Western Power Safe Work ethod Statement Task details Description Replace overhead service at SWER transformer connected via V tap or bridge D 10720885 Approved by anager, Work Practices Review team SWS Development Approval date October 2015 Qualifications/icences required Valid Western Power Authorisations for the Task/ Network Authority Card (Correct level of authorisation) Permits required VA Which Safety ifesavers are required for this task? Potential hazards associated with the task Category azard Category azard Category azard 1. Working at heights 2. Working with electricity 3. Radiation 4. echanical adders ifting, scissors / EWP Scaffolding Stairs / platforms Working at height Working above others ultiple work requiring EWPs Static electricity / induction Substations / switch rooms Underground cables Contact with electrical Electrical cables igh voltage Overhead cables Non-compliant earths (tagged/tested) Infra-red icrowaves Ultraviolet light, i.e. sun X-ray aser Abrasive blasting / grinding Auto-start Conveyors Equipment failure and and power tool Impact and crushing areas Pinch / cutting points Residual / stored energy Uncontrolled movement Unguarded moving parts Welding or cutting Crimping / connecting 5. Pressure 6. uman factors 7. Using mobile plant 8. anual handling (ergonomic) 9. Environment Competitive pressures Compressed gases / air Fluid igh pressure steam ydraulic Water Rushing Complacency Fatigue Unclear work direction Stress / Anxiety / Frustration ack of knowledge Poor communications Negative attitudes Traffic / pedestrian interaction / collision Uneven terrain Unlicensed / untrained operators Vehicle instability Vehicle access Awkward / unbalanced load igh / low reach igh force / heavy loads ighting Over exertion / fatigue Poor design / layout / surface Repetitive movements Air contamination Soil contamination Storm water contamination Waste (effluent / hazardous) Solid waste 10. Workplace 11. Chemical 12. Thermal Asbestos Confined space / void space Falling objects General access ousekeeping Illumination / lighting Noise, i.e. exposure / nuisance Poor ventilation Protrusions Restricted visibility Restricted work area Slip and trip hazards Unauthorised personnel Unlabelled controls Vibration Wet / slippery Wind / storm activity Fog / mist / smoke Working in isolation Dust / particulates Chemicals / reagents Fumes / vapour / mist (e.g. SF6) Flammable gases andling flammable materials azardous chemical exposure Solid chemical Splashes / burns Spills to ground or work area Cold ambient temperature eat ambient temperature ot materials / fluids ot surfaces UV exposure Western Power Safe Work ethod Statement Replace Overhead Consumer Service Core at SWER ine Transformer page 1 of 5
Plan and prepare led Pre-plan Plan the trip Accreditation, authorisations, training and competency Prestart checks on vehicles, plant and Valid inspection certificates and tags for plant and (e.g. ladders, insulated sticks, EWP) Check for weather (e.g. fire) alerts Consumer/land owner notification Prepare switching program Communicate with NOC confirm network conditions, switching program and OK to start Confirm network configuration and protection auto-reclose (A/R) is set to one-shot Advise ain Roads and local council (if traffic management required) Engage accredited traffic management company (if required) pedestrian and vehicle interface Keep pedestrians and vehicles apart, vehicle movements on site and when vehicles enter and exit the workplace inimise vehicle movements anage the risks of reversing vehicles ack of skills, knowledge, competency: Travelling to site: fatigue, Vehicular traffic/pedestrian/animals: Adverse weather conditions:, Vehicle accident/breakdown or stranded at a remote location: heat, stress, Working/driving in high fire risk areas: fire Faulty : shock, burns, Unsecured material/: Failure to notify affected consumers: public risk reliance on supply for health, safety and medical reasons Abnormal network configuration or A/R operation: shock, burns Confirm work teams have all the required PPE Confirm all personnel have the skills, training and competency to do their job and Network Authority Card Ensure that drivers have a valid licence for the vehicle they are driving Complete prestart checks on vehicles, plant and Plan the trip to avoid long periods of driving without a break; where possible, share the driving Adjust driving to suit weather conditions and terrain Notify formal leader/office of daily plan Carry emergency beacon or satellite phone if travelling out of mobile phone/radio range Secure all, tools and materials in the back of vehicles Confirm work program with NOC Ensure tools and are tested and suitable for the task Confirm that an accredited traffic management company has been engaged (if required) Electrical System Safety Rules (ESSR) sections: 3.2; 4; 5.7; 7 Work Practice anual (WP) sections: 2.16; 2.21; 3; 5.10; 11.2; 11.13 SWS: ouse etering ain Roads Traffic anagement for Works on Roads Code of Practice Vehicle and movement: impact,, property damage Unauthorised access: Ensure suitable traffic and pedestrian management arrangements are in place. This will involve the development and implementation of a traffic and pedestrian management plan by a competent authorised Western Power representative. Provide separate clearly marked pedestrian walkways that take a direct route where possible. If the walkway crosses a roadway, provide a clearly signed and crossing point where drivers and pedestrians can see each other clearly. Before exiting the work zone ensure both vehicle and pedestrian traffic can be clearly seen in both directions. Keep walkways clear to avoid pedestrians having to step onto the vehicle route. Designate parking areas for workers and visitors vehicles outside the work zone. Appoint a vehicle spotter when: a. vehicles or plant are operating in close proximity to each other Western Power Safe Work ethod Statement Replace Overhead Consumer Service Core at SWER ine Transformer page 2 of 5
b. reversing vehicles c. persons are on the ground and in proximity to moving vehicles and d. in other situations as indicated by a risk assessment. led Ensure visual (flashing lights) warning devices, reversing alarms and high-visibility markings for powered mobile plant are operational prior to commencing work. Workplace set up Correct location/apparatus Advise landowner/consumers Conduct a risk assessment include all personnel Appoint a safety observer Site conditions/fire alerts Emergency procedures in place Personnel fit for duty Personnel trained, skilled and competent Inspect electrical apparatus (e.g. poles, wires, hardware). Include adjacent poles. Set up/check vehicles and Vehicles earthed Inspect/confirm EDD Clean and inspect Failure to wear correct PPE: shock, burns, PPE failure: shock, burns, Unfit for work: shock, burns, ack of skills or knowledge: shock, burns, Failure to observe the AD: shock, burns, Slip, trip, fall, obstacles: anual handling/using tools: sprain, Contact with live electrical apparatus: shock, burns, Electrical apparatus failure: shock, burns, Vehicle movement/roll over: impact, Damaged or faulty plant, tools and : shock, burns, Induced or rise in earth potential voltages: shock, burns, fatalities Fires: Weather conditions: rain, sun, wind, lightning No clear access/egress plan: Insects, vermin, reptiles, animals:, Uncontrolled sparks: fire eat or sun stroke: Ensure correct PPE is worn by all at the workplace Communicate with land owner/consumer to determine safe entry requirements, e.g. dogs, animals (if required) Use up-to-date maps and drawings (if required) Conduct a risk assessment include all personnel Comply with the drug and alcohol policy Apply body fit principles Appoint a competent safety observer trained in EWP emergency procedures Check personnel assigned to the task have current authorisation in the following Switching Operator, RIC, V ive Work, Service Connection Testing Comply with the fatigue management policy ave an emergency plan in place and ensure it is understood by all personnel Confirm network configuration and protection (A/R) is set to one shot Inspect work site for condition and hazards include bays, structures and apparatus on either side of workplace Assess and support pole (if required) Inspect/check tools and to be used Use stabilisers, pads, wheel chocks (if required) Confirm EWP/vehicles are earthed Apply correct manual handling techniques onitor weather conditions and fire bans Ensure firefighting, and people competent to use it, are at the workplace while work is being carried out Confirm safe workplace access and egress Drink sufficient fluids to stay hydrated. Use shade when possible. ESSR sections: 3.2; 4; 5.7; 6; 11 WP sections: 2; 3; 5.10; 6.1; 6.2 SWS: ouse etering Carry out the job Western Power Safe Work ethod Statement Replace Overhead Consumer Service Core at SWER ine Transformer page 3 of 5
De-energise SWER transformer and replace overhead consumer service core Confirm correct apparatus Identify incoming supply side of SWER transformer Visual check of all earth connections at the transformer Isolate consumer at V customer mains in accordance with SCT form Check/test for alternate supply sources, e.g. solar PV panels, gen sets Conduct a proximity test on the SWER conductor to ensure no voltage present Disable auto-reclose (A/R) controlling the V circuit Issue VA and de-energise V supply to SWER transformer per switching program by removing V tap or bridge Park the disconnected transformer high voltage tap to the SWER return wire Record actions on switching program Apply bonding earths to both sides of the pole (and the disconnected parked V tap) on the SWER return wire from a common earth point at ground level (record on risk assessment) Remove old V services core from TX Remove old V service core from CB Remove old V service core from customer pole (if applicable) Attach new V service core to POA and connect to CB Attach new V service core to consumer pole (if applicable) Attach new V service core and connect to TX and V connections and fuses Ensure all work is complete and tools removed Ensure all personnel and are clear of transformer Failure to wear correct PPE: shock, burns, PPE failure: shock, burns, Poor concentration: shock, burns, Failure to isolate and earth or working on incorrect apparatus: shock, burns Failure to test: shock, burns Working near or contact with live electrical apparatus: shock, burns Induced voltages: shock, burns Apparatus//tool failure: Incorrect use of tools and : Failure to use approved and tested tools and : shock, burns, anual handling: strain, sprain, Uneven/slippery surfaces: strain, sprain, Obstacles, slip, trip hazards: Insects, vermin, reptiles, animals:, Failure to mark/correctly connect neutral: shock, burns, Fires: Possible exposure to asbestos and dust: Vehicle movement/rollover: impact, Working at heights: fall, Objects/ falling: Incorrectly authorised personnel: shock, burns,, damage to Failure to inspect and test work for compliance: shock, burns, Failure to correctly connect customer mains: shock, burns,, damage to Ensure correct PPE is worn by all at the workplace Ensure all personnel know what has to be done and how to do it Ensure safety observer is active aintain appropriate minimum approach distances from energised Treat all non-earthed conductors and apparatus as live, including SWER return wire Check the condition of pole, crossarm and electrical apparatus before working on them Support pole (if required) Do not climb consumer poles Identify connections at CB when disconnecting Identify and tag neutral. Off last and reconnected first. Confirm EWP/vehicles are earthed and bonded to the common earth point with all bonding earths Use bonding earths to avoid induced voltages and rise in potential on SWER return wire Use correct manual handling techniques; use mechanical means where possible Ensure only trained and competent personnel operate tools and Inspect and wear fall arrest harness Attach lanyard to anchor point Establish drop zone below work zone Use tools and approved for the task Avoid distractions All tools and are removed from the electrical apparatus and personnel are aware the job is finished Check clearance height of new service for compliance Inspect and confirm connections and supply Inspect and test work for completion and compliance, according to SCT form, which must also be witnessed led ESSR sections: 3.9; 4; 11 WP sections: 2.2; 2.3; 2.6; 2.7; 2.10; 3; 8.5; 8.6; 6.34 SWS: ouse etering SCT form - Service Connection Test (SCT) - etrel (D# 4700316) Western Power Safe Work ethod Statement Replace Overhead Consumer Service Core at SWER ine Transformer page 4 of 5
Remove bonding earths from SWER return wire (record on risk assessment) Remove V tap from the SWER return wire Re-energise V supply to transformer by reconnecting V tap live line per switching program. Attach live line tap or bridge to the V phase conductor. Reconnect consumer in accordance with SCT form. Record all results with test witnessed. Inspect work for completion and compliance Complete the job All tools and removed from electrical apparatus Clean, inspect and stow tools and Cancel VA permit per switching program Record actions on switching program Reinstate site (if required) Conduct debrief and sign off risk assessment led Failure to maintain safe clearance: shock, Damaged/faulty apparatus: shock, burns, Vehicle and movement: Uneven / slippery surfaces / obstacles: slip, trip Network left in abnormal state: could lead to loss of supply, damage to Western Power reputation Incorrect manual handling techniques: sprain, Plant/tools/ failure: Unsecured loads: aintain safe working clearances Ensure all tools and are removed from the electrical apparatus and personnel are aware the job is finished Inspect/reinstate workplace. Remove all material/waste. Ensure correct disposal of waste material Use correct manual handling techniques; use mechanical means where practical Complete required documentation Use correct load restraining devices (if applicable) Sign off the risk assessment and discuss any issues with the team All personnel involved in debrief. Document suggestions WP sections: 2; 3; 6.1; 6.2; 6.8; 6.9; 8;11 SWS: ouse etering Relinquish traffic management (if used) Contact NOC when all work is complete Restore network condition to normal including A/Rs Confirm switching program complete Vehicle and movement: impact, Unprotected workplace: public risk of Unauthorised access: Network left in abnormal state aintain traffic management until all personnel and have left the worksite Remove all signs and barriers to restore traffic flow Confirmation/report to NOC Confirm network is restored to normal including A/R Ensure all documentation is signed off and submitted WP section: 2.21 ESSR section: 4 Western Power Safe Work ethod Statement Replace Overhead Consumer Service Core at SWER ine Transformer page 5 of 5