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Substation entry

Awareness of the environment when working in a restricted area (eg. a substation) and the procedures and practices that apply. A visit to an operational substation is included in this course. Note: This course was formerly Substation Entry Level 1 (PTS250) & Substation Entry Level 2 (PTS521) Course duration 1 day Suitable for People who are required to sign on a work permit before performing work on or near Western Power substation equipment. Prerequisites Network Authority Card... [More]

Substation entry

Wed 23 Oct
8am - 3:30pm (UTC+08:00)
1 session, 7.5 hours total

David Shaw

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Wed 23 Oct 2019	8am - 3:30pm (UTC+08:00)	Training Room 4 - Power Training Services

Substation entry

Tue 05 Nov
8am - 3:30pm (UTC+08:00)
1 session, 7.5 hours total

Mark Mc Givern

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Tue 05 Nov 2019	8am - 3:30pm (UTC+08:00)	Training Room 4 - Power Training Services

Substation entry

Tue 19 Nov
8am - 3:30pm (UTC+08:00)
1 session, 7.5 hours total

David Shaw

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Tue 19 Nov 2019	8am - 3:30pm (UTC+08:00)	Training Room 4 - Power Training Services

Substation entry

Tue 10 Dec
8am - 3:30pm (UTC+08:00)
1 session, 7.5 hours total

Mark Mc Givern

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Tue 10 Dec 2019	8am - 3:30pm (UTC+08:00)	Training Room 1 - Power Training Services

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

Perform pole top rescue - recognition of current competency

This four-hour course will provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to perform pole top rescue procedures as an emergency procedure required in the work place. It specifies the mandatory requirements of rescue from a pole top and how they apply in the context of distribution work function. It encompasses responsibilities for rescue, health, safety and risk management processes at all operative levels and adherence to safety practices as part of the normal way of... [More]

Assessments are made against units of competency.

Perform pole top rescue (UETTDRRF02B)

Perform pole top rescue - recognition of current competency

Fri 25 Oct
8am - 12pm (UTC+08:00)
1 session, 4 hours total

Christopher Perkins

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Fri 25 Oct 2019	8am - 12pm (UTC+08:00)	Training Room 8 - Power Training Services

Perform pole top rescue - recognition of current competency

Fri 29 Nov
8am - 12pm (UTC+08:00)
1 session, 4 hours total

Craig Ball

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Fri 29 Nov 2019	8am - 12pm (UTC+08:00)	Training Room 8 - Power Training Services

Perform pole top rescue - recognition of current competency

Tue 17 Dec
8am - 12pm (UTC+08:00)
1 session, 4 hours total

Christopher Perkins

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Tue 17 Dec 2019	8am - 12pm (UTC+08:00)	Training Room 8 - Power Training Services

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

Power system familiarisation for non-technical people

Information about the Western Power Network and some of the key equipment used to ensure safe and efficient provision of electricity. A guided tour of an operational substation is included in this course. Course duration 1 day Suitable for People who require a general overview of Western Power’s Network, structures and equipment. Prerequisites none Course includes an understanding of Western Power’s Network awareness and identification of key network structures and equipment an... [More]

Power system familiarisation for non-technical people

Tue 29 Oct
8am - 3:30pm (UTC+08:00)
1 session, 7.5 hours total

Mark Mc Givern

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Tue 29 Oct 2019	8am - 3:30pm (UTC+08:00)	Training Room 5 - Power Training Services

Power system familiarisation for non-technical people

Thu 28 Nov
8am - 3:30pm (UTC+08:00)
1 session, 7.5 hours total

Mark Mc Givern

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Thu 28 Nov 2019	8am - 3:30pm (UTC+08:00)	Training Room 4 - Power Training Services

Power system familiarisation for non-technical people

Tue 17 Dec
8am - 3:30pm (UTC+08:00)
1 session, 7.5 hours total

Mark Mc Givern

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Tue 17 Dec 2019	8am - 3:30pm (UTC+08:00)	Training Room 4 - Power Training Services

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

Recipient In Charge (RIC) for vicinity authority

This one day course will provide participants with the skills and knowledge to undertake the responsibilities of Recipient in Charge (RIC) to receive Vicinity Authority permits. Who should attend This course is suitable for existing recipients within the Western Power permit to work system who require Recipient in Charge (RIC) to receive Vicinity Authority permits. Prerequisites The prerequisites for attendance at this training course are: Network authority card (NAC) Note: All... [More]

Recipient In Charge (RIC) for vicinity authority

Thu 14 Nov
8am - 3:30pm (UTC+08:00)
1 session, 7.5 hours total

David Shaw

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Thu 14 Nov 2019	8am - 3:30pm (UTC+08:00)	Training Room 4 - Power Training Services

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

(HR) Understanding Change

Change has become a constant part of modern day business. Our Business Strategy and Vision also reflect the need to deliver on the changing energy needs of Western Australians. This program is designed to support employees to understand and manage their reactions to change. Course duration 4 hours Suitable for Permanent Western Power employees Learning outcomes Understand that change is a personal experience that looks different for different people. Know the three key phases that... [More]

(HR) Understanding Change

Thu 05 Dec
9am - 1pm (UTC+08:00)
1 session, 4 hours total

Joshua Nisbet

THIS CLASS IS AVAIALBLE TO PERMANENT WESTERN POWER EMPLOYEES ONLY

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Thu 05 Dec 2019	9am - 1pm (UTC+08:00)	G.16 - Western Power Head Office ,Wellington Street, Perth

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

Frontline Personal Safety - Management of Aggressive Behaviour

Western Power, in conjunction with Threat Protect, are holding a series of safety courses to arm you with the skills to manage aggressive behaviours. Who should attend This training is for Western Power personnel only Reception, mail-room, call centre staff attending to customers face to face. Field operatives dealing with customers. Prerequisites None Additional information This one day course includes theory and practical components, so you will need to wear flat comfortable... [More]

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Certificate II in ESI - asset inspection

This 10 day course will provide Holistic Inspectors with the knowledge and skills to be able to safely and effectively inspect Western Power assets. The course includes an insight to relevant legislation, Western Power policies and documentation, Western Power’s Network, pole top assets and dangers, pre-operational checks, site preparation and the asset inspection process, including use of the Mobile Inspector application. At the satisfactory completion of the off-the-job and... [More]

Assessments are made against units of competency from the Certificate II in ESI - Asset Inspection UET20612.

Undertake minor vegetation control and routine minor maintenance of poles and electrical apparatus (UETTDREL20A)
Operate asset inspection machinery and equipment near live electrical apparatus (UETTDREL17A)
Working safely near live electrical apparatus as a non-electrical worker (UETTDREL14A)
Operate specialised data information equipment near live electrical apparatus (UETTDREL21A)
Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace (UEENEEE101A)
Identify and interpret characteristics of electrical apparatus associated with power industry assets (UETTDREL19A)
Comply with sustainability, environmental and incidental response policies and procedures (UETTDREL13A)
Interpret technical specifications and manuals (MEM16012A)
Inspect and treat poles and inspect electrical apparatus (UETTDREL18A)
Use computer applications relevant to a workplace (UEENEED101A)

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Working safely near Western Power's operational assets

This half-day course will provide participants with a familiarisation of Western Power’s Network and the processes that are required to ensure all work is conducted safely. Who should attend Recommended for people operating plant and equipment near overhead powerlines or persons responsible for planning or supervising work near overhead powerlines involving plant and equipment. The course is also suitable for people excavating near Western Power’s operational assets. Prerequisites... [More]

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Protection system basics for electricians

Provision of basic knowledge of protection equipment and schemes Course duration 1 day Suitable for Employees and contractors who require a basic knowledge of protection equipment and schemes used in transmission and sub-transmission environments. Recommended for HV switching operators. Course includes identifying non-differential and differential type protection schemes understanding the concept of discrimination and grading identifying different types of mechanical protection... [More]

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

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Perform rescue from a live LV panel and CPR Training

This training includes both Perform rescue from a live LV panel & provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation. It covers the performance of rescue procedures from live Low Voltage (LV) apparatus, not including overhead lines and underground cables in the work place and the skills and knowledge required to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) Guidelines. Course duration 1 day Suitable for Western Power operation staff... [More]

Assessments are made against units of competency.

Perform rescue from a live LV panel (UETTDRRF06B)
Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (HLTAID001)