UEEEL0078

Class 2D – Energising Service Equipment

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to the install, configure and commission whole current electricity meters comprised of single-element, multi-element (Multi-Tariff) and polyphase, for measurement of energy for end use consumers.

It includes working safely in accordance with work order and workplace procedures in planning, installing and configuring whole current electricity meters; testing and evaluating integrity and compliance of meter wiring and Main-Earth-Neutral (MEN) systems in accordance with AS/NZS3000; fixing and relocating meters; making power and communication connections; configuring meters and checking functionality; and completing the necessary service metering certificates of completion and documentation.

It also includes performing risk assessments and hazard identification and control for working on or near energised electrical equipment and in confined spaces and potentially asbestos containing materials; performing electrical tests; performing and confirming safe isolation and restoration of electrical supply; communicating with others such as distributors, electricity retailers and meter providers; confirming integrity of metering enclosure; identifying and reporting defects and problems in metering enclosures and associated installation to relevant bodies; and demonstrating knowledge of Meter Installation Authorisation Schemes and national and local metering service and installation rules and requirements.

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About NECA Training

NECA Training and Apprenticeships specialise in Electrical and Telecommunications training.

NECA Training and Apprenticeships was founded to promote the employment of young people into the Electrical trade. Apprentices are employed by NECA, with training being provided by host employers. NECA has a long history in the electrical industry and has trained thousands of apprentices.