve & plan all system outage
2.3.2 HV SAFETY TRAINING AND COMPLIANCE OFFICER

Deputise for the HV controller
Perform all the duties of an HV electrical operator
Ensure all HV electrical operators perform their duties in accordance with
Brisbane Airport BAC procedures
In conjunction with the HV controller, review and update the Brisbane Airport BAC
procedures on a periodic basis
Ensure all authorisations are current and issued to all authorised personnel
Ensure all authorised persons and HV electrical operators are advised of all changes to
regulated work practices and procedures
Ensure all appropriate safety equipment is available and within test date
Collation of records and maintaining those records for, routine testing of HV safety
equipment (both personnel and operational) and authorised person and HV electrical
training and retraining
Security of substations and switchrooms including the control of any change in door locks
Control of the issue of the keys to all HV and LV switchrooms
Ensure all switchgear operating procedures are up to date and available in each substation
Co-ordinate all substation access training
Checking of Switching Sheets prior to them being used by HV operators
2.3.3 SENIOR HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL OPERATOR
Deputise as required in the position of the HV controller
Assume the duties of the HV controller outside normal working hours
All duties of a HV, restricted HV and LV electrical operator
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Supervise earthing at CB positions

Checking of Switching Sheets prior to them being used by HV operator
2.3.4 HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL OPERATOR

All duties of a restricted HV and LV operator
All HV switching and isolations
All interconnecting LV switching and isolations
Electrical permit issue and cancellation associated with these duties
Ring main unit earthing
2.3.5 RESTRICTED HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL OPERATOR
All duties of a LV operator
High energy LV switching isolations and earthing
Electrical permit issue and cancellation associated with these duties
2.3.6 LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL OPERATOR

Switch and isolate individual LV circuits
Switch and isolate low energy LV switchboards
2.3.7 AUTHORISED RECIPIENT
Work on the HV electrical system under the EAP system
Carry out all work in accordance with the Brisbane Airport BAC procedures

Carry out testing on the HV electrical system under the electrical permit
system
Carry out all work in accordance with the Brisbane Airport BAC procedures
2.3.9 AUTHORISED TO ENTER SUBSTATIONS, SWITCHROOMS & TRANSFORMER ENCLOSURES
Enter all substations, switch rooms and transformer enclosures as designated on their authority.
2.3.10 PERSON AUTHORISED TO OPERATE A CABLE SPIKING GUN
Operate a cable spiking gun on all HV and LV cables.
SECTION 3 ELECTRICAL PERMITS & FORMS

3.1 PERMITS AND FORMS IN USE AT BAC
Operation Application (OA)
Electrical Access Permit (EAP)
HV Test Permit (TP)
Vicinity Authority Permit (V/A)
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3.2 OPERATION APPLICATION

The OA shall be submitted to the HV controller so that access to the electrical system can be
planned. The OA should be submitted to the HV controller a minimum 14 days prior to the requested
access date.
The information that is needed to fill in an OA is:
Whether or not an AWP is required, AWP number (if required)
Corrective or preventative maintenance
Project manager name and contact phone number
Project number
The following check box options:
EAP
Protection Testing
Mechanical Access
V/A
JSA Completed
HV Switching Sheet
Site Visit Completed
Electrical Access.
LV Switching.
Diagram Attached
The OA form also requires the following information;
The date access is required from and to, estimated recall time (to restore
power), location, recipient in charge (RIC), HV diagram, planned work,
apparatus required, applicant name, date, contact mobile phone number of the
applicant.
The bottom section of the form will be filled out by the HV controller after it has
been submitted.
3.3 PERMIT BOOKS
All permit books at BAC shall consist of an original and duplicate copy
The Original copy of any permit shall be kept at the work site.
All permits shall be signed off (when possible) by placing the original
permit back in the permit book so both copies are completed.
If the original permit is lost the work party shall sign off on the duplicate copy
The permit book is to be returned to the storage place provided.
Details of all permits issued and cancelled shall be recorded in the operational log book at
each substation.
All permits when cancelled by the HV operator shall be forwarded to the HV controller for
filing
All completed permits shall be filed and retained for 7 Years
3.4 ELECTRICAL ACCESS PERMIT (EAP)

The following shall be printed clearly and accurately on the EAP
1. Location of permit issue
2. Issue time, day and date
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3. Cancellation time, day and date

3.4.1 PART A
Description of the apparatus to be accessed including by detailed description and/or accepted
industry terminology the limits of this access.
3.4.2 PART B
1. All primary isolations
2. All secondary isolations that will remain unchanged
3. All earthing
4. All notes and warnings to the work party.
5. V/A number (if issued)
6. Any specific warnings of live apparatus if required
7. The general warning: Work party warned of all adjacent alive apparatus
3.4.3 PART C
To be completed and signed by the issuing operator after completing the EAP issue.
3.4.4 PART D
All the recipients shall sign on the EAP prior to commencing work.
3.4.5 PART E
All the recipients shall sign off the EAP as they complete their work.
3.4.6 PART F
The RIC shall record the location of all working earths the work party have applied and
the time the earths are applied and removed.
3.4.7 PART G
To be completed by the RIC who is relinquishing the EAP and the new RIC accepting the EAP
3.4.8 PART H
This part is for any information not necessarily part of the actual permit eg.
1. The operators telephone number, a diagram of phase connections etc.
2. The apparatus is fit for service if required. EAP required again on (Date)
3.4.9 PART I
To be completed and signed by the cancelling operator.
3.5 ISSUE AND CANCELLATION OF EAPs

EAPs shall only be issued and cancelled by approved electrical operators authorised in writing by the
manager or his / her deputy.
The HV EAPs shall be issued when the work to be done requires:
Access to the HV electrical system
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Access to high energy/ LV electrical system

Access to any apparatus that requires HV Isolations
The work to be done may require the issuing of one or more of the following permits.
1. Electrical Access Permit (EAP)
2. Test Permit (TP)
3. Authority to work in the vicinity of electrical apparatus (V/A)
4. Personal safety and service clearance
5. Statement of condition of apparatus / plant (SWITCHING SHEET)
3.5.1 PRIOR TO ISSUE EAP
The electrical operator shall consult with the RIC to ensure
Isolations and Earthing performed meet all requirements as per the work
schedule
Barriers meet all safety considerations while allowing the work party to
carry out their work
All other requirements to be listed on the permit will be adequate for the
work to be carried out
All recipients are authorised or placed in the charge of an authorised recipient
3.5.2 AT THE ISSUE OF AN EAP
At the issue of the EAP the electrical operator shall ensure an Authorised Recipient is in attendance
(when possible) at the issue of the permit then clearly and accurately
Describe all the isolations carried out
Describe all earthing carried out
Indicate the position of all work party earths required
Indicate any earths that can be safely removed during the currency of the
Permit i.e. working earths only.
Describe all notes and special requirements listed on the permit
Warn the work party of all adjacent alive apparatus
Indicate any requirements of other permits involved with this permit
Indicate the position of all barriers and signs
Ensure that all isolations and earthing should be shown to the work party where practicable.
3.5.3 SIGNING ON TO AN EAP

Before the work party sign on to the permit the Authorised Recipient will ensure the
work party:
Understand the apparatus covered by the permit
Understand the limits of the permit
Are satisfied with the precautions taken and are aware of the adjacent alive apparatus.
Can maintain safe approach distances to adjacent alive apparatus while working under the
permit
The operator shall ensure the work party answers these questions before signing on to the
permit.
What apparatus is covered by this permit?
What are the limits of this permit?
Are you satisfied with the precautions taken?
Where is the adjacent alive apparatus?
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Can you remain clear of all live apparatus while working under the terms of the permit?
If the answers to the questions are correct, the issue of the permit can proceed.
If any doubt exists both the electrical operator and RIC or TIC shall seek clarification from the HV
controller. The RIC signs on to accept the permit. All members of the work party sign on the permit.
3.5.4 WORK PARTY RESPONSIBILITIES UNDER EAP
The RIC shall ensure
All members of the work party follow the extent of work and safety procedures as detailed
on the permit/s
That no member of the work party approaches or commences work on the apparatus until
instructed by the RIC
All work party earths that are required are applied before work commences
If the permit conditions need to be altered due to the progress of the work the electrical operator is
immediately contacted, work ceases and if the isolations require changing, then the permit is
cancelled and a new one issued or if the permit can be extended without altering the existing
isolations, the electrical operator endorses the permit and re issues it to the work party
The original copy of the permit is retained on site.
All members who sign on the permit sign off the permit
Any member of the work party who temporarily leaves the work site reports back to the RIC
before approaching the apparatus and restarting work
All work party earths and any other earths requested by the operator are removed at the
completion of the work
Any testing is carried out safely and all members of the work party are protected at all times
It is preferable that a detailed verbal report is given to the electrical operator at the
cancellation of the permit after conclusion of all work
3.5.5 SIGNING OFF EAPs

It is the overall responsibility of the RIC of an EAP to ensure that every one who signs onto
an EAP signs off the EAP when their work on the apparatus is completed.
If a recipient leaves the work site and then returns he / she shall not approach the apparatus
under permit until the RIC reinstructs that recipient on the condition of the apparatus.
Each recipient shall ensure they sign off the EAP as soon as they have completed their work
on the apparatus and understand that at that time the apparatus can be made alive without
any further reference to them and they shall not approach that apparatus unless they sign
back on and the RIC reinstructs the recipient on the condition of the apparatus
There may be occasions arising where recipient/s are not available to sign off, such as if a
recipient has been injured and taken off site for medical treatment, or a recipient has
forgotten to sign off and left the site
The practice of signing off an EAP on behalf of another person is undesirable and should be
avoided.
If at the time of cancellation recipient/s cannot be located the following procedure shall
apply
The RIC shall advise the electrical operator
The site shall be thoroughly searched to ensure the missing recipient/s have left the site
Every reasonable effort shall be made to have the missing recipient/s return to site and sign
off
The HV controller shall be advised
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The HV controller shall be satisfied that every effort has been made to locate the absent
recipient/s and that they will not be able to return to the site and approach the apparatus
that was under EAP
The HV controller shall ensure the absent recipient/s are advised that they have been signed
off the EAP
The HV controller shall instruct the RIC, in the presence of the electrical operator, to sign off
for the absent recipient/s
The RIC shall sign his own name at each absent recipient/s cancellation position on the EAP
The RIC shall then sign off the EAP
The electrical operator shall then cancel the EAP
NOTES
1. At any time the HV controller shall be the responsible Authority
3.5.6 CANCELLATION
The electrical operator shall ensure (preferably in conjunction with the RIC that
All personnel who signed on are signed off the relevant permit/s
All work equipment is removed
All barriers and boards are removed
All Personnel Safety and Service Clearance forms are provided
The apparatus is in a serviceable condition
All earths attached by the work party are removed
That the original copy of the permit is signed off
That the duplicate copy (when applicable) of the permit is signed off
The electrical operator shall then sign, print his/her name fill in the day, date and time.
These details shall be recorded in the substation log book
The completed permit/s are forwarded to the HV controllers office
3.5.7 TRANSFER OF EAPs
The existing RIC completes Section .G of the EAP
3.5.7.1 RIC PRESENT AT TRANSFER
The New RIC completes Section .G of the EAP
3.5.7.1.1 A CURRENT RECIPIENT IS TO TAKE OVER THE EAP
The existing RIC signs off in Section .E of the EAP
3.5.4.12 A NEW RIC NOT SIGNED ONTO THE EXISTING EAP IS TO BE SIGNED ON
The existing RIC or HV operator acting with the RIC.S knowledge issues the EAP to the new
Recipient and he signs on the EAP in Section .D ..
The existing RIC completes Section .G of the EAP.
The New RIC completes Section .G of the EAP
The existing RIC signs off in Section .E of the EAP
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3.5.7.2 RIC NOT PRESENT I.E. INJURED OR ILL

3.5.7.2.1 A CURRENT RECIPIENT IS TO TAKE OVER THE EAP
The existing RIC completes Section .G of the EAP (From & To)
The new RIC now signs off the previous RIC with his/her own signature at
number 1.in section .E.
3.5.7.2.2 NO EXISTING RECIPIENT CONSIDERED EXPERIENCED
ENOUGH TO BE THE NEW RIC
No work can take place until the new Authorised RIC has control of the EAP.
NOTES:
The EAP can only be transferred once.
If the EAP requires a further change of RIC, the EAP shall be cancelled and a new EAP issued.
A TP shall not be transferred.
If the TP requires a change of TIC, the TP shall be cancelled and a new TP issued.
3.5.8 EAP SIGNED OFF, BUT NOT CANCELLED
An EAP may be signed off by the work party, at the conclusion of a days work, when the EAP is
required again for more work to be performed on that apparatus at a later time, provided that
All work party earths are removed
The apparatus is in a safe condition to be returned to service if required
The electrical operator is advised
The EAP is left on site at a location approved by the electrical operator
All recipients have signed off the EAP
The RIC states in part .H on the EAP that .the apparatus is fit for service if required. EAP
required again on (Date)
Note: Generally at BAC electrical apparatus is deemed unserviceable until the EAP has been signed
off and cancelled.
3.5.9 RESUMPTION OF WORK WHEN AN EAP WAS SIGNED OFF, BUT NOT CANCELLED
Before any work commences or the apparatus is approached the RIC shall
Check the EAP has not been cancelled

Check the EAP covers the apparatus to be worked on
Check the precautions taken, apparatus covered, location of points of supply and proximity
of adjacent alive apparatus
Ensure barriers and signs are still correctly positioned
Sign on the EAP and place RIC in brackets after his/her name
Ensure all recipients are reinstructed on all aspects of the EAP
Ensure all recipients sign on the EAP
Ensure all work party earths are attached before the apparatus is approached.
3.5.10 PERMIT TERMINOLOGY

All permits shall include:
The specific descriptions of the apparatus (as per nameplate)
The specific isolation and earthing statements (as per nameplate)
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The notes and special precautions

The general warning and any other warnings as applicable
The apparatus voltage
All entries shall be accurate, clear and legible. (Block letters preferred)
Deletions, alterations and additions made to the initial entries should be avoided, but if
made are to be initialled by the electrical operator. The duplicate copy shall be inspected
after completion to ensure that it is an accurate and legible copy.
3.6 Test Permits (TP)

The following shall be printed clearly and accurately on the TP
Location of TP issue
Issue time, day and date
Cancellation time, day and date
3.6.1 APPARATUS/PLANT COVERED BY TP
This will be a description of the apparatus to be accessed including by detailed description and/or
accepted industry terminology the limits of this access.
3.6.2 CONDITION OF APPARATUS/PLANT AND PRECAUTIONS IN PLACE
This shall contain all the isolations and earthing carried out.
V/A number (if issued)
3.6.3 ISSUE
The electrical operator shall sign the issue of the TP after the issue has taken place.
3.6.4 RECEIPT
The test party shall sign on the TP before the work is started.
3.6.5 RELINQUISHMENT
The test party shall sign off the SFT after the work is completed
The condition of isolation and earthing of the apparatus/plant that has been under test and
if the apparatus or part of the apparatus has passed / not passed the tests, shall be stated in
writing by the TIC
3.6.6 CANCELLATION
The electrical operator shall cancel the TP.
3.7 ISSUE AND CANCELLATION OF TPs
TPs shall only be issued and cancelled by approved electrical operators authorised in writing
by the AES manager or his / her deputy.
The HV TPs shall be issued when the work to be done requires: Testing of apparatus at
voltages considered to be harmful to humans.
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3.7.1 PRIOR TO ISSUE OF TP

Prior to issue of the TP the electrical operator shall consult with the TIC to ensure that:
All the isolations and earthing performed meet the work requirements to be carried out as
per the work schedule
That barriers erected will meet all safety considerations while allowing the work party to
carry out their work
That all other requirements to be listed on the TP will be adequate for the work to be carried
out
All recipients are authorised to receive the TP
A non-authorised recipient cannot be bracketed with the TIC
Every recipient that is going to sign on is in attendance at the issue of the TP (where
possible)
3.7.2 AT THE ISSUE OF TP
At the issue of the TP the electrical operator shall clearly and accurately
Describe all the isolations carried out
Describe all earthing carried out
Indicate the position of all work party earths required
Describe any special requirements listed on the SFT.
Indicate any requirements of other permits involved with this SFT
Indicate the position of all barriers and signs.
NOTE:
All isolations and earthing should be shown to the work party where practicable
3.7.3 SIGNING ON TO AN TP
Before the work party sign on to the TP the electrical operator shall ensure that the work party
Understand the apparatus covered by the TP
Understand the limits of the TP
Are satisfied with the precautions taken
Can maintain safe approach distances to adjacent alive apparatus while working under this
TP
The operator shall ensure the work party answers these questions before signing on to the
TP
What apparatus is covered by this TP
What are the limits of this TP
Are you satisfied with the precautions taken
Are you satisfied that you can remain clear of adjacent live apparatus while working under
the terms of this TP
If these answers are correct, the issue of the TP can proceed. If any doubt exists both the electrical
operator and TIC shall seek clarification from the HV Controller. The TIC signs on to accept the TP All
members of the work party sign on the TP
3.7.4 SFT CANCELLATION
The electrical operator shall ensure (preferably in conjunction with the TIC) that:
All personnel who signed on are signed off the TP
All work equipment is removed
All barriers and boards are removed
All Personal Safety and Service Clearance forms are provided
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The apparatus is in a serviceable condition

All earths attached by the work party are removed
The condition of the apparatus/plant is stated on the TP
A statement as to the serviceability of the apparatus is stated on the TP
That the original copy of the TP is signed off
That the duplicate copy (when applicable) of the TP is signed off
The completed TP is forwarded to the HV Controllers office
3.8 AUTHORITY TO WORK IN THE VICINITY OF ELECTRICAL APPARATUS PERMIT (V/A)

The following shall be printed clearly and accurately on the V/A
1. The name of the person accepting this authority
2. Time and date of issue
3. The work to be carried out and the equipment to be used will be clearly defined.
4. The location, issue and cancellation time, days and dates will be completed
5. The precautions to ensure safety will be stated for example
a) a The EAP number or TP number issued in conjunction with this authority
(if applicable)
b) The barriers and boards erected for the work parties safety.
c) Any other precaution taken
The instructions that the work party shall observe are to be completed
For example
a) Safe approach distances to be observed at all times
b) Hand tools only to be used (e.g. excavation)
c) Everything shall be carried below shoulder height
d) The location of any mobile plant while working
e) The direction of movement of mobile plant while working
f) If a safety observer is required
g) Means of access to the specific area
h) Any other instructions deemed necessary
3.8.1 PRIOR TO ISSUE
The electrical operator shall consult with the recipient to ensure that
The proposed work is the same as stated in the application
The equipment to be used is as stated in the application
The precautions taken will be adequate for the work to be carried out.
The conditions stated on the permit will allow the work to be carried out safely
No electrical equipment or other assets will be damaged while the work is carried out
Safe approach distances to electrical equipment can be maintained
The recipient of the permit will be able to adequately and safely supervise the members of
the work party
3.8.2 SIGNING ON
Before the recipient accepts the V/A the electrical operator will ensure that the recipient
Understands the requirements of the permit
Understands the conditions of the permit.
Is satisfied with the precautions taken
Can maintain safe approach distances to adjacent alive apparatus while working under this
permit.
Can remain clear of other assets while carrying out the work
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Can suitably instruct other members of the work party on the conditions and requirements
of the permit
3.8.3 ISSUE
The V/A shall be signed by the electrical operator at the completion of the issue
3.8.4 ACCEPTANCE
The recipient shall complete the acceptance of the authority including the time and date received
3.8.5 RELINQUISHMENT
The recipient shall complete the relinquishment of the V/A including the time and date relinquished
3.8.6 CANCELLATION
The operator shall cancel the V/A
NOTE:
When a V/A is issued in conjunction with an EAP or SFT, the V/A is issued after the EAP or SFT issue
and cancelled before the EAP or SFT cancellation.
3.9 PERSONNEL SAFETY AND SERVICE CLEARANCE
The following shall be printed clearly and accurately on the clearance form.
3.9.1 PART 1
The name of the electrical operator accepting the clearance.

The apparatus being constructed shall be clearly defined.
3.9.2 PART 2
All work party members shall sign onto this clearance when instructed by the person in charge of
construction. The person in charge of construction shall complete the section stating the work still to
be completed, if further work is required before commissioning, including time, day and date.
3.9.3 PART 3
a) The person in charge of construction shall complete this section when all work is completed
including time, day and date.
bi) Completed by the tester in charge after the SFT is cancelled if the testing is satisfactory, including
time, day and date.
bii) Completed by the operator or tester after all on load tests have been satisfactorily completed,
including time, day and date.
c) Completed by the operator after the apparatus is placed into service, including time, day and date.
3.10 STATEMENT OF CONDITION OF APPARATUS ..PLANT (SWITCHING SHEET)

The following shall be printed clearly and accurately on the SWITCHING SHEET form
The name of the operator the SWITCHING SHEET is issued to.
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3.10.1 PROCEDURE
The isolations and earthing carried out.
The electrical operator then issues the SWITCHING SHEET.

The electrical operator who receives the SWITCHING SHEET signs his acceptance of the
SWITCHING SHEET.
An electrical operator relinquishes the SWITCHING SHEET.
An electrical operator cancels the SWITCHING SHEET.
NOTE:
The issue and cancellation of all EAPs or SFTs should be recorded
on the bottom section of the SWITCHING SHEET.
3.11 THE USE OF ELECTRICAL PERMITS
3.11.1
All EAPs shall be issued to an RIC and at least one other person who is authorised to receive EAPs
(Authorised Recipient).
3.11.2
An issuer of an EAP shall not be the RIC but may sign on the EAP as a recipient.
3.11.3
An authorised recipient can sign onto an EAP as long as the person;
Understands the electrical apparatus covered by the EAP
Understands the limits of the EAP
Is satisfied with the precautions taken
Is aware of the adjacent alive apparatus
Can remain clear of the adjacent alive apparatus while working under the terms of the EAP
3.11.4
A non authorised person (NAR) may be signed onto an EAP as long as the person understands;
The instructions given on what approach is permitted to the electrical apparatus
The instructions given on what activity is permitted to be taken in relation to the electrical
apparatus
They agree to the continuous and dedicated supervision of a nominated authorised recipient
3.11.5
For electrical work an authorised recipient can only be in direct charge of one non-authorised
recipient and a Recipient in Charge cannot be in direct charge of any non-authorised recipients
3.11.6
For mechanical work an EAP can be issued to an authorised Recipient in Charge on his own who can
be in direct charge of any number of non-authorised recipients. No electrical work or the application
or removal of earths can be performed under any circumstances.
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3.11.7
An EAP can be transferred once to a new RIC.
3.11.8
Access to any apparatus that requires HV isolation shall be carried out under the EAP procedure.
Access to any high Energy Low voltage apparatus shall be carried out under the EAP procedure.
NOTE:
An EAP is not required to change the tap position on an isolated transformer where the tapping
switch is on the side of a transformer with exposed connections or is an external switch on a sealed
transformer.
3.11.9
When more than one EAP is on issue on the same apparatus, then, those documents shall be
cross-referenced.
3.11.10
Amendments to Part A of the EAP can be made providing there is not a requirement to alter existing
isolation points and both the RIC and electrical operator are in agreement that safety is not
compromised. Any amendment requiring a change in an isolation point requires the original permit
to be cancelled and a new EAP to be issued. Any alterations that are required for an SFT shall require
the original SFT to be cancelled and a new SFT to be issued.
3.11.11
Additional recipients can be signed onto an EAP or SFT by the RIC or TIC respectively or by HV
operator acting with their permission.
3.11.12
An EAP can be issued to a single authorised recipient when the recipient is performing a supervisory
role and the EAP on the apparatus is issued as a safety precaution for other work in the vicinity of
that apparatus i.e. mechanical work (See 3.9.6)
Note:
No electrical work can be performed on that apparatus or earths applied or removed.
3.11.13
Any authorised person can recommend to the RIC or TIC that a recipient of an EAP or TP be excluded
from the EAP or TP if that recipient is considered to be acting in an unsafe manner.
3.11.14
Following a temporary cessation of work or an absence from the work site the recipient of an EAP or
TP shall report to the RIC or TIC before approaching the apparatus under EAP or TP.
3.11.15
TPs shall be issued when, for the purposes of testing, it is necessary to work on electrical apparatus
in such a manner that the prescribed procedure relating to an EAP shall be waived in order that the
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electrical apparatus may be made alive at, HV or at a voltage or a current considered hazardous,
from either normal or test sources. (This does not include meggering).
3.11.16
All TPs shall be issued to a TIC and at least one other person who is authorised to receive TPs.
3.11.17
An TP and an EAP shall not be on issue on the same electrical apparatus simultaneously.
3.11.18
Only one TP shall be issued on the same apparatus at any time.
3.11.19
A TP shall not be signed off and reinstated at a later date. When all recipients have signed off, the TP
shall be cancelled by the electrical operator. If an TP is required on the same apparatus at a later
time a new TP shall be issued.
3.11.20
Disconnection and reconnection can be carried out under an TP.
3.11.21
No apparatus will be Hi-Pot Tested on site without an TP.
3.11.22
Non-authorised persons may be signed onto an TP under the supervision of an authorised person.
3.11.23
A TP shall not be transferred.
3.11.24
The same conditions as those that apply to EAPs described above under electrical work shall apply.
3.11.25
A TP cannot be issued to a lone tester or a tester cannot work alone under a TP.
3.11.26
A missing recipient shall be signed off as per the procedure for an EAP.
3.11.27
A V/A is to be issued to a recipient who shall then fully instruct the work group on the task to be
carried out.
3.11.28
A V/A is to consider all safety aspects of the tasks to be performed.
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For example,
Excavation
Use of cranes mobile plant
Limits of approach
Earthing of plant
Notices and barriers
Limiting of access
Use of tools
Any other aspect that influences the safety of the work task shall be considered.
3.11.29
A V/A shall be issued after the issue of an EAP or TP and cancelled before the cancellation of the EAP
or TP.
3.11.30
When a V/A is issued in conjunction with another access authority then both documents shall be
cross-referenced.
3.11.31
A V/A can only be on issue for a maximum of 30 days.
3.11.32
A SWITCHING SHEET/OA shall be issued or received when any isolations and earthing take place at
the points of supply involving an interface with power supply authority.
3.12 OUT OF COMMISSION
HV electrical apparatus may be declared .out of commission when:
Disconnected from all sources of supply by the physical removal of sufficient conductor to
provide a break of a length appropriate to the voltage and the insulating medium and where
applicable, prevented from rotation by a prime mover.
A written statement on an .out of commission form declares that the apparatus is out of
commission. The form is completed by the contractor carrying out the work, given to the HV
operator and forwarded to the HV controller, after the work is completed to establish this
condition, and the EAP or SFT is cancelled. The .out of commission form shall accurately
describe the apparatus, the isolations carried out and the condition of the all the relevant
auxiliary equipment (eg control circuits).
Out of commission apparatus may be approached and worked upon without the issue of an
EAP provided the limits of approach to adjacent
HV apparatus are not infringed during the performance of the work
Any testing of out of commission apparatus that, if that apparatus was in service, would
require the issue of an SFT shall be carried out under an SFT. The apparatus shall be recommissioned and an SFT issued.
The work party is responsible for the correct identification of the out of commission
apparatus.
3.12.1 RE-COMMISSIONING
A HV clearance form shall be raised whenever the out of commission apparatus needs to be
returned to service and the original out of commission form completed in the bottom section.
All HV and Pilot cables shall be capped and sealed in an approved manner.
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3.13 PRE COMMISSION CHECK LIST

3.13.1 STANDARD
Pre-commission checklist forms shall be completed before any substation is activated.
3.13.2 PROCEDURE
These forms shall be completed by the electrical operator prior to activation of the
substation.
The completed forms are to be forwarded to the HV controller.
These forms are to be used by the HV controller to ensure all non-completed or

temporary conditions are completed.
SECTION 4 SUBSTATIONS, SWITCHROOMS, TRANSFORMER ENCLOSURES & HV CABLE TUNNELS

4.1 ENTRY
4.1.1 AUTHORISED PERSON SUBSTATION ENTRY
An authorised person is a person specifically authorised in writing by the manager, or delegated
officer to carry out duties, involving access to substations, switchrooms, transformer enclosures and
HV cable tunnels. To become authorised a person shall have successfully completed a BAC induction
and HV course by an approved RTO.
Only authorised persons shall enter these areas unsupervised.
4.1.2 UNAUTHORISED PERSON SUBSTATION ENTRY
Unauthorised persons may only enter HV substations, switchrooms, transformer enclosures and HV
cable tunnels when accompanied by an authorised person or under the supervision of an authorised
person. The unauthorised person cannot perform any electrical or mechanical work.
4.1.4 NOTIFICATION OF VISIT
No person shall enter a substation, switchroom or transformer enclosure without informing the
Electrical Inspector or their delegate of their intention, expected duration and purpose of the visit.
They shall inform, as above, on the completion of that visit
4.1.5 DURATION OF VISIT
The duration of the visit to a substation, switchroom or transformer enclosure shall be kept to
the minimum amount of time to safely carry out the duties involved.
4.1.6 REQUIREMENTS
The substation shall not, under any circumstances be used as a thoroughfare or storeroom.
All pedestrian exit/entry doors are to be secured in the open position Substation security is
to be maintained at all times
Substation exit/entry doors are to be locked when no one is in attendance At least one
mobile phone is to be on site at all times
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The substation, switchroom or transformer enclosure name, location and building number is
to be noted in case of an emergency
If there is any arcing, strange noise or burning smell noticed the area is to be immediately
evacuated, doors locked closed and the Electrical Inspector immediately notified. In the
absence or unavailability of the Electrical Inspector the on call Electrical person notified.
All work inside/around substations, switchrooms or transformer enclosures that are
designated .security restricted areas require an appropriate ASIC pass which is to be
displayed at all times
Any visitor accompanying an ASIC pass holder shall at all times display an extended visitors
card or visitor pass
If any circuit breaker or switch is accidentally operated the Electrical Inspector shall be
immediately notified. In the absence or unavailability of the Electrical Inspector the on call
Electrical person notified.
The Electrical Inspector the on call Electrical person notified, is to be notified at the end of
each days work and the completion of the task
The substation, transformer enclosure or switchroom is to be left in a clean and tidy
condition at the end of the task and all entry/exit doors locked closed
Switchboards that are not under permit shall not have any liquid cleaning agents applied to
them
No person is to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs
Permission to enter a substation, transformer enclosure or switchroom shall be obtained
from an authorised BAC representative
4.1.7 WORKING IN A SUBSTATION, SWITCHROOM, TX ENCLOSURE or HV CABLE TUNNEL

Before any work is to commence in or around these areas a risk assessment form shall be
completed
If work is required to be carried out in these areas an OA shall be forwarded to the HV
controller. \No work is permitted in these areas without a current V/A
4.1.8 VISITING A SUBSTATION, SWITCHROOM OR TX ENCLOSURE OR HV CABLE TUNNEL
When personnel are visiting these areas all panels of electrical switchboards, not under
permit shall be closed so that no bare connections are exposed.
Live cables or switchboards are not to be walked upon, have ladders leant against or foreign
objects placed upon them.
An authorised person shall accompany unauthorised visiting personnel to allow access.
4.2 MINIMUM PPE AND CLOTHING REQUIREMENTS
4.2.1 PURPOSE
The purpose of this procedure is to ensure that the relevant personal protective equipment is
available and used by personnel entering substations enclosures and switchrooms.
4.2.2 GENERAL
All personnel working on or in the vicinity of electrical apparatus shall be clothed in an approved manner for
protection against possible exposure to electric shock, arc-flash, explosion or other injury and shall be
worn by all personnel when working in or entering live substations, enclosures, switchrooms and on or in
the vicinity of HV cables.
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4.2.3 CLOTHING REQUIREMENTS

No synthetic materials to be worn, eg acetate, nylon, polyester, polypropylene, rayon etc. whether
alone or combined with cotton. Covering synthetic garments with a cotton dust coat does not offer
any protection under arc flash conditions. The synthetic material would still stick to a persons skin.
4.2.4 PERSONNEL NOT UNDERTAKING WORK (VISITING)
Any person that enters a substation, switchroom or transformer enclosure shall be attired as
follows:
Clothing providing cover from neck to wrists to ankles
Hard hat (AS1800:1998 and AS 1801:1997)
Eye Protection (AS 1336:1997 and AS 1337:1992)
Sturdy covered footwear
Hearing protection if determined necessary after a risk assessment, when generators are
running for example
4.2.5 PERSONNEL UNDERTAKING WORK (OTHER THAN ELECTRICAL)
Any person required to work in a Substation, Switchroom or Transformer
Enclosure shall be attired as follows:
100% cotton clothing providing cover from neck to wrists to ankles
Hard hat (AS1800:1998 and AS 1801:1997)
Safety shoes or boots (AS2210:1994)
Hearing protection, if determined necessary after a risk assessment, when generators are
running for example
4.2.6 PERSONNEL UNDERTAKING ELECTRICAL WORK
Any person required to carry out electrical work in a Substation, Switchroom or
Transformer Enclosure shall be attired as follows:
100% cotton clothing which has properties not inferior to 185gsm
providing cover from neck to wrists to ankles
Hard hat (AS1800:1998 and AS 1801:1997)
running for example
NOTE:
Personnel working within 700mm of energised equipment shall carry out a risk assessment and
apply other measures to control the risk. This may involve the selection of additional clothing layers
for protection in the form of overalls, jackets, full length dust coats. These additional layers of
clothing shall be 100% cotton or natural fibres, or alternatively be made of a material specifically
designed to have flame resistant properties, eg. Nomex
4.2.7 PERSONNEL CARRYING OUT ELECTRICAL SWITCHING OPERATIONS
Any person required to carry out electrical switching operations shall be attired
as follows
100% cotton clothing which has properties not inferior to 185gsm
providing cover from neck to wrists to ankles
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Additional protective layers of clothing such as overalls, 100% wool jumper or flame
retardant switching coats
Hard hat (AS1800:1998 and AS 1801:1997)
Face Shield, if determined necessary after a risk assessment, when switching non fault
contained apparatus for example
High Voltage insulating gloves (AS 2225) rated for the voltage present
running for example
4.2.8 RESCUE KITS

A HV/LV rescue kit is required when work is to be performed when electrical equipment in the
substations, switchrooms, transformer enclosures and cable tunnels containing HV cables is alive.
The rescue kit shall be located in each LV switchroom and unpacked ready for use when LV electrical
work is being carried out.
The rescue kit contents are as follows:
Crook
Fire blanket
First aid kit for the treatment of burns
Torch
HV tested rubber gloves
4.3 BARRIERS AND SIGNS
4.3.1 INTRODUCTION
The purpose of these guidelines is to ensure that adequate warning signs and or barriers are
provided to prevent personnel working on or in the vicinity of HV apparatus and other electrical
apparatus from contacting adjacent alive apparatus. For the purpose of general identification of
those areas where a warning is necessary warning barriers and signs shall be used. Situations where
there is an immediate and probable risk of contact with live electrical apparatus shall, where
practicable, are defined by the use of danger barriers and/or signs.
4.3.2 SIGNS
4.3.2.1 UNDER ACCESS PERMIT
Under access permit signs have white letters on green background. They are used to define
equipment in an area where HV procedures are being performed under EAP. The signs will be placed
on equipment under EAP.
4.3.2.2 ALIVE
Alive signs have white letters on a red background. They are used to define the apparatus that is live
and will be placed on apparatus adjacent to equipment being worked on or where work is being
conducted adjacent to other live apparatus.
4.3.2.3 UNDER SANCTION FOR TEST
Under sanction for test signs have red letters on a white background. They are used to define
equipment in an area where HV procedures are being performed under sanction for test.
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4.3.2.4 PLANT PROHIBITION

Plant prohibition signs are to be used in conjunction with warning barriers to control the movement
of mobile plant in and around substations, switchrooms and transformer enclosures.
4.3.3 BARRIERS
4.3.3.1 WARNING BARRIERS
Warning barriers are yellow or yellow and black chain on yellow or black posts.
4.3.3.1.1 GENERAL USES

To be placed to control pedestrian and vehicle movement adjacent to HV apparatus
To be provided where necessary to prevent work party personnel from inadvertently
entering an area containing live apparatus
To be provided where necessary to prevent mobile plant from inadvertently entering an
area containing live apparatus
4.3.3.1. SPECIFIC USES
Warning barriers shall be used, where practicable, for the following EAP.S where work on
electrical apparatus is being performed:
Transformers in a substation, enclosure or switchroom where there is more than one
transformer or other electrical apparatus is installed
HV cables in indoor substations at the rear of HV switch banks
HV cables in indoor substations at the front or rear of, as appropriate for RMU.S
A HV bus where more than one HV bus or other electrical apparatus is installed
An LV bus where more than one LV bus or other electrical apparatus is installed.
At any time the HV operator deems it will enhance the safety of the work party
At the work Parties request
4.3.3.1. OPTIONAL USES

For CB permits the use of warning barriers is optional and subject to the agreement between
the HV operator and the work party.
For work at any kiosk substation the use of warning barriers is optional and subject to the
agreement between the HV operator and the work party.
For V/As
In any indoor substation, switchroom, transformer enclosure, HV cable tunnel
To control mobile plant in any substation, switchroom, transformer enclosure, HV cable
tunnel or airport lighting equipment room
To control mobile plant in the vicinity of any substation, switchroom, transformer enclosure,
HV cable tunnel or where the risk assessment considers it necessary
4.3.3.2 DANGER BARRIERS
Danger barriers are red or red and white on white posts. Rope or nylon cord can
be used when stands are not suitable.
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4.3.3.2.GENERAL USES
To be placed to restrict all personnel from entering the area within the
boundary of the barrier, except personnel signed onto a TP on that
particular apparatus.
4.3.3.2.2 RULES
Not to be crossed for any reason

Barriers are to be affixed to stands of the corresponding barrier colour
Warning and danger barriers cannot be continuous from one to the other or mounted on
the same stands
Barriers and signs are to be put in place where required by the HV operator before any
permit or SFT is issued
The work party cannot alter or remove any barriers or signs without the prior approval of
the operating authority
Under access permit signs and danger barriers shall be removed as soon as the permit or SFT
is cancelled
Signs and barriers and stands are to be securely stored
4.4 SUBSTATION OPERATIONAL LOG BOOK

4.4.1 GENERAL
A logbook shall be kept in each substation. All authorised HV operators are responsible for recording
all operations. This recording is mandatory after switching apparatus, carrying out earthing,
switching transformer supplied LV buses, high energy LV switchroom operations and/or permit
issues/cancellations have been completed. All operational interface actions with the supply authority
shall also be recorded.
4.4.2 HIGH VOLTAGE OPERATORS
The following shall be recorded. The wording shall be as close as possible to
standard wording.
All High Voltage isolations
All closing & tripping of HV CBs
All transformer, LV CBs and switches
All LV bus tie CBs & switches
All LV isolations associated with access to HV Apparatus and with access to LV buses isolated
by HV switching
All HV & LV earthing
All permits issued & cancelled within substations
All SWITCHING SHEETS issued and received
All permits cancelled
All changes to any substation or part of the HV system relevant to that substation
All changes to the LV system relevant to that substation
Condition of the HV substation / system (C.O.S.) will state any abnormalities that exist, any
permits outstanding and any relevant information to be noted at the end of each day when
switching or permit work is carried out.
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4.4.3 AUTHORISED PERSONNEL

All authorised personnel shall record all information relevant to that substation or switchroom
This shall include:
Persons name, time of arrival and departure
Description of work performed
Any changes in condition
Any protection changes
Any items replaced Any other relevant information
This recording is mandatory after the work is completed or any changes have been made
whether temporary or permanent before the authorised person leaves the substation
4.4.4 OTHER PERSONNEL
All personnel who enter and/or perform any activity in the substation are responsible for the
recording of this information in the log book
This shall include:
Persons name, time of arrival and departure
Description of work performed Any changes in condition
Any items replaced
Any other relevant information
4.4.5 LOG BOOK SET OUT

4.4.5.1 HIGH VOLTAGE OPERATORS
Day Date
Time of individual switching steps. (Earths Highlighted in red)
Time of EAP issue/cancellation, EAP number, recipient in charge and location.
The operators signature or initials
The Condition of the HV substation / system, (C.O.S.) on completion of each day's switching /
permit activities.
4.4.5.2 AUTHORISED PERSONNEL
Day & Date
Persons Name
Work performed
Change made etc.
The condition of substation / system, (C.O.S.), if the operational performance is affected
Time and signature on leaving the substation or switchroom
4.4.5.3 OTHER PERSONNEL
Day & date
Persons name
Work performed
The persons signature or initials on leaving the substation or switchroom
4.6 SAFE APPROACH DISTANCES

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4.6.1 BASIC SAFETY PRINCIPLE

Persons working on or in the vicinity of HV electrical apparatus, or operating vehicles or mobile plant
in such vicinity, shall observe appropriate safe approach distances to the HV electrical apparatus.
4.6.2 GENERAL
Personnel shall only approach live HV electrical apparatus when it is necessary and shall avoid
contact with parts that are not regarded as alive or HV apparatus that can be made alive. Necessary
approach shall be limited to the time required to carry out the work.
When planning work near live exposed conductors, including the use of mobile plant, the
responsible person shall ensure that the proposed work can be carried out without infringing the
appropriate safe approach distances.
4.6.3 SAFE APPROACH DISTANCES
Safe approach distances are in accordance with national guidelines (NENS).
The safe approach distances stated herein are applicable for ordinary persons, instructed persons &
authorised persons. The safe approach distances are based on an .exclusion zone principle. This
principle defines an area around the electrical apparatus into which no part of a person, vehicle,
mobile plant or object (other than approved insulated objects) may encroach. When working at
these distances, work practices shall be established to ensure persons, vehicles, mobile plant and
unapproved objects do not enter the exclusion zone.
Unnecessary approach to electrical apparatus or unnecessary contact with parts not regarded as live
shall be avoided. Necessary approach to electrical apparatus shall be kept to a minimum and shall be
restricted to the period required to perform the work. These safe approach distances are based on
work being carried out from a stable surface or platform.
4.6.3.1 SAFE APPROACH DISTANCES FOR PERSONS

TABLE 1
NOMINAL PHASE TO PHASE AC VOLTAGE (kV) ORDINARY PERSONS (Millimetres) INSTRUCTED
PERSONS & AUTHORISED PERSONS
(Notes 1, 2 & 4) (Millimetres) Up to & including 33kV with no consultation with the Network
operator 3000 (Note 3)
Not Applicable LV after consultation with Network operator 1000 (Note 3)
Above LV & up to & including 33kV after consultation with Network operator 2000 (Note3)
Equal to or less than 1kV AC or 1.5kV DC Refer above Instructed Person/s No Contact.
Authorised Person/s Insulated Contact Only.
11kV 2000 700
22kV 2000 700
33kV 2000 700
NOTES
1. Deliberately avoid movements that could result in distances being infringed.
2. These distances specified are based on work from a stable surface. Appropriate allowance shall be
made for conductor sag & sway.
3. These figures labelled after consultation with network operator are recommended as the safe
approach distance that shall be advised to ordinary persons following review of the activity including
risk assessment. It is recognised that ordinary persons may not be able to distinguish between HV &
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LV conductors. Consultation is required to determine the operating voltage of the electrical

apparatus so that an ordinary person can be advised of the appropriate safe approach distance and
its application. For approach closer than these distances, an ordinary person would need to become
an instructed person.
4. An appropriate hazard & risk assessment shall be completed for work at these approach
distances.
4.6.3.2 VEHICLES OR MOBILE PLANT OPERATED BY ORDINARY PERSONS

An ordinary person in charge of the work shall, through all persons engaged in the work, ensure that
no part of a vehicle or mobile plant, its gear and load is placed or moved within the distances shown.
TABLE 2
NOMINAL PHASE TO PHASE AC VOLTAGE (kV)
SAFE APPROACH DISTANCES FOR VEHICLES OR MOBILE PLANT OPERATED BY ORDINARY PERSONS
(Note 1 & 2)
(Millimetres)
Low Voltage 3000 mm
Above LV, up to & including 33kV 3000mm
NOTES
1. All distances specified are based on work from a stable surface. Appropriate allowance shall be
made for conductor sag & sway and for uncontrolled movement of vehicles or plant, due to any
reason.
2. Including insulated elevating work platforms.
distances.
4.6.3.3
VEHICLES OR MOBILE PLANT OPERATED BY INSTRUCTED OR AUTHORISED PERSONS
An instructed or authorised person in charge of the work shall, through all persons engaged in the
work, ensure that the mobile plant, its gear and load shall not approach live conductors and / or
electrical apparatus within the distances shown.
TABLE 3
MOBILE PLANT UNINSULATED PORTIONS OPERATED BY INSTRUCTED OR AUTHORISED PERSONS
MOBILE PLANT INSULATED PORTIONS OPERATED BY INSTRUCTED OR AUTHORISED PERSONS
(Millimetres)
Low Voltage 1000 Contact
Above LV, up to & including 33kV
700mm
NOTES
reason.
2. A safety observer is required.
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distances.
4.6.3.4 VEHICLES OPERATED BY INSTRUCTED OR AUTHORISED PERSONS

An instructed or authorised person in charge of the work shall, through all persons engaged in the
work, ensure that a vehicle shall not approach live conductors and / or electrical apparatus within
the distances shown.
TABLE 4
VEHICLES OPERATED BY INSTRUCTED OR AUTHORISED PERSONS
(Millimetres)
Low Voltage 600
Above LV, up to & including 33kV 700
NOTES
reason.
distances.
4.7 ELECTRICAL POWER SYSTEM ACCESS

4.7.1 GENERAL
Access to the HV and high energy LV electrical power system at Brisbane airport can be for planned
work or as the result of an unplanned (emergency) event.
During normal working hours all planned or unplanned work will be approved and organised by the
HV controller, his / her deputy. After hours all unplanned work will be approved in consultation with
the HV controller or his / her deputy as necessary.
4.7.2 PLANNED WORK
Planned work irrespective of whether or not an interruption is involved may require an Airport
Works Plan (AWP). HV Works Planning Department can provide information on when a PTW is
required. If a PTW is required it shall be lodged at least 10 working days prior to the date of
commencement of the work with the HV Works Planning Department and sent to other interested
stake holders. The AWP Number is to be conveyed to the HV controller as soon as it has been
approved. An OA shall be lodged with the HV controller at least
14 days prior to the date of commencement of the work. The O/A shall preface the SASI to provide
the relevant information to an HV Operator
The OA & SASI shall be checked by at least one (preferably two) authorised
AES HV Operators and rechecked by the HV Controller before it is issued to a
HV Operator.
The HV controller shall forward the checked SASI and OA to the DMM at least 7 days prior to the due
date of the switching for checking. If customer interruption
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is involved the applicant shall arrange an AWP and notify the customers of the interruption date and
duration. This information shall be included on the OA.
The HV controller shall be notified of any changes to the interruption time prior to the planned
outage taking place. All switching and associated duties shall be carried out in accordance with these
SAPs.
4.7.3 UNPLANNED (EMERGENCY) WORK

The DMM shall be notified of all emergency situations. All emergency work shall be approved by the
DMM. No AWP is required. An emergency SASI shall be produced. Any customers that may be
affected shall be verbally notified of the estimated interruption and restoration times if time
permits.
If the estimated restoration time significantly exceeds the time advised to the customer/s, all
reasonable attempts shall be made to advise the affected customer/s.
The DMM shall advise the HV controller as soon as practicable of any unplanned (emergency) work
that occurs.
4.8 SUBSTATION MAINTENANCE, INSPECTIONS & AUDITING

4.8.1 GENERAL
All substations will be inspected by the AES HV section on a six monthly basis.
4.8.2 MAINTENANCE
All HV apparatus shall be maintained as per the preventative maintenance schedule set out for each
particular substation 1, 2, 4 & 8 yearly all transformers to have oil samples taken annually all
substations shall be cleaned on a regular basis as per the standard contract. (3 monthly: more often
if required).
4.8.3 INSPECTION
This is in addition to the regular inspection carried out when any authorised person visits a
substation in the course of their normal work.
4.8.4 SIX MONTHLY INSPECTIONS
The six monthly inspections shall consist of the following work
1. All floor and ground areas to be kept as clean as possible, and free of debris. Special consideration
shall be given to the area of operation around the switchgear.
2. All exits and surrounding outdoor areas are to be checked to ensure clear safe exit paths are
maintained
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3. Non-operational equipment is not to be stored in substations, switch rooms and transformer
enclosures. Non-operational equipment is to be removed.
4. All equipment, switching, warning and cable labels to be cleaned.
5. All damaged labels to be replaced with temporary labels and new labels ordered.
6. All existing temporary labels to be followed up to ensure the permanent labels have been
ordered.
7. All single line diagrams to be checked to ensure they are current. New ones ordered if they are
out of date.
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8. All warning signs to be cleaned.

9. Report any environment damage.
10. Check transformers for oil leaks
11. Check switchgear gauges for gas and oil leaks
12. All indicating lights and neons to be checked. Globes replaced where necessary
13. All fault indicators checked that they are reset
14. Check fire extinguishers are in place and in test date
15. Check automatic fire protection systems have been tested
16. Check substation security
17. All substations and switchgear to be checked for vermin proofing
18. All transformer enclosures checked for weeds and rubbish
4.8.5 AUDITING
The HV system and LV Switch rooms shall be audited on a 5 yearly basis by an external auditor.
4.9 HIGH ENERGY LOW VOLTAGE

4.9.1 GENERAL
High energy LV is considered to be where fault current levels exceed 2kA.
Special precautions shall be considered. Apparatus covered under HV EAP system is the LV mains
that join a HV transformer to the main LV switchboard and include the main incoming LV switch or
CB and the substation 21 & 22 433V switch rooms. When the HV Section is performing work under
its control access to these LV systems requires isolation and earthing at the transformer 11kV CB or
Switch position in the HV switchroom and the LV apparatus in their respective LV switch rooms.
Locking, tagging and earthing shall be carried out and a HV EAP shall be issued. High energy LV
apparatus beyond the first switchboard supplied by the transformer shall be isolated, locked out and
tagged in accordance with .LV electrical code of practice. When the AES section is controlling work
on this apparatus an LV EAP shall be issued.
Fault currents of up to 20 times the rated current of the supply transformer can flow for short times
during fault conditions. Arcs that are produced under these conditions have the energy to cause
1. An explosion
2. Melt metallic switchboard cubicles
3. Cause severe burns to the skin
4. Cause flash burns to the face and eyes
5. Circuit protection may not operate in all circumstances.
4.9.2 PLANNING & RISK ASSESSMENT
Where work is to be carried out in high energy LV areas an assessment shall be made so work is
planned to minimise the risk of inadvertent contact with live electrical equipment. All factors that
reflect on safe working procedures shall be considered for example proximity to live electrical
equipment, prospective fault levels, site conditions, weather conditions, work environment, noise,
etc.
Consideration shall be given to the consequences of any inadvertent operation whilst working on
live electrical equipment that may affect the safe operation of other equipment remote from the
work site and affecting the safety of others.
The operation of control devices, standby generators, non-electrical equipment for example. Any
work being performed in the vicinity of electrical equipment shall be organised in such a way as to
eliminate any conceivable risk of any person either performing work or accidentally entering work
areas, to come in contact with live electrical equipment. Live work on live switchboards shall be the
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last alternative. Every effort will be made to de-energise the switchboard. An LV rescue kit shall be
on the work site and set up. Suitable safety apparel shall be worn such as PPE as per work in the
vicinity of HV apparatus. Barriers and signs shall be used, where practicable, to indicate to work
parties the condition of the apparatus.
4.9.3 WORK ON LIVE SWITCHBOARDS
An extensive risk assessment shall be carried out before any live work is performed. Any
persons undertaking work on live electrical equipment shall be skilled and competent in the
work to be carried out
A safety observer shall be used when working on or close to live electrical equipment
Suitable safety apparel shall be worn, i.e. Clothing as per work in the vicinity of or on HV
apparatus, hard hat, safety boots, eye protection.
Only tools and equipment approved and appropriate for the work to be carried out shall be
used.
Suitable insulating barriers shall be used where possible Barriers and signs shall be in place
to prevent all non-essential personnel from entering the area
An extensive briefing of the work party and safety observer by the HV controller or his
representative shall be performed before any work is carried out.
The appropriate rescue kit shall be provided and set up
4.9.4 WORK ON DE-ENERGISED SWITCHBOARDS
An extensive risk assessment shall be carried out before any live work is performed.
A safety observer shall be used when working close to other live electrical equipment.
Suitable safety apparel shall be worn, i.e. Clothing as per work in the vicinity of or on HV
apparatus.
Hardhat, safety boots or shoes, suitable eye protection.
Only tools and equipment approved and appropriate for the work to be carried out shall be
used.
Barriers and signs shall be in place to prevent all non-essential personnel
from entering the area
An EAP shall be issued
The apparatus shall be tested, earthed or bonded as appropriate
The appropriate rescue kit shall be provided
The following areas are defined as high energy LV:
The bus way system
Switchboards directly connected to a distribution transformers
Switchboards in the customers LV switch rooms.
4.9.5 LIVE TESTING
A risk assessment shall be carried out before any live testing is performed.
Any person performing live testing shall be suitably trained and authorised for that work. Suitable
insulating barriers shall be used where appropriate.
4.10 ELECTRICAL HAZARDS

The known potential hazards resulting from contact with exposed electrical apparatus or as a result
of the failure of electrical apparatus in substations, switchrooms, transformer enclosures, cable
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tunnels and cable pits under the control of HV. The hazards listed herein are the known hazards that
exist at Brisbane Airport and may not be the only hazards present.
Electrocution.
Electric Arc Flash.
Burns
Percussion.
Physical Injury.
Resultant Fires
Explosion
These locations are known to have the potential to expose personnel to the hazards listed above
HV substations.
LV switch rooms
Transformer enclosures.
HV and LV cable pits
Any point where HV & LV cables are being or have been exposed
4.11 SECURITY
Security of substations, switchrooms and transformer enclosures is the responsibility of the HV
controller. All access doors of HV substations, switchrooms and transformer enclosures shall be
locked when they are unattended.
4.11.1 KEYS
Only authorised persons shall be issued with keys to substations, switchrooms and transformer
enclosures. The issue of keys is the responsibility of the Electrical Inspector.
4.11.2 WORK IN SUBSTATIONS, SWITCHROOMS & TRANSFORMER ENCLOSURES
ENCLOSURES
When work is being performed all persons in the work party shall ensure the security of substations,
switchrooms and transformer enclosures is maintained preventing unauthorised access. Supervision
of open or unlocked access doors or access points that have been established shall be maintained at
all times.
When the work is temporarily suspended, all substation, switchroom and transformer enclosure
access doors or established access points, shall be locked or secured as appropriate. The erection of
suitable barriers and signs shall be carried out as per operational procedures or where necessary.
SECTION 5 SWITCHING OPERATIONS

5.1 SAFE OPERATING IN SUBSTATIONS
5.1.1 INTRODUCTION
When a fault occurs in a substation, either HV or LV, the resultant damage is usually of a significant
nature and can involve substation implosion.
To avoid or at least limit injury to personnel and to reduce damage to equipment the following rules
shall apply when all operations are being carried out.
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1. No personnel, other than the electrical operators or safety observer involved in the switching
operations, shall be in any substation when switching and earthing is being carried out
2. The second electrical operator or observer shall remain well clear as each operation is carried out.
3. If the HV or LV operation requires the simultaneous attention of two electrical operators, i.e. hand
application of earths and earthing at CB positions, then a safety observer shall be in place outside the
substation.
4. All access doors/gates to substations shall be restrained in the open position in a manner that
precludes accidental closure.
5. All access ways and emergency exit paths shall be clear.
6. Whenever possible suspect apparatus shall be energised from a remote switching point.
5.1.2 PRINCIPLES
Only authorised persons shall undertake switching and associated duties on HV and High Energy LV
apparatus. Electrical operators whose training, duties and instructions cover the particular apparatus
shall perform switching and associated duties on HV and High Energy LV apparatus. The available
information regarding circuit conditions shall be considered prior to any switching operations being
performed. No apparatus shall be operated if it is inappropriate for the duty to be performed. No
apparatus shall be operated outside the manufacturers ratings. Verification of the correct operation
of all switchgear after each switching operation shall be confirmed where possible.
An electrical operator shall be protected in an approved manner from electric shock when operating
switchgear using a metal handle.
An electrical operator shall avoid contact, if possible, with earth conductive equipment when
operating electrical switchgear. All apparatus shall be referred to by nameplate description. All
communications shall be clear and definite and repeated back word for word to avoid
misunderstanding. All defective apparatus shall be reported and tagged.
5.1.3 COMMUNICATION
5.1.3.1 PURPOSE
The purpose of this procedure is to ensure incidents and accidents do not occur when personnel are
engaged in electrical work at Brisbane Airport.
5.1.3.2 GENERAL
Communication is the process of sending and receiving signals between people that conveys
meaningful information. Effective communication is mandatory when working with HV and LV
power systems. Switching errors have been made in the other power system networks due to
poor communication techniques.
5.1.3.3 REQUIREMENTS OF HV CONTROLLERS AND OPERATORS
All communications relating to the operation of, or access to, electrical apparatus shall be clear and
definite. Apparatus shall be referred to by nameplate wording with sufficient detail to give positive
identification. Verbal instructions and statements shall be confirmed by repeating back to avoid
misunderstanding. Switching directions shall be communicated word for word, as written on the
Switching sheet, by the HV operator or observer in possession of the SASI to the HV operator
performing the switching. The HV operator performing the switching shall repeat back, word for
word as written on the SASI, the direction given before the switching step is performed and after the
switching step is completed. The HV operator or observer in possession of the SASI shall check this
communication against the SASI and verify the operation has been successfully completed by stating,
.That is correct. The same procedure shall be followed in all switching communications between HV
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operators, the supply company and other HV authoritys operational personnel. No HV operator shall
perform any switching if there is any doubt as to the direction received.
5.1.4 ELECTRICAL OPERATOR SAFETY & OPERATIONAL EQUIPMENT

5.1.4.1 PURPOSE
The purpose of this procedure is to provide guidelines into the selection of the relevant safety
equipment to be used by electrical operators involved in HV or high energy LV switching operations
at Brisbane Airport.
All persons working on or in the vicinity of electrical apparatus shall be clothed in an approved
manner for protection against possible exposure to electric shock, arc-flash, explosion or other
injury.
PPE shall be worn by all personnel when working in or entering live substations,
All electrical operators when switching the HV and high energy LV power system shall use the safety
equipment listed below.
HV gloves.
Modiewark .
Earthing Trucks
Switch stick.
Phase In Stick.
Flexible Earths
HV rubber mat.
Live Line Indicator.
Earthing CB.S
Access Permit Tags.
Appropriate barriers.
Earth Switches
Switching Locks.
Appropriate signs
When HV or high energy LV electrical apparatus is operated manually by grasping a metal or nontested handle the person undertaking the task shall be suitably protected in an approved manner
from electric shock. Two levels of protection is the minimum requirement. Wear tested insulating
gloves rated for the voltage of the apparatus
Stand on a tested rubber mat rated for the voltage of the apparatus
5.1.4.2 CARE OF EQUIPMENT
Clean all equipment after use
Dry and store correctly
Do not allow oils or solvents to contact rubber or fibreglass equipment
(Clean immediately with hot soapy water)
Inspect equipment in storage monthly
Replace damaged or deteriorated equipment (notify HV controller immediately) -do not use it
Check test dates are current
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5.1.4.3 STORAGE
Keep all equipment in designated storage facilities
Store rubber mat flat
Store gloves correctly
Check tags and padlocks are stored correctly
Check barriers and signs are stored correctly
Check HV operating sticks are stored correctly
Check earth and short circuits are stored correctly
5.1.5 INSPECTION PRIOR TO USE

5.1.5.1 GLOVES
Check that the gloves will hold air, do not use gloves that leak air
Check that the gloves are clean inside and out, do not use dirty gloves
Check that the gloves are in test date
NOTE
You should replace your gloves 3 years after the date of issue
5.1.5.2 RUBBER MATS
Check that there are no thin or worn spots, do not use any mat if you find these
Check that there no hard or spongy spots do not use any mat if you find these.
Are there wrinkles or cracks, do not use, do not use any mat if you find these
Check that the mat is clean, do not use, do not use any mat that is dirty
Is the test date current, do not use, do not use any mat that has passed its test date.
All HV rubber mats shall be tested at intervals not exceeding 12 months
5.1.6 MODIEWARK
Test Modiewark operation (before and after use)
Check that the test date is current, do not use a Modiewark that is out of test date Modiewark shall
be tested at intervals not exceeding 12 months
5.1.7 TAPLIN LIVE LINE INDICATOR
Test live line indicator (before and after use)
Check that the test date is current; do not use a live line indicator that has passed its test date
Live line indicator shall be tested at intervals not exceeding 12 months
5.1.8 SWITCH STICKS
Check that the switch stick is clean, do not use dirty switch sticks
Check that there are no cracks; do not use a cracked switch stick
Check that there are no scratches; do not use a scratched switch stick
Check that the test date is current; do not use a switch stick that has passed its test date
All switch sticks shall to be tested at intervals not exceeding 12 months
5.1.9 EARTH AND SHORT CIRCUITS
Check the Earthing clamps are not damaged, do not use damaged equipment
Check for broken strands at all connection points, do not use faulty equipment
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Check for any general damage, do not use if the damage may affect the safe use of the equipment
5.1.10 EARTH SWITCH TRUCKS
Check for any general damage, do not use if the damage may affect the safe use of the equipment
Check that the contacts are undamaged, do not use equipment the has damaged contacts Check
that the contacts are clean, do not use equipment that has dirty contacts
Report any damaged or unserviceable equipment to the HV compliance officer
Report any equipment that has passed its test date to the HV compliance officer
Operator safety equipment replacement is through the HV compliance officer
5.2 MODIEWARK
5.2.1 DESCRIPTION
A Modiewark is an approved proximity testing device to be used for testing HV and LV apparatus in
the energised state or the de-energised state prior to discharging and earthing.
The general Modiewark Testers will provide reliable voltage indication as to the state of the
apparatus up to 66kV. The SP.150 Modiewark Spout Tester model is designed for testing in spouts up
to & including 33kV. The activation voltage on the 240V setting is within the range of 28-50V. Three
size .C batteries power the Modiewark. They are located in the removable stem. The batteries are
inserted into the removable stem with the positive terminal towards the head of the tester. Regular
checks should be carried out on the condition of the batteries. Turning the Modiewark off
immediately after use will prolong battery life. The Modiewark Spout Tester model has a detachable
150 mm. grey spout. If the spout is removed from the Modiewark Tester, the Tester will not operate.
This is a safety precaution so that the tester cannot be used without the pressure tested grey spout
in place. Modiewarks are available in a number of models. The earlier models, when turned to the
test position, require a live source, or an induced charge test to prove the Modiewark is working. The
Modiewark may beep only, or beep and a red light will illuminate to prove the
Modiewark is functioning correctly. The later models will beep when turned on and a red light will
illuminate. With both types, when the apparatus being tested is alive, the beep will become a
continuous sound.
5.2.2 USE
A Modiewark is to be tested at a time interval not exceeding twelve months.
This test is a calibration test for all models. The Modiewark Spout Testers specifically designed for
testing in bus or cable spouts, will also require a pressure test to be carried out on the detachable
spout.
A Modiewark should not be brought into contact with electrical apparatus. If a
Modiewark is accidentally brought into contact with electrical apparatus it shall not simultaneously
be brought into contact with earthed or non-approved insulated apparatus. A Modiewark is designed
for fitting to an approved, tested
HV operating stick using a Taplin multipurpose or rising sun head. Attachments are available to allow
the Modiewark to be attached to HV operating sticks.
These attachments allow for testing at both horizontal and vertical CB spout positions as well as any
exposed apparatus. The testing at spout positions should be carried out with the SP 150 Modiewark
specifically designed for that purpose and can be inserted into the bus or cable spouts if induction is
present that effects the Modiewark indication when it is external to the spouts. It is preferable that
where possible the Modiewark remains outside the bus or cable spouts by using the appropriate
voltage setting. Under no circumstances shall the Modiewark be held directly in a hand when testing
HV apparatus. A protective storage bag is available and should be used to protect the
Modiewark.
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5.2.3 PROCEDURE
Turn the selector switch to 240V, which is the self-test mode. This is an acceptable instrument test,
or select the appropriate voltage and test on a known source
Then on the appropriate voltage and test for dead
The apparatus to be earthed is tested on all phases
Test the Modiewark again against known live voltage source
The apparatus is then discharged on all phases, where possible, and earthed
5.3 TAPLIN LIVE LINE INDICATOR

5.3.1 DESCRIPTION
Type ABB D74/2.
Specific for Metal Clad Switchgear
Voltage Indication 12
12kV Maximum deflection 12kv
Powered by 8 .D cell batteries
Use: AC voltage only
Reads 3.3kV, 6.6kV & 12kV
T line = 2.2kV
The Taplin Live Line Indicator is used to determine the energised state of HV electrical apparatus.
This Instrument consists of two tested live line sticks, one of which has a voltmeter attached to it.
The voltmeter indicates if the apparatus is energised. An insulated flexible cable electrically connects
the live line sticks.
This instrument requires the simultaneous direct contact to the exposed conductors of HV electrical
apparatus by both live line sticks. The instrument has an inbuilt testing device to prove the voltmeter
is working. The red light comes on when testing the instrument to indicate the instrument is
working. The insulated cable shall be used on testing of the instrument. Meter deflection obtained
when using the self-test set should be above the .T line. The live line sticks have insulated grip
handles allowing the HV operator to safely use this instrument. The lengths of the insulated handles
are marked on each live line stick. The live line sticks can be adjusted at right angles for testing in bus
and cable spouts of a vertical racking CB. The resistors contained in the test heads limit the current
to safe values for the operator up to the maximum design voltage.
5.3.2 USE
The Taplin Live Line Indicator can be used to
Test the energised state of apparatus prior to earthing
Carry out phase in/out testing between two electrical systems
Indicate the presence of the correct system voltage
5.3.3 TESTING PROCEDURE
Check that the instrument is within the current test date
Check that the insulated part of the sticks and voltmeter is not damaged.
Check that the insulated connecting cable is not damaged
Test the voltmeter using the inbuilt test device
Carry out the test
Retest the voltmeter
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5.3.4 INSTRUMENT TESTING

The instrument shall be sent away for HV testing and meter calibration every year.
The Instrument shall not be used if it is out of test date or the live line sticks are damaged.
NOTE
The insulated connecting cable is not HV insulated and care should be taken not to allow that cable
to come into contact with the electrical apparatus or earth when carrying out the test.
The HV operator shall not handle the live line sticks above the grip handles or indicated mark on
each stick at all times while either one of the live line sticks are in contact with the electrical
apparatus.
5.4 ISOLATION, LOCKING AND TAGGING

5.4.1 GENERAL
All HV and LV isolation points for electrical permits shall be tagged and locked where possible.
5.4.2 ISOLATION POINTS

5.4.2.1 PRIMARY ISOLATIONS
A primary isolation is any isolation that, if closed will make live, apparatus directly or from a possible
back feed. A primary isolation cannot be changed during the currency of an EAP. A primary isolation
can be closed during the currency of an SFT if that is the only method of providing the test voltage to
the apparatus. This operation is carried out under the direction of the TIC after consultation with and
approval by, the HV operating authority.
5.4.2.2 SECONDARY ISOLATIONS
A secondary isolation is any isolation that, if closed will make live, a secondary circuit on the
apparatus under permit. A secondary isolation can be changed at the discretion of the RIC of the EAP
if that isolation has not been nominated as a precaution in of that EAP (a primary isolation)
5.4.3 TAGS
5.4.3.1 PRIMARY ISOLATIONS
A DNOB tag shall be used on all primary isolation points
5.4.3.2 SECONDARY ISOLATIONS
A DNOB tag shall be used on all secondary isolation points
5.4.4 LOCKS
5.4.4.1 EARTH SWITCHES
A specifically keyed HV operator lock independent of any other operating lock shall be fitted to all
earth switches and they shall be locked in the open position.
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5.4.4.2 ISOLATION SWITCHES

A specifically keyed HV operator lock independent of any other operating locks, shall be used for the
locking of all isolation points stated on the switching sheet where possible
5.5 EARTHING
5.5.1 APPLICATION
For the HV electrical system at Brisbane Airport and for all works that require earthing by or for the
supply and other HV authorities.
5.5.2 RESPONSIBILITY
The electrical operator and the work party have the responsibility to comply with this earthing
procedure.
5.5.3 GENERAL
All HV and LV apparatus that requires HV Switching for access shall be earthed. Earthing shall, where
practicable, be between the work party and all points of supply and at the site of the work. All earths applied by
an electrical operator are operational earths and can only be removed by the work party with the permission of
an electrical operator. All earths applied by the work party are work party earths and the work party is
responsible for removing these earths prior to the cancellation of the electrical permit. The electrical operator
is responsible for the attachment of the first earth to electrical apparatus except where an earth cannot be
applied prior to the permit issue. Where earths at the points of supply can be applied by the electrical operator
prior to the permit issue, this shall be done. At least one earth shall, where practicable, be attached prior to the
EAP or SFT issue.
5.5.4 TEST DE-ENERGISED PRIOR TO APPLYING EARTHS

Verification that the apparatus is de-energised prior to earthing can be carried out in the following
ways.
By the observation of HV cable switchgear neons
Testing using a tested Modiewark
Testing with an approved HV test instrument
Testing using a tested LV tester at LV apparatus directly supplied by the HV apparatus to be
earthed
5.5.5 EARTHING EQUIPMENT
Earthing shall be performed using the following equipment in order of preference
1. Earthing CB
2. Earthing Switch Truck
3. Mechanical Earth Switch
4. Single pole type tested fault rated portable earths (SPPE)
5.5.5.1 EARTHING CB
Circuit breakers that can be converted to earthing CBs, the interlocks to allow earthing (if possible)
shall be locked in the off position when the CB is in the normal operational mode.
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5.5.5.2 EARTH SWITCH TRUCKS

The probes on all Earth Switch Trucks shall be checked that they are mounted in correct position for
either cable or bus earthing prior to inserting it to the CB position.
5.5.5.3 EARTH SWITCHES
All Mechanical Earth Switches shall be locked in the OFF position when
1. The switchgear is operational
2. Prior to re-energising existing apparatus
3. Prior to energising new apparatus
5.5.5.4 SINGLE POLE TYPE TESTED, FAULT RATED PORTABLE EARTHS (SPPE)
Where practicable the apparatus shall be earthed using an earthing CB, earthing switch truck or
earth switch before earthing with an SPPE. The earthing by SPPE shall be performed by two HV
operators, one of which shall be a senior HV operator. The operator applying the SPPE shall be on an
in date tested HV rubber mat, shall wear a switching jacket, hard hat with face shield and wear in
date tested HV rubber gloves over cotton inners. Work parties removing or re-applying SPPE.S under
SFT conditions shall wear in date tested HV rubber gloves over cotton inners and work off an in date
tested HV rubber mat.
When applying and removing SPPE.S
1. They shall be handled by the Insulated & HV Tested shaft only.
2. Contact with the earthing contacts shall be avoided
3. Contact with the Earth leads should be avoided
The SPPE shall be installed so that it is securely in place and shall not be able to become removed if
the apparatus was to become alive.
5.5.5.5 HAND APPLIED EARTHS
A flexible earth shall be treated as Live until the circuit earthing is completed.
When applying an earthing device it shall be connected to earth before it is applied to the
conductors and removed from the conductors before it is disconnected from the earth. Only
approved earthing devices shall be used. An approved earthing device shall be able to remain in
place and maintain the discharge to earth if the earthed apparatus was to become alive. Only
authorised persons shall apply or remove earthing devices. Before earths are applied, confirmation
by tests, visual inspection or inquiry that the conductors are de-energised shall be carried out. Two
authorised persons shall perform this procedure. Wherever practicable an earth shall be applied and
removed by an approved device. If hand application or removal is unavoidable another earth shall be
applied with an approved device which shall maintain contact with each conductor in turn while the
hand applied earth is being attached or removed.
The authorised person applying or removing the earth by hand shall wear approved tested insulating
gloves rated for the voltage present. Before any hand application of earths commences all three
conductors shall be discharged.
This procedure requires the two earthing devices connected to the same earth point.
If a hand applied earth is required at an earthing switch one authorised person may apply that earth,
under supervision, provided the earth switch is closed on all three conductors.
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5.5.6 REMOVAL OF EARTHS WHEN WORKING UNDER EAP OR SFT

During work under a SFT the RIC or TIC may authorise the removal of an earth for meggering,
reconductoring or other purposes, only if such action is considered necessary, safe and provided
that, the authority who applied the earth is consulted, a check is made with the appropriate
operating authority regarding other EAP or SFT on the same electrical apparatus at the same time, all
persons likely to be affected by the removal of the earth are notified, consideration is given to the
possibility of conductors becoming alive due to induction or other means.
All operational earths shall be applied by HV authorised HV operators and if outside the area
described for access on the EAP or SFT shall be removed by the operator at the request of the RIC or
TIC. Operational earths inside the accessed area can be removed by the work party as above with the
operators permission.
5.5.7
EARTHING HV CABLES WITH A SPIKING DEVICE OR REMOTELY OPERATED CABLE CUTTERS

No HV underground cable will be cut unless it has been previously proven by the use of a
cable earth-spiking device or remotely operated cable cutter, unless the HV cable can be
directly viewed and confirmed at the HV isolation point where an earthing device is closed
onto that HV cable.
Earthing of a HV cable by spike or remotely operated cable cutters shall be carried out in the
following manner:
Where practicable the remote ends shall be isolated and earthed by the operator.
The operator shall issue the EAP to the work party.
Before commencement of the work the RIC shall personally identify the
cable to be spike earthed after careful reference to appropriate records, labels and cable
tracer where necessary.
Using an approved cable spiking device or remotely operated cable cutters, a qualified
employee (Recipient) shall attach the on-site earth.
Where a HV cable can only be earthed at one end, i.e. A transformer cable, then testing deenergised at the LV terminals is considered adequate, (In lieu of earthing at this point) prior
to spiking the cable. The remote end of the cable shall be earthed prior to spiking.
Where a HV cable cannot be earthed at either end, then appropriate tests to confirm the HV
cable is de-energised shall be performed before spiking or remote cable cutting is
attempted.
The work party are responsible to identify the HV cable prior to spiking or remote operated
power cutting is attempted
5.6 DEFECTIVE APPARATUS

All HV and high energy LV shall be tagged if defective. The appropriate tag to be used is a Caution
out of Service tag
5.6.1 LOGGING
Any apparatus found to be defective, and the nature of the defect shall be logged in the respective
Substation log book and HV controller notified
When the repair is affected it shall be recorded in the log book and the tag removed.
5.6.2 REPORTING
The HV operator shall report the defective apparatus and the nature of the defect to the HV
controller in writing (Email). The HV operator shall report the rectification of the defective apparatus
to the HV controller in writing. (Email)
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5.6.3 RECORDING
The HV controller shall record all in the appropriate register
5.6.4 DEFECT RECTIFICATION
Each defect shall be reported to the maintenance contractor, in writing (Email) indicating
1. The Substation involved
2. The nature of the defect
3. The urgency of the repair
The maintenance contractor shall advise the HV controller of the proposed rectification date and
submit a works application. If the repair is urgent a verbal application shall suffice.
5.7 SWITCHING INSTRUCTIONS

5.7.1 GENERAL
The approved standard switching form in use is called a High Voltage Switching Sheet. (HVSS) All HV
or high energy LV switching operations under the control of the HV controller shall be carried out
using a HVSS. All switching instructions shall be written using this standard form.
5.7.2 ACCESS TO SWITCHING INSTRUCTIONS
All pre-written switching procedures shall be stored on the G drive G:\HIGH
VOLTAGE\SWITCHING SHEETS and is accessible to all HV operators controlled by the HV controller.
5.7.3 PRE-WRITTEN SWITCHING INSTRUCTIONS
Where possible all switching shall be performed using a pre-written and checked HVSS. These
Switching Sheets may be modified to meet individual switching needs depending on the work to be
performed. If a HVSS needs to be modified (i.e. lines deleted) it shall be approved by the HV
controller and checked by a senior HV operator before it can be used. If a HVSS needs to be altered
or rewritten it shall be approved by the HV controller and checked by a senior HV operator before it
can be used. When a standard pre-written and checked HVSS is to be used it shall be re-checked by
the HV controller and a senior HV operator before any switching commences.
5.7.4 NEW SWITCHING INSTRUCTIONS
All new Switching Sheets shall be checked by the HV controller and by at least one, preferably two
senior HV operators before they can be added to the index and used.
5.7.5 SYSTEM CHANGES
The HV controller is responsible to ensure
Pre-written Switching Sheets are developed for any addition to the HV and high energy LV systems
under his / her control
Corrections are made to existing Switching Sheets when changes to the power system or electrical
equipment occur
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5.7.6 USE of Switching Sheets

Each step on the HVSS shall be marked off in the check column using the tick/cross method. Where
the tick is inserted prior to the step being carried out, then the tick is crossed after the step is
completed. The time that each step is completed shall be recorded on the HVSS in the time column.
At a convenient time or on the completion of all switching the switching steps and the time of each
step shall be entered in the substation operational log book.
5.8 HVSS STANDARD FORM INSTRUCTION

eg
Step No: Location: Apparatus: Action: Time: Check:
1
Sub 1
RMU
open 15.30 X
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Date: Prepared By: Checked By: Checked By: Date:
END OF SWITCHING
SECTION 6 TESTING of ELECTRICAL APPARATUS

6.1 GENERAL
All HV owned apparatus that requires testing shall be carried out under SFT.
SFT shall be issued when, for the purpose of testing, it is necessary to work on electrical apparatus in
such a manner that the prescribed procedure relating to an EAP shall be waived in order that the
electrical apparatus may be made alive at high voltage or at a voltage or current considered
hazardous from either normal or test sources. (This does not include meggering).
These are the scenarios where there may be a requirement for testing of electrical apparatus.
1. In service apparatus
2. Out of service apparatus
3. Out of commission apparatus
4. New apparatus
5. Spare apparatus
6.2 PROCEDURE
1. A phone call to the Electrical Inspector or their delegate to discuss works.
2. The HV controller shall prepare a switching instruction
3. The HV controller shall plan the work
5. An authorised HV operator shall issue the SFT
6. Authorised testers, working under the terms of an SFT, shall carry out all HV testing.
7. A soak test can be carried out instead of a Hi-Pot test only if the apparatus can be energised
remotely via a 3 phase switch or at any point where a CB can energise the apparatus
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8. Simple disconnection and reconnection of electrical apparatus can be carried out under an SFT
If new or repaired electrical apparatus cannot be energised from a remote switch or via a CB, then
operator safety is paramount, and the electrical apparatus shall be Hi-Pot tested by an authorised
tester under SFT procedures, before being energised by the operator.
6.3 SOAK TEST
A soak test is where the apparatus is energised on no load for a nominal 24 hr period before being
declared fit for service.
6.4 TESTING OF UNDERGROUND HIGH VOLTAGE CABLES
Cable manufacturers suggest that D.C Hi-Pot testing of previously energised or new XLPE and paper
lead type cables significantly decreases the life expectancy of that cable.
6.4.1 TYPES OF CABLE TESTS
1. INSULATION TEST MEGGER
2. SOAK TEST
3. 5kV
4. DC HI-POT TEST
5. VLF AC HIPOT TEST
(Paper/Lead cables only)
The preferred AC pressure test is a Very Low Frequency (VLF) test (Refer
IEEE400.2) at 2-3 times the rated voltage.
6.4.2 TEST GUIDELINES
6.4.2.1 TABLE No. 1 XLPE CABLE STATUS OPTION TEST # VOLTAGE
Old or new previously energised
(Includes adding new to old & to
paper / lead)
11kV phase to phase
13kV phase to earth
New
11kV phase to earth
19kV phase to earth
6.4.2.2 TABLE No. 2 PAPER / LEAD CABLE STATUS OPTION TEST # VOLTAGE
11kV phase to phase
New or existing
13kV phase to earth
17.5kV phase to phase
30kV phase to phase
6.4.3 TESTING PROCEDURE
1. Authorised testers, working under the terms of an SFT, shall carry out all
HV testing
2. All HV cables shall be meggered after fault repairs and before new cables are commissioned
3. Megger testing can be carried out under an EAP or SFT
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4. Cables that have been de-energised or not placed into service after testing for a period exceeding
24 hrs shall be meggered before being energised and be soak tested if possible.
5. Cables that have been de-energised or not placed into service after testing for a period exceeding
48 hrs shall be Hi-Pot tested before being energised, or be meggered and soak tested.
6. Transformer HV cables do not need to be tested when they have been deenergised for the above
periods if the cable can be visually inspected for its entire length.
Eg: at a kiosk substation.
7. In all cases (where practical) the route of the cable should be inspected for any visual damage
prior to the cable being energised
8. Test No.1 is only applicable if the cable can be energised remotely via a three phase switch with
protection tripping, or at any point where a CB can energise the cable
9. Simple disconnection and reconnection of HV cables can be carried out under SFT
If a new or repaired HV cable cannot be energised from a remote switch or via a
CB, then operator safety is paramount, and the HV cables shall be Hi-Pot tested by an authorised
tester under SFT procedures, before being energised by the operator.
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SAFE ACCESS PROCEDURES

Safe Access Procedures Version 1

3.2 OPERATION APPLICATION ................................................................................................................................. 21

3.7 ISSUE AND CANCELLATION OF TPs.................................................................................................................... 27

4.2.8 RESCUE KITS ................................................................................................................................................... 38

5.1.5.2 RUBBER MATS ............................................................................................................................................. 51

5.5.5.3 EARTH SWITCHES ........................................................................................................................................ 56

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Near a situation where there is a possibility of a person, either directly or

Not Electrically Connected

Shall is to be interpreted as mandatory

SECTION 2 TRAINING, AUTHORISATION & DUTIES

2.2.6 RESTRICTED HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL OPERATOR

2.3.2 HV SAFETY TRAINING AND COMPLIANCE OFFICER

Supervise earthing at CB positions

2.3.4 HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL OPERATOR

2.3.6 LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL OPERATOR

2.3.8 AUTHORISED TESTER

SECTION 3 ELECTRICAL PERMITS & FORMS

3.2 OPERATION APPLICATION

3.4 ELECTRICAL ACCESS PERMIT (EAP)

3. Cancellation time, day and date

3.5 ISSUE AND CANCELLATION OF EAPs

Access to high energy/ LV electrical system

3.5.3 SIGNING ON TO AN EAP

3.5.5 SIGNING OFF EAPs

3.5.7.2 RIC NOT PRESENT I.E. INJURED OR ILL

Check the EAP has not been cancelled

3.5.10 PERMIT TERMINOLOGY

The notes and special precautions

3.6 Test Permits (TP)

3.7.1 PRIOR TO ISSUE OF TP

The apparatus is in a serviceable condition

3.8 AUTHORITY TO WORK IN THE VICINITY OF ELECTRICAL APPARATUS PERMIT (V/A)

The name of the electrical operator accepting the clearance.

3.10 STATEMENT OF CONDITION OF APPARATUS ..PLANT (SWITCHING SHEET)

The isolations and earthing carried out.

The electrical operator then issues the SWITCHING SHEET.

3.13 PRE COMMISSION CHECK LIST

These forms are to be used by the HV controller to ensure all non-completed or

SECTION 4 SUBSTATIONS, SWITCHROOMS, TRANSFORMER ENCLOSURES & HV CABLE TUNNELS

4.1.7 WORKING IN A SUBSTATION, SWITCHROOM, TX ENCLOSURE or HV CABLE TUNNEL

4.2.3 CLOTHING REQUIREMENTS

4.2.8 RESCUE KITS

4.3.2.4 PLANT PROHIBITION

4.3.3.1.1 GENERAL USES

4.3.3.1. OPTIONAL USES

Not to be crossed for any reason

4.4 SUBSTATION OPERATIONAL LOG BOOK

4.4.3 AUTHORISED PERSONNEL

4.4.5 LOG BOOK SET OUT

4.6 SAFE APPROACH DISTANCES

4.6.1 BASIC SAFETY PRINCIPLE

4.6.3.1 SAFE APPROACH DISTANCES FOR PERSONS

LV conductors. Consultation is required to determine the operating voltage of the electrical

4.6.3.2 VEHICLES OR MOBILE PLANT OPERATED BY ORDINARY PERSONS

4.6.3.4 VEHICLES OPERATED BY INSTRUCTED OR AUTHORISED PERSONS

4.7 ELECTRICAL POWER SYSTEM ACCESS

4.7.3 UNPLANNED (EMERGENCY) WORK

4.8 SUBSTATION MAINTENANCE, INSPECTIONS & AUDITING

8. All warning signs to be cleaned.

4.9 HIGH ENERGY LOW VOLTAGE

4.10 ELECTRICAL HAZARDS

SECTION 5 SWITCHING OPERATIONS