nicc 404 - 1100.com.au intranet/internet. nicc 404:working in the vicinity of sa power networks...
TRANSCRIPT
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404 – WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF SA POWER NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE – NAP PROCESS
Issued – February 2014
The use of this NICC document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2014
Page 1 of 30
SA Power Networks
NICC 404
Network Information for Customers and Contractors
www.sapowernetworks.com.au
Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Published: January 2015
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 2 of 30
Revision Notice:
Date Details Author Authorised
July 2006 New Document - J Ali
Jan 2007 Updated Section 4, Contact Details Clause 6; and Added Table of Contents
- J Ali
3 Sept 2012
Company name change only. No other content of this NICC have been altered Any revision markings are from the Jan 2007 edition
A Pradhan J Ali
July 2014 Updated All Sections A Lee J Ali
Jan 2015 Network Access Officer’s contact phone number updated to new number (08) 8329 2631 on pages 6, 18 & 23.
A Pradhan J Ali
SA Power Networks: SA Power Networks, ABN 13 332 330 749, a partnership of:
Spark Infrastructure SA (No.1) Pty Ltd, ABN 54 091 142 380 Spark Infrastructure SA (No.2) Pty Ltd, ABN 19 091 143 038 Spark Infrastructure SA (No.3) Pty Ltd, ABN 50 091 142 362 each incorporated in Australia CKI Utilities Development Limited, ABN 65 090 718 880 PAI Utilities Development Limited, ABN 82 090 718 951 each incorporated in The Bahamas
1 Anzac Highway, Keswick, South Australia, 5035.
SA Power Networks Disclaimer: 1. The use of the information contained in this document is at your sole risk. 2. The Information within this document is subject to change without notice. 3. SA Power Networks, its agents, instrumentalities, officers and employees:
3.1 Make no representations, express or implied, as to the accuracy of the information contained within this document;
3.2 Accept no liability for any use of the said information or reliance placed on it; and 3.3 Make no representations, either expressed or implied, as to the suitability of the said
information for any particular purpose. 4. SA Power Networks and its agencies and instrumentalities do not endorse or in any respect warrant any
third party products or services by virtue of any information, material or content referred to or included on, or linked to this document.
SA Power Networks Copyright©2015: This publication is copyright protected. SA Power Networks reserves to itself all rights in such material. You shall not reproduce any content of this document by any process without first obtaining SA Power Networks permission, except as permitted under the Copyright Act 1968. All rights reserved.
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 3 of 30
Contents
1. Introduction ................................................................................................ 5
2. What is a ‘Network Access Permit’ (NAP)? .................................................. 5
3. Request for Network Access (RNA) .............................................................. 6
3.1 Consumers Electrical Installation Works ............................................................... 6
3.2 Working in the Vicinity of our Electrical Infrastructure ......................................... 6
3.3 Emergency/Unplanned Works ............................................................................. 6
4. What details are required for submitting a RNA form? ................................ 6
4.1 Documented Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)............................................ 6
4.2 On-Site Cable Location Drawings .......................................................................... 7
4.3 Site Specific Locations .......................................................................................... 7
5. How long does the RNA form take to process? ............................................ 7
6. Issuing of a ‘Network Access Permit’ (NAP) ................................................. 7
7. What will it cost for a NAP? ......................................................................... 8
8. Non Compliance .......................................................................................... 8
9. Access to Underground Infrastructure ......................................................... 8
9.1 Zone Specific Requirements ................................................................................. 9
9.2 Specific Notes for 66kV Network ......................................................................... 13
9.3 De-energising Underground Networks ................................................................ 13
9.4 Requirements to Identify Underground Cable Details .......................................... 13
9.5 Installation of Consumers Mains into Service Pit/Pillar ........................................ 14
9.6 Access Permits for Padmount Transformers ........................................................ 14
10. Access to Overhead Infrastructure ............................................................ 14
10.1 Working Near and in the Vicinity of our Overhead Infrastructure ........................ 14
10.2 Excavating or Boring Near our Overhead and Above Ground Infrastructure ......... 15
11. Facilities Access ......................................................................................... 16
11.1 Minimum Requirements ..................................................................................... 16
11.2 Outages of the Carrier’s Equipment .................................................................... 17
11.3 Facilities Access Notification of Works Form – (TS 105-F-25) ................................ 17
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 4 of 30
APPENDICES ...................................................................................................... 18
Appendix A: Who you should talk to? .......................................................................... 18
Appendix B: Customer Solutions Managers Area Boundaries – MAP ............................ 19
Appendix C: Asset Manager Area Boundaries ............................................................... 20
Appendix D: Sample for ‘RNA’ Form............................................................................. 21
Appendix E: Sample of ‘Network Access Permit (NAP)’ ................................................. 22
Appendix F: Additional Information - Request for Network Access ............................... 23
Appendix G: Sample for External User Change Control – TNOC Form ............................ 24
Appendix H: Sample – Facilities Access Notification of Works Form .............................. 25
H1: Continued ............................................................................................................... 26
Appendix J: Definitions ................................................................................................ 27
J1: Continued ................................................................................................................ 28
Appendix K: References ............................................................................................... 29
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 5 of 30
1. Introduction This document details the requirements of a third party who intends working (outside of a substation boundary) near any SA Power Networks electrical infrastructure which includes (but not limited to be):
Underground cable/conduit installations;
Ground mounted equipment (eg transformers, switching cubicles);
Stobie/public lighting poles;
Service pit/pillars;
HV and/or LV connection (eg joints, termination);
SA Power Networks telecommunications asset (includes overhead & underground cables, pits, pillars, microwave RF, tower, pole, building etc);
Overhead mains.
SA Power Networks employees and their contractors are governed by SA Power Networks internal procedures and network directives.
Maintaining clearances to overhead mains are also critical. The requirements for available infrastructure are covered by documents from the Office of the Technical Regulator on their internet website (http://www.sa.gov.au/).
This document provides guidelines for obtaining a network access permit (NAP), documented work submission, and background on on-site cable locations and site-specific clearance requirements.
The information in this document is based on the:
Electricity Act 1996;
Electricity (General) Regulations 2012;
Electricity (Principles of Vegetation Clearance) Regulations 2010
Work Health & Safety Act 2012;
Work Health & Safety Regulations 2012;
SafeWork SA - Codes of Practice;
SA Power Networks Network Directives; and
Office of the Technical Regulator documents.
Note: From here onwards, use of the terms ‘we’, ‘our’ and/or ‘us’ shall be taken to refer to SA Power Networks, unless otherwise specified.
2. What is a ‘Network Access Permit’ (NAP)? A NAP is a form of authorisation which allows access to work in, or near our electrical infrastructure, or to undertake testing of equipment. All external parties and contractors required to work within one of the applicable restricted zones shall have a NAP before commencing any work or testing.
In all cases, a DBYD report shall be obtained or SA Power Networks consulted prior to the commencement of any works to ascertain the location of our assets (even if they appear to be all above or at ground level).
For a NAP to be issued, the third party must complete and submit a request for network access (RNA).
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 6 of 30
3. Request for Network Access (RNA) Completing a request for network access (RNA) form will request that SA Power Networks isolates and makes safe the power at your specific site or location, on a date and at a time that has been agreed to by all parties.
Before completing a RNA, the requesting person of the third party will need to determine if they are or they are not doing ‘work’ on any infrastructure associated with the SA Power Networks electrical networks. It is the third party’s responsibility, not SA Power Networks, to determine what is required to ensure the safety of their employees, contractors and others.
3.1 Consumers Electrical Installation Works
If any third party is working on a consumer’s electrical installation then they shall complete Form A ‘Application for Connection/Alteration/Removal of Supply’ form, and submit this to the relevant retailer. The retailer will process this request and submit it to us on your behalf. RNA in this case is not required as the works will be performed by us in accordance with our procedures.
3.2 Working in the Vicinity of our Electrical Infrastructure
If you are planning to conduct ‘work’ in our no restricted zone, which is specified in Section 9.1 – figures 1, 2 and 3, then you do not need to complete the RNA form.
Note: If your request involves erecting scaffolding or working with cranes near SA Power Networks overhead lines, you must first seek approval from the Office of the Technical Regulator before submitting a Request.
If you are planning to work on and/or around our electrical infrastructure, and your ‘work’ encroaches within one of our exclusion and/or restricted zones as stated in Section 9.1 – figures 1, 2 and 3, then you shall be required to submit a RNA form to acquire a NAP.
3.3 Emergency/Unplanned Works
For any emergency assistance, third parties shall contact SA Power Networks - Faults and Emergencies on 13 13 66.
4. What details are required for submitting a RNA form? The current RNA Terms & Conditions are available on www.sapowernetworks.com.au website. Please complete all Sections of the form and include any relevant site plans and maps, and if known, the feeder and transformer number.
Section 9.1 – figures 1 to 3 within this document specify where and when further details are required to be submitted. Refer to Appendix D ‘Sample of RNA Form’ for details on how to complete the form.
Once completed, please Fax: (08) 8329 2685 or Email: [email protected] the form to our Network Access Officer (NAO). The NAO can be contacted on (08) 8329 2631.
4.1 Documented Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)
An approved documented SWMS may be required as part of the RNA submission process. This requirement is dependant on the ‘zone’ in which the work is to be conducted. Refer to Section 9.1 figures 1 to 3 to determine if an approved documented SWMS is required. The SWMS is to be forwarded to the NAO as part of the RNA submission. Where a documented SWMS is requested by us, it shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
Type of machinery that may be used for the excavation works;
Trenching/excavation methodology (eg backhoe, blunt-nosed shovel);
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 7 of 30
Hydro vacuum excavation and/or potholing (eg vac truck);
Personal protective equipment available;
Risk assessment process, which includes:
Identifying the hazards;
Assessing the risks associated with these hazards;
Implementing and maintaining risk control measures; and
Reviewing risk control measures.
Powerlines, including underground cable systems and equipment, shall always be treated as live unless we have verified they have been de-energised or isolated and made safe.
The use of tiger tails fitted to LV conductors are only to act as a visual indication of the presence of powerlines and are not for the purpose of acting as an insulator or to enable the permitted clearance zones to be encroached.
4.2 On-Site Cable Location Drawings
When it is requested by us, for you to submit ‘asset location drawings’, the following information, but not be limited to, shall be forwarded to the NAO:
Dial Before You Dig (DBYD) drawings of the area involved showing your area of interest in relation to our assets; and
Asset locator information to determine the vertical and horizontal datum points of cover for our cables. (Refer to Section 9.1 – figures 1, 2 and 3); and
Our electrical network is both overhead and underground. Even if lines appear overhead, a DBYD should still be performed as underground lines/assets may co-exist.
4.3 Site Specific Locations
When it is requested by us, for you to submit ‘site-specific clearance’, the following information, but not be limited to, shall be forwarded to the NAO:
On-site measures/recorded clearance of our infrastructure to other utilities. (Note that information obtained from DBYD does not provide ‘on-site’ data).
Drawings showing that safe clearances to our infrastructure (which are measured on site) will comply with the Electricity Act 1996 and Electricity (General) Regulations 2012.
If the plans indicate the presence of 66kV cables, then it shall be verified by our Cable Management Technical Officer. (Refer Appendix A).
5. How long does the RNA form take to process? To assist with planning, please allow at least 28 business days to process the RNA. Some requests may be undertaken in less time, but this can only be assessed once details of your request are known. In some cases your request may take longer than normal due to circumstances beyond our control.
6. Issuing of a ‘Network Access Permit’ (NAP) The granting of the NAP is subject to and conditional upon the third party agreeing to and complying with all relevant requirements and obligations as prescribed in this document (NICC 404).
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 8 of 30
When a RNA is approved by SA Power Networks, a network access permit (NAP) will be issued. The NAP is a written document that the requesting party sign on receipt and must hold whilst the powerlines/assets are de-energised and isolated, or otherwise made safe. The powerlines/assets will only be re-energised after the requesting party sign and return the permit to our ASO. Refer to Appendix – E ‘Sample of NAP Form’.
7. What will it cost for a NAP? Fees are applicable for issuing a NAP to provide you with the safe access to our network. The fees may vary subject to our policies, directives and NAP complexities. We will invoice the requestor once we have completed our work. If there has been any variation to the original scope of work, then additional fees may be chargeable.
8. Non Compliance SA Power Networks may conduct audits/inspections to verify compliance with NICC 404, any SWMS submitted as part of the RNA or site specific requirements set by us. Non-compliance may result in one or all of the following penalties being imposed on the offending party at the discretion SA Power Networks:
Financial penalties as prescribed within the Electricity Act 1996, Electricity (General) Regulations 2012, Work Health & Safety Act 2012 and Work Health & Safety Regulations 2012.
Recovery of any or all costs associated with the repair of damage to our infrastructure.
Issuance of a directive to cease work and/or removal of the offending person from the site.
Ban an offender from working near our infrastructure until further notice.
Withdraw an appropriate company’s endorsement status.
When we, as the infrastructure owner, apply any of the above penalties, then we may also advise all other infrastructure owners of the nature of the infringement.
9. Access to Underground Infrastructure The following section provides information on acquiring access near our energised underground infrastructure outside our substation boundaries up to, and including, 66kV network. Unless verified by our ASO, all parts of the electrical network shall be treated as live (ie energised).
Note that the following are the requirements to access our underground network (but not be limited to):
Any party intending to plant trees near and/or around our powerlines shall contact and comply with Office of the Technical Regulator requirements (refer to Planting Trees near Powerlines), to minimise the impact of trees growing too tall and into the clearance zone. The type and location of trees that can be planted near powerlines is limited by legislation. Also refer Trees and Powerlines and Electricity (Principles of Vegetation Clearance) Regulations 2010 for more information.
Any party intending to undertake civil works to a depth more than 300mm below ground level shall contact Dial Before You Dig (DBYD) either by dialling 1100, or via their internet site Dial Before You Dig, and/or an equivalent on-site infrastructure location provider to have all cables and other infrastructure located.
If DBYD identifies that there are underground cables in the vicinity, then please refer to Section 9.1 – figures 1, 2 and 3 for our specific requirements which are based on network voltage and exclusion/restricted zones which shall be adhered to.
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 9 of 30
No personnel (of any party) are permitted to work in an open trench containing exposed live cables unless a SWMS has been provided and agreed by the NAO.
Our cables shall not be left exposed without some form of additional protection (eg covering an open trench with a steel plate) when the excavation site is to be left unsupervised.
Any cable, including any buried cable that are to be exposed may be required to be de-energised or the affected network asset placed into non-auto, except in the case of LV cables within conduit.
Where our infrastructure has the potential to be destabilised, due to the proposed work, the relevant party shall forward the proposed certified stabilising arrangements to our responsible manager/project officer for acceptance. Such proposals may require provision of calculations by a qualified civil or structural engineer.
Upon completion of works, our infrastructure shall be reinstated to its original specification (eg appropriate sand backfill, marker tape etc) in order to ensure the ratings of the infrastructure are not compromised.
De-energisation of cables and equipment will require a NAP, which shall be organised via our NAO. A third party shall be responsible for all costs for services provided by us.
9.1 Zone Specific Requirements
Our access requirements differ according to the operating voltage of those parts of the network where the works are to take place and the zone categories.
The voltages of our network range from 240V up to 66kV; and
The zone categories are exclusion zone, restricted zones 1, 2, 3 and 4 and no restricted zone.
Refer to the following figures for the dimensions and the specific requirements for voltages < 33kV and 66kV.
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NIC
C 4
04
:Wo
rkin
g in
th
e V
icin
ity
of
SA
Po
wer
Net
wo
rks
Infr
ast
rucu
tre
- N
etw
ork
Acc
ess
Per
mit
Pro
cess
NIC
C 4
04
:Wo
rkin
g in
th
e V
icin
ity
of
SA P
ow
er N
etw
ork
s In
fra
stru
ctu
re -
Net
wo
rk A
cces
s P
erm
it P
roce
ss
Issu
ed -
Jan
20
15
Th
e u
se o
f th
is d
ocu
men
t is
su
bje
ct t
o t
he
con
dit
ion
s st
ate
d in
SA
Po
wer
Net
wo
rks
dis
cla
imer
at
the
fro
nt
of
this
do
cum
ent.
S
A P
ow
er N
etw
ork
s 2
01
5
Pag
e 1
0 o
f 3
0
Figu
re 1
: Tre
nch
ing/
Dir
ecti
on
al B
ori
ng
aro
un
d <
33
kV U
nd
ergr
ou
nd
Ne
two
rk –
(En
erg
ise
d)
450
300
3000
Bed
ding
San
d
≤ 33
kV c
able
1000
Not
e 3:
Req
uire
s ‘O
n-Si
te’ c
able
loca
tion.
Not
e 2:
Req
uire
s do
cum
ente
d ‘W
ork
Met
hod’
.
Exc
lusi
on Z
one
M
echa
nica
l Dig
ging
pro
hibi
ted.
S
afe
Edge
(Blu
nt N
ose)
Han
d
Dig
ging
is p
erm
itted
.
H
ydro
vac
(Pot
holin
g) m
ay b
e
perm
itted
on
appr
oval
. D
atum
0.
00
Not
e 1:
Req
uire
s ‘N
etw
ork
Acc
ess
Perm
it (N
AP)
’.
450
N
ot to
Sca
le
A
ll D
imen
sion
s ar
e in
‘mm
’
R
efer
to N
otes
1, 2
, 3, 4
& 5
Not
e 4:
Req
uire
s ‘S
ite-S
peci
fic’ C
lear
ance
from
the
rele
vant
SA
Pow
er N
etw
orks
Man
ager
.
Res
tric
ted
Zone
1
H
ydro
vac
Exca
vatio
n &
H
and-
Dig
ging
is
perm
itted
. Ref
er to
not
e 3.
M
echa
nica
l Dig
ging
(B
ackh
oe) i
s pe
rmitt
ed
subj
ect t
o N
AP,
refe
r to
note
s 1,
2, 3
, 4 &
5.
D
irect
iona
l Bor
ing/
Dril
ling
not p
erm
itted
.
Res
tric
ted
Zone
2
H
ydro
vac
Exca
vatio
n, H
and-
Dig
ging
and
M
echa
nica
l Dig
ging
(Bac
khoe
) is
perm
itted
. Ref
er to
not
e 3.
D
irect
iona
l Bor
ing/
Dril
ling
grea
ter t
han
1000
& u
pto
1500
mea
sure
d in
all
dire
ctio
n fr
om th
e ve
rtic
al &
hor
izon
tal
cabl
e da
tum
‘0.0
’, a
NA
P is
requ
ired,
re
fer t
o no
tes
1, 2
, 3, 4
& 5
.
D
irect
iona
l Bor
ing/
Dril
ling
grea
ter t
han
1500
is p
erm
itted
and
a N
AP
is n
ot
requ
ired.
Ref
er N
ote
3.
No
Res
tric
tion
Zone
300
300
30
0mm
bel
ow G
roun
d Le
vel (
No
Res
tric
tion)
No
te:
All
dim
ensi
on
s m
easu
red
fro
m H
ori
zon
tal &
Ver
tica
l Dat
um
‘0.0
0’.
To
est
ablis
h t
he
‘Dat
um
0.0
0’ t
he
actu
al d
epth
of
the
cab
les/
con
du
its
will
nee
d t
o
be
det
erm
ined
fo
r ea
ch s
pec
ific
loca
tio
n a
nd
req
uir
es c
on
firm
atio
n f
rom
SA
Po
wer
Net
wo
rks
as it
will
imp
act
the
des
ign
ated
zo
ne
dep
ths.
Dat
um
0.00
Not
e 5:
Cab
les
shal
l be
in N
on-A
uto
& m
ay n
eed
to b
e de
-ene
rgis
ed
Gro
und
Leve
l
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NIC
C 4
04
:Wo
rkin
g in
th
e V
icin
ity
of
SA
Po
wer
Net
wo
rks
Infr
ast
rucu
tre
- N
etw
ork
Acc
ess
Per
mit
Pro
cess
NIC
C 4
04
:Wo
rkin
g in
th
e V
icin
ity
of
SA P
ow
er N
etw
ork
s In
fra
stru
ctu
re -
Net
wo
rk A
cces
s P
erm
it P
roce
ss
Issu
ed -
Jan
20
15
Th
e u
se o
f th
is d
ocu
men
t is
su
bje
ct t
o t
he
con
dit
ion
s st
ate
d in
SA
Po
wer
Net
wo
rks
dis
cla
imer
at
the
fro
nt
of
this
do
cum
ent.
S
A P
ow
er N
etw
ork
s 2
01
5
Pag
e 1
1 o
f 3
0
Figu
re 2
: Tre
nch
ing
aro
un
d 6
6kV
Un
der
gro
un
d N
etw
ork
– (
Ene
rgis
ed
)
900
600
200
3000
50
00
Res
tric
ted
Zone
3
M
echa
nica
l dig
ging
per
mitt
ed
R
efer
not
es 2
, 3 &
4
No
Res
tric
tion
Zone
Bed
ding
san
d &
/or F
TB
Cov
er
slab
s
66kV
ca
ble
1200
Not
e 3:
Req
uire
s ‘O
n-Si
te’ c
able
loca
tion.
Not
e 2:
Req
uire
s do
cum
ente
d ‘W
ork
Met
hod’
.
Res
tric
ted
Zone
2
Han
d di
ggin
g pe
rmitt
ed (R
efer
not
es 2
, 3 &
4)
Res
tric
ted
Zone
1
Hyd
rova
c (P
otho
ling)
is p
erm
itted
(R
efer
not
es 1
, 2, 3
, 4 &
5)
Excl
usio
n Zo
ne
All d
iggi
ng p
rohi
bite
d
600
900
450
Not
e 1:
Req
uire
s ‘N
etw
ork
Acc
ess
Perm
it (N
AP)
.
Gro
und
Leve
l
Not
e 4:
Req
uire
s ‘S
ite-S
peci
fic’ C
lear
ance
from
SA
Pow
er N
etw
orks
Cab
le M
anag
emen
t Tec
hnic
al O
ffice
r.
Res
tric
ted
Zone
4
M
echa
nica
l dig
ging
per
mitt
ed
R
efer
not
es 3
& 4
N
ot to
Sca
le
A
ll D
imen
sion
s ar
e in
‘mm
’
Dat
um
0.00
Dat
um
0.00
No
te:
All
dim
ensi
on
s m
easu
red
fro
m H
ori
zon
tal &
Ver
tica
l Dat
um
‘0.0
0’.
To
est
ablis
h t
he
‘Dat
um
0.0
0’ t
he
actu
al d
epth
of
the
cab
les/
con
du
its
will
nee
d t
o
be
det
erm
ined
fo
r ea
ch s
pec
ific
loca
tio
n a
nd
req
uir
es c
on
firm
atio
n f
rom
SA
Po
wer
Net
wo
rks
as it
will
imp
act
the
des
ign
ated
zo
ne
dep
ths.
Not
e 5:
Cab
les
shal
l be
in N
on-A
uto
& m
ay n
eed
to b
e de
-ene
rgis
ed
300m
m b
elow
Gro
und
Leve
l (N
o R
estr
ictio
n)
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NIC
C 4
04
:Wo
rkin
g in
th
e V
icin
ity
of
SA
Po
wer
Net
wo
rks
Infr
ast
rucu
tre
- N
etw
ork
Acc
ess
Per
mit
Pro
cess
NIC
C 4
04
:Wo
rkin
g in
th
e V
icin
ity
of
SA P
ow
er N
etw
ork
s In
fra
stru
ctu
re -
Net
wo
rk A
cces
s P
erm
it P
roce
ss
Issu
ed -
Jan
20
15
Th
e u
se o
f th
is d
ocu
men
t is
su
bje
ct t
o t
he
con
dit
ion
s st
ate
d in
SA
Po
wer
Net
wo
rks
dis
cla
imer
at
the
fro
nt
of
this
do
cum
ent.
S
A P
ow
er N
etw
ork
s 2
01
5
Pag
e 1
2 o
f 3
0
Figu
re 3
: Dir
ecti
on
al B
ori
ng
aro
un
d 6
6kV
Un
der
gro
un
d N
etw
ork
– (
Ene
rgis
ed
/De
-en
erg
ise
d)
16
00
No
Res
tric
tion
Zone
Gro
und
Leve
l
Excl
usio
n Zo
ne
All
Bor
ing
proh
ibite
d
Not
e 4:
Req
uire
s ‘S
ite-S
peci
fic’ C
lear
ance
from
SA
Pow
er N
etw
orks
Cab
le M
anag
emen
t Tec
hnic
al O
ffice
r.
Not
e 2:
Req
uire
s do
cum
ente
d ‘W
ork
Met
hod’
.
Not
e 3:
Req
uire
s ‘O
n-Si
te’ c
able
loca
tion.
Bed
ding
sa
nd &
/or
FTB
Cov
er
slab
s
66kV
ca
ble
Not
e 1:
Req
uire
s ‘N
etw
ork
Acce
ss P
erm
it (N
AP)’.
Res
tric
ted
Zone
1
D
irect
iona
l Bor
ing
perm
itted
R
efer
not
es 1
, 2, 3
, 4 &
5
Res
tric
ted
Zone
2
D
irect
iona
l Bor
ing
perm
itted
R
efer
not
es 3
& 4
300m
m b
elow
Gro
und
Leve
l (N
o R
estr
ictio
n)
Dat
um
0.00
200
Dat
um 0
.00
3000
50
00
N
ot to
Sca
le
A
ll D
imen
sion
s ar
e in
‘mm
’ 15
00
No
te:
All
dim
ensi
on
s m
easu
red
fro
m H
ori
zon
tal &
Ver
tica
l Dat
um
‘0.0
0’.
To
est
ablis
h t
he
‘Dat
um
0.0
0’ t
he
actu
al d
epth
of
the
cab
les/
con
du
its
will
nee
d t
o b
e d
eter
min
ed
fo
r ea
ch s
pec
ific
loca
tio
n a
nd
re
qu
ires
co
nfi
rmat
ion
fro
m S
A P
ow
er N
etw
ork
s as
it w
ill im
pac
t th
e d
esig
nat
ed
zo
ne
de
pth
s.
Not
e 5:
Cab
les
shal
l be
in N
on-A
uto
& m
ay n
eed
to b
e de
-ene
rgis
ed.
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 13 of 30
9.2 Specific Notes for 66kV Network
For the 66kV underground cable network:
All relevant parties shall consult our cable management technical officer as indicated in figures 2 and 3.
The cable drawings, and any ‘on-site’ cable location, generally only denote the centre phase of the cable route, regardless of the number of cables actually present. Typically for 66kV cables, this represents the location of the centre phase cable only and ignores the two outer phase cables lying at the same depth but on average another 450mm either side of the centre phase cable, a critical distinction when considering separation distance or exclusion distance from the nearest cable.
9.3 De-energising Underground Networks
For de-energising our underground powerlines network, the third party shall submit a RNA.
Click RNA to obtain a copy.
9.4 Requirements to Identify Underground Cable Details
SA Power Networks will undertake inspection and compliance works in accordance with our current Network Access policy.
The third party shall meet the following requirements for identifying underground cable details:
1. Locate the labelling at each end of the cable and note what is recorded on the label:
(i) If the labels match and identify the cable as being the appropriate one, proceed to step 2 below.
(ii) If the labels do not match, then the cables MUST be traced and the correct identification shall be confirmed.
2. All cables shall be proved dead and earthed.
3. Perform a phase identity test.
4. Perform a screen to earth and screen to core test for high voltage cables and a Megger test for a low voltage cables in accordance with testing standard TS 105.
5. The test results for overhead and underground HV and LV equipment shall be recorded on an appropriate technical standard TS 105 Appendix A - (Forms).
6. If the cable test results on the existing cable is unsatisfactory, then the damage to the cable shall be identified and repaired. The NAP will be withheld until the damaged cable is rectified, then re-issued when satisfactory cable test results are available to us.
7. The original test results will be supplied to the third party along with the NAP at the site handover.
8. The cables to be worked on for the period of the third party’s access shall be earthed. It shall be the third party’s responsibility to arrange for earths to be removed and cables disconnected at both ends for the purpose of cable testing.
9. The third party shall be present for the site handover of any SA Power Networks assets.
10. The third party shall comply with Inspection requirements as stated in NICC 401, Section 3.4.
11. We will issue Certificate of Electrical Compliance (CEC) as stated in NICC 401, Section 3.5.
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 14 of 30
9.5 Installation of Consumers Mains into Service Pit/Pillar
SA Power Networks will undertake access requirements to service pits/pillar and consumer’s mains in accordance to our current Service and Installation Rules (S&IR).
Important points to noted are:
Any cables within a service pit/pillar shall be treated as ALIVE and shall not be handled without taking appropriate safety precautions. Refer to Service and Installation Rules Section 7.6.5 ‘Service Pits/Pillars’.
Service pits/pillars location – a minimum clearance of 2m from buildings is required as stated in Electricity (General) Regulations 2012 clause 82 ‘Erection of buildings in proximity to underground powerlines’ and Service and Installation Rules Section 4.2.2 ‘Building and Structural Clearances’ – figure 4.1.
Operating work zones – refer to Service and Installation Rules Section 7.3.6.4, figure 7.1, Appendix A-1.6 ‘Underground Service’ and AS/NZS 3000 ‘Electrical Installations’ requirements.
When inserting cables into a service pit, the contractor shall take appropriate measures, such as double insulating the end of the cables, to prevent accidental contact with single insulated conductors.
Care is to be taken when trenching or digging near service pits. SA Power Networks and consumer cables will be present. Refer to Section 9 ‘Access to Underground Infrastructure’ for requirements prior to trenching or digging.
All parties who intend to work with consumer’s mains installation shall comply with Electricity (General) Regulations 2012 and WH&S Act and Regulations 2012.
9.6 Access Permits for Padmount Transformers
If a customer’s electrical contractor needs to install and prepare consumers mains into a SA Power Networks transformer, a NAP is required.
SA Power Networks requires a padmount transformer to be de-energised prior to an electrical contractor accessing the vault for the installation of wiring. Isolation may be avoided if SA Power Networks, or one of its endorsed contractors, performs the vault part of the work as per the appropriate SA Power Networks’ job safe work procedure (JSWP).
An approved documented SWMS may be required as part of the RNA submission process. Refer to Section 4.1 for more details.
10. Access to Overhead Infrastructure There are many hazards associated with working in proximity to overhead powerlines. In order to manage these hazards, clearance distances to powerlines apply. In South Australia, these hazards and clearance distances are outlined in Electricity (General) Regulations 2012, WH&S Act and Regulations 2012, Electricity (Principles of Vegetation Clearance) Regulations 2010, SafeWork SA Codes of Practice and OTR brochures.
10.1 Working Near and in the Vicinity of our Overhead Infrastructure
Where work is undertaken in proximity to exposed live conductors or live parts, the work shall be undertaken by a person who is suitably qualified and trained to work in proximity to exposed high and low voltage conductors or exposed parts of high and low voltage electrical equipment, maintaining a distance from the live conductors or parts, in line with the Electricity (General) Regulations 2012 Section 64 ‘Work in Proximity to Conductors etc’ and Electricity (Principles of Vegetation Clearance) Regulations 2010.
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 15 of 30
Notes:
1. The distances prescribed in the Electricity (General) Regulations 2012 are the minimum allowable approach clearances to live parts of the network.
2. These minimum allowable approach clearances shall not be infringed by any part of a person’s body or their clothes, or by that person bringing any object within it, unless that object has been specifically designed for that purpose.
3. The specified approach distances are the surface to surface distances measured in any direction.
It is important to take these clearance distances into account when designing structures, vegetation planting/clearance works, operating machinery or planning to work near powerlines as it may affect the work practices or the use of equipment or structures such as scaffolding.
The following requirements apply when a third party intends to conduct works near and/or in the vicinity of SA Power Networks overhead infrastructure:
To determine the specific voltage level of the aerial lines and its type, call our Builders & Contractors Line on 1300 650 014, or contact our relevant Customer Solutions Manager/Network Project Officer for verification.
Note that we do not and will not provide advice or give recommendations to the OTR, customers, or developers and builders regarding exemptions to clearance distances as shown in the Electricity (General) Regulations 2012. All enquiries relating to clearances to powerlines are to be referred to the Office of the Technical Regulator (OTR).
10.2 Excavating or Boring Near our Overhead and Above Ground Infrastructure
Digging or directional boring near Stobie poles and other electrical infrastructure, such as padmount transformer enclosures, switching boxes and service pits/pillars could present risks to safety and the surrounding property. There is a serious possibility that such digging activities may result in contact with underground cables, or destabilise the asset causing it to collapse.
It should be noted that for our larger poles, significant footings may exist over a large area and depth compared to the size of the pole and therefore may be impacted.
The following requirements apply when a third party intends to directional bore and/or excavate near in the vicinity of SA Power Networks overhead and above ground infrastructure:
Any party intending to dig near and/or in the vicinity of our overhead or above ground infrastructure such as Stobie poles, padmount transformers or switching cubicles, shall comply with Electricity (General) Regulations 2012 Section 80 ‘Altering Ground Levels near Infrastructure’.
To determine the specific voltage level of the aerial lines and its type, call our Builders & Contracts Line on 1300 650 014, or contact our relevant Customer Solutions Manager/Network Project Officer for clarification of the voltage level.
Note that we do not and will not provide advice or give recommendations to customers, or developers and builders regarding exemptions to clearance distances as shown in the Electricity (General) Regulations 2012. All enquiries relating to clearances to powerlines are to be referred to the Office of the Technical Regulator (OTR).
An easement is a legal right of use over the land of another person. In relation to powerlines, this means that we have legal permission to access and maintain the infrastructure. Any excavation, digging or building near, or within any easement is prohibited without the written approval from the land owner.
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 16 of 30
It is not permitted to alter the ground level, conduct civil works and/or erect third party infrastructures directly under powerlines if this reduces the ground clearance to less than that prescribed in Electricity (General) Regulations 2012.
Where any of our equipment may be de-stabilised, the third party shall provide an engineer’s report detailing the proposed method of temporary support of the equipment, structure or trench wall before any work is undertaken.
If the proposed civil works will expose plant/equipment footings then an authorised observer may be required. This will be assessed at the time of submission of the engineer’s report.
On receipt of the proposed stabilising method, we will assess and notify the applicant of its acceptance. We will also notify our relevant responsible manager who will then liaise with the on-site observer where required.
Any excavation near and/or in the vicinity of an SA Power Networks infrastructure deeper than 1.5m shall be shored in accordance with the SafeWork SA Codes of Practice and SA Power Networks technical standard TS 085 ‘Trenching and Conduit Standard for Underground Distribution Cable Networks’.
Where soil type or weather conditions dictate, shoring and storm water deviation may be required on any excavation over 1m deep, consult our relevant customer solutions manager/network project officer.
11. Facilities Access We own and control a large number of assets across South Australia. Many of these assets are suitable for use by telecommunication carriers as locations to install and operate their equipment. Providing the technical requirements can be met and commercial terms can be agreed, we will consider granting carriers access to our facilities for telecommunications purposes.
The following guidelines describe the requirements for the use of our infrastructure (facilities) for third party purposes. The equipment typically installed includes mobile phone base stations, broad-band coaxial cables (pay TV), optical fibre cables and other telecommunications infrastructure that makes use of our facilities such as poles, structures, ducts, conduits, buildings, towers and land controlled by us.
This includes (but not limited to):
Infrastructure that form part of the overhead distribution system energised up to and including 66kV;
Infrastructure that is contained within the boundaries of our substations; and
Property (including ducts and conduits) and buildings owned and controlled by us.
11.1 Minimum Requirements
We will not be able to grant permission to access our infrastructure, if you do not satisfy the following requirements:
Pursuant to the facilities access agreement, you have consulted with the Facilities Access & Projects Coordinator on (08) 8404 5399.
You have read, understood and agreed to our Asset Access Manual No. 27A.
You have met the requirements prescribed by the Electricity (General) Regulations 2012, the Electricity Distribution Code, customer service obligations and any other rules/regulations with which we are required to comply in conducting our electricity distribution business.
You have Safe Works Method Statement (SWMS) in place, which is a requirement for ‘High Risk Construction Works’ as specified in WH&S Act and Regulations 2012.
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 17 of 30
11.2 Outages of the Carrier’s Equipment
From time to time we will require an outage of the carrier’s equipment to enable us to conduct work on our asset that has been licensed to the carrier. When access is required, we will in good faith give the carrier the maximum possible time to consider a request for an outage; however, this will not prevent us from performing our duties in accordance with our licence obligations.
11.3 Facilities Access Notification of Works Form – (TS 105-F-25)
The nature of third party works could involve requiring access to:
Their own telecommunication infrastructure only;
On and/or around our telecommunication infrastructure only; and
On and/or around our telecommunication and our electrical infrastructure.
At first instance, contact our facilities access & projects coordinator (FAPC) on (08) 8404 5399.
The TS 105-F-25 form is available for third parties who wish to notify their intent of conducting works, on and/or around our infrastructure. The form is to be submitted at least 5 business days prior to the commencement date.
This form is not to be used by any civil contractor intending to dig around our infrastructure. Refer to Section 9 in this document for further information. The third party shall complete all necessary details, including responses to the questionnaires, electronically on PDF form. On completion, this form shall be emailed to our FAPC – [email protected] for assessment, further action and/or recommendations for organising facilities access.
Refer to Appendix H – Sample – Facilities Access Notification of Works Form – (TS 105-F-25). The copy of TS 105-F-25 form is available within TS 105 Test Standard Appendix A – Forms on our internet site.
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 18 of 30
APPENDICES
Appendix A: Who you should talk to?
If you have any further questions then please contact the Builders & Contractors line in the first instance.
Building & Electrical Contractors Service Phone: 1300 650 014 (8am – 5pm, Monday to Friday).
Fax: 1300 650 016
Email: [email protected]
Dial Before You Dig Call Centre during business hours – 1100
Internet website www.1100.com.au
Office of the Technical Regulator (OTR)
Electrical and Gas General Enquiries – 8226 5500
Email: [email protected]
Please note that if you are proposing to erect a structure near overhead lines or working with plant including cranes near overhead lines you will need to discuss this with OTR.
SA Power Networks General enquiries – Customer Service – 13 12 61
Telecommunications Network Operations Centre (TNOC) – 8404 4555 (24hrs/7days).
Faults and emergencies – 13 13 66
More contact numbers on our internet website click here.
SA Power Networks Customer Solutions Managers: Asset Areas - Customer Solutions Managers Phone (08) Mobile
Country North (Port Lincoln) 8682 0567 0428 563 010
North (Elizabeth) 8282 1545 0403 582 096
Adelaide (CBD) 8404 5407 0403 582 220
Hills & Murray (Mount Barker) 8391 7702 0428 100 030
South (St Marys) 8275 0902 0403 582 102
South East (Mount Gambier) 8724 1617 0403 582 274
SA Power Networks Contact for Network Access Permit: Network Access Officer Phone (08) Fax (08)
[email protected] 8329 2631 8329 2685
All other Enquiries: SA Power Networks Contact Phone (08) Mobile
Facilities Access & Projects Coordinator 8404 5399 0439 810 065
Compliance Coordinator 8404 5689 0407 878 848
Environment Branch 8404 5888 --
Cable Management Technical Officer (66kV & Above) 8292 0459 0403 582 130
For Project Specific Approval/Enquiries:
For any specific requirement/s that does not comply and/or not addressed within this document, shall require written approval from Manager Network Standards and Performance (MNSP). At first instant, call Networks Standards and Performance Branch’s Hotline - (08) 8404 4200.
Or Please Write To: Manager Network Standards and Performance (MNSP), Network Standards and Performance Branch, Network Management Department SA Power Networks, GPO Box 77, Adelaide SA 5001.
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 19 of 30
Appendix B: Customer Solutions Managers Area Boundaries – MAP
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 20 of 30
Appendix C: Asset Manager Area Boundaries
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 21 of 30
Appendix D: Sample for ‘RNA’ Form
Work Dates & Times
Plant & Equipment to Which Access is required
What We Need To Do
What Work You Will Be Doing
Who & Where Do We Invoice
Declaration
Click here to View Terms & Conditions
SAMPLE FORM ONLY
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 22 of 30
Appendix E: Sample of ‘Network Access Permit (NAP)’
Note: These are legal documents and may need to be produced if an incident occurs.
Opened and Locked LS1151 on 11kV Feeder NU-040
Earths applied between the working position and LS1151 on Feeder NU-040
Isolation Points
Where Earths are installed
Status of working position – PROVE DEAD and Working Earths installed – ASO will explain the condition and Sign and Issue the NAP
Officer Responsible for the Working Party signs off – keeps the BLUE copy
Before relinquishing NAP, Officer Responsible must give back BLUE copy for both parties to sign. Note these confirmations
ASO & Officer Responsible sign the NAP and the BLUE copy is kept by Officer responsible
Details of Authorised Switching Officer (ASO)
SAMPLE FORM ONLY
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 23 of 30
Appendix F: Additional Information - Request for Network Access
Completing a Request for Network Access (RNA) form will request that SA Power Networks turns off the power at your specific site or location, on a date and at a time that has been agreed to by all parties. Please allow 28 business days from the day of submitting your request to us. There may be some circumstances where we may not be able to meet those requests. Prior to completing the RNA form you will need to ensure you have all the correct information. For information and resources that will help you complete the form, please see Request for Network Access resources or you may wish to call the Network Access Officer on (08) 8329 2631. Remember: It is your responsibility not that of SA Power Networks, to determine what you need to ensure your own safety, the safety of those employed and/or contracted to you, and the safety of the general public. You will be asked to read and agree to the Terms and Conditions for Network Access Pursuant to a Network Access Permit before submitting your form.
If you wish to proceed with your application, please select the appropriate type of isolation below:
If you intend to carry out any of the types of work below including Pot Holing, Directional Boring within the designated areas, trenching/excavating, erecting scaffolding or any work in the vicinity of SA Power Networks infrastructure either overhead or underground, you are required to submit a Request for Network Access for approval.
If you intend to carry out any work on the Customers Installation of any electrical work as defined in the Electricity (General) Regulations 2012, you must first submit a request for connection / alteration / removal etc to your retailer, not an Access Permit request. Electrical contractors may wish to go directly
to the REX system to complete the Form A or Form B.
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 24 of 30
Appendix G: Sample for External User Change Control – TNOC Form
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 25 of 30
Appendix H: Sample – Facilities Access Notification of Works Form
SAMPLE FORM ONLY
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 26 of 30
H1: Continued
SAMPLE FORM ONLY
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 27 of 30
Appendix J: Definitions
ABC: Aerial bundled conductors.
ASO: Authorised switching officer.
Carrier: Means the holder of a carrier’s licence and is referred to as the applicant in the agreement.
Contractor: Means a contractor and their sub-contractor who is engaged by SA Power Networks to conduct works on or near SA Power Networks’ infrastructure.
DBYD: Means ‘dial before you dig’ process. Visit www.1100.com.au.
DPTI: Stands for the ‘Department of Planning Transport and Infrastructure’. Visit www.dpti.sa.gov.au.
Earthworks: Is any excavation activity that has a potential to expose, undermine or impact SA Power Networks electrical cables and infrastructure.
EWP: Elevating work platform.
FAPC: Facilities Access & Projects Coordinator.
Hand digging: Digging by a person not a machine using a spade, shovel or other hand tool (ie not operated by mechanical means, hydraulics or compressed air). Note that within the exclusion zone, the spade, shovel or other hand tool used for hand digging shall be a safe edge (ie blunt nosed).
HV: High voltage. Voltage that is greater than 1000 V a.c.
Hydro-vac: A non-destructive method of excavation utilising water and vacuum technology above and around infrastructure to safely expose underground utilities infrastructure. It is used for potholing and/or excavation.
IUC: Insulated unscreened conductor.
LV: Low voltage. Voltage exceeding 50V a.c. but less than 1000V a.c.
LV Cables: Cables where the primary voltage is exceeding 50V a.c. but less than 1000V a.c.
Mechanical digging:
Digging or excavation of the ground using any machinery, eg backhoe, ditchwich and/or jackhammer.
NAO: Network access officer.
NAP: Is the SA Power Networks network access permit issued by NAO and is a notification process for a contractor and any third party.
NOC: Means the SA Power Networks network operations centre.
Notifiable Incident:
As defined within Work Health and Safety Act and Regulations 2012 – Part 3: Section 35 means (a) the death of a person, of (b) a serious injury or illness of a person, or (c) a dangerous incident.
OTR: Is a SA state government agency The Office of the Technical Regulator responsible for the administration of electricity, gas and the Energy Products Acts in SA
PCBU: The person conducting business or undertaking (as defined in Work Health and Safety Act and Regulations 2012.
Potholing: A vertical excavation to locate an infrastructure. The approval will be subject to the tool/process used for potholing.
RNA: Request for network access.
SafeWork SA: Is a SA state government WH&S agency (www.safeworksa.gov.au) responsible for administering Industrial Relations (IR) legislation and managing all Work Health and Safety Act and Regulations 2012 functions in SA.
Shall: Means mandatory.
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 28 of 30
J1: Continued
SWMS: Safe work method statement as defined in Work Health and Safety Act and Regulations 2012.
Third Party: Means a contractor who is not engaged by SA Power Networks or by their associated contractor.
TNOC: Means the SA Power Networks telecommunications network operations centre.
Works:
Planned: The works, which has followed the normal planning process, prior to work commencing, ie where the worksite has been physically inspected and assessed, in advance of the work crew, arriving on site.
Unplanned: Any urgent works where there has not been a reasonable opportunity to follow normal planning processes prior to work commencing. This includes works where the supervisor has not physically inspected the workplace or where a work crew has come across a scope of work requiring action during the normal course of their duties.
Emergency: Where a crew is despatched to the worksite, in response to an immediate threat/danger to an individual, the public, or the infrastructure.
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 29 of 30
Appendix K: References
The following listed documents are for additional information but may not be a conclusive list and other documentation may be required on a project specific basis. Refer to the following SA legislative acts and regulations, SA Electricity Code, SA Power Networks publications, relevant AS/NZS and ENA standards for more detail. Please note: Its your responsibility to ensure you have complied with all relevant standards.
Building Code of Australia (BCA) Publications:
Volume 1 – Class 2 to Class 9 Building
Volume 2 – Class 1 and Class 10 Buildings – Housing Provisions
Energy Networks Association (AUS) Publications:
ENA NENS 03 – National Guidelines for Safe Access to Electrical and Mechanical Apparatus
ENA NENS 04 – National Guidelines for Safe Approach Distances to Electrical and Mechanical Apparatus
Essential Services Commission of South Australia (ESCoSA) Codes:
SA Electricity Distribution Code (EDC).
South Australian Act & Legislations:
Environment Protection (EPA) Act 1993
Environment Protection (EPA) Regulations 2009
Plumbers, Gas Fitters and Electricians Act 1995
Plumbers, Gas Fitters and Electricians Regulations 2010
Electricity Act 1996 & Electricity (General) Regulations 2012
Work Health and Safety Act and Regulations 2012
Electricity (Principles of Vegetation Clearance) Regulations 2010
Standards Australia & ISO Publications:
AS 60038 – Standard Voltages
AS/NZS 1158 – Lighting for Roads and Public Spaces Set
AS/NZS 3000 – Electrical Installations (known as the AUS NZ Wiring Rules)
AS/NZS ISO 14001 – Environmental Management System Standard
AS/NZS ISO 31000 – Risk Management – Principles and Guidelines
SA Power Networks Documents:
Asset Access Manual No. 27A
NICC Brochures
Relevant E-Drawing series.
Service & Installation Rules
Technical Standards
The Department of Planning Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) Publications:
DPTI Notification Form
Information on Transport SA Guide to Matters of National Environmental Significance and a list of Roadside Significant Sites visit DPTI website.
Reinstatement Pavement Configuration
Underground Service Request – Trains and Trams
Works on Roads by Other Organisations
The Office of Technical Regulator (OTR) Publications:
Building Safely Near Powerlines Brochure
OTR Powerline Safety
Trees and Powerlines Brochure
Working Safely Near Overhead Powerlines Brochure
Working Safely Near Powerlines and Identifying Powerlines
WAR
NIN
G: P
rinte
d co
pies
of t
his d
ocum
ent A
RE D
EEM
ED U
NCO
NTR
OLL
ED. T
he m
ost u
p-to
-dat
e ve
rsio
n is
loca
ted
on th
e In
tran
et/I
nter
net
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastrucutre - Network Access Permit Process
NICC 404:Working in the Vicinity of SA Power Networks Infrastructure - Network Access Permit Process Issued - Jan 2015 The use of this document is subject to the conditions stated in SA Power Networks disclaimer at the front of this document.
SA Power Networks 2015 Page 30 of 30
This page is left intentionally blank