The Process to Work as an ASP

If you want to work as an ASP (Accredited Service Provider) in the NSW energy distribution network, you need to follow a few steps. One major step you must undertake is ASP Pathways Level 2 training. The extent of training you complete determines the types of roles you can perform in the electrical services industry. For example, an ASP 1 can only perform restricted electrical service work. Here are the steps to get on a Level 2 ASP list.

Choose the work you want to do: You can choose the level of ASP work that you want to do, and this informs the types of training and mandatory units you’ll need to complete. We’ve listed the training requirements for each level and category below.

Undertake training:  Complete the core units and mandatory units required to perform electrical work aligned with your desired role.

Apply for accreditation:  Once your training is complete, you must gather your paperwork and apply in writing for accreditation to the NSW Dept of Planning and Environment. This registers you as an ASP.

Apply for authorisation:  Finally, seek authorisation from your ESDN (Electrical Supply Distribution Network) such as Ausgrid, Endeavour Energy or Essential Energy. You’ll then be authorised to perform the duties aligned with your level of training.

Who can benefit from ASP Pathways Level 2?

Anybody who wants to work as an Accredited Service Provider (ASP) should consider our ASP pathways Level 2 training.

The ASP Level 2 Qualifications

The services that can be undertaken by a Level 2 ASP are as follows (but not limited to):

Class 2A – Disconnect & Reconnect:

• Disconnection and reconnection of service lines at the connection point – but only work at the connection point that does not involve accessing network operator assets and no mechanical changes to network assets are required.

Class 2B – Work on underground service conductors including:

• remove and replace a local electricity distributor security seal in accordance with local electricity distributor procedures; 
• installation and connection of underground service lines in accordance with the NSW Service & Installation Rules; 
• relocate/upgrade an existing underground service line and restore supply on completion; 
• disconnection and reconnection of underground service lines at the point of common coupling and the connection point; and
• replacement of a service protection device (including where it includes a meter protection device) and service active and neutral links. 

Class 2C – Work on overhead service conductors including:

• remove and replace a local electricity distributor security seal in accordance with local electricity distributor procedures; 
• installation and connection of overhead service lines in accordance with the Service & Installation Rules of NSW; 
• relocate/upgrade an existing overhead service line and restore supply on completion; 
• disconnection and reconnection of overhead service lines at the point of common coupling and the connection point; and
• replacement of a service protection device (including where it includes a meter protection device) and service active and neutral links.

Class 2D – Energising network operator service equipment including service protection devices/fuses:

• remove and replace a local electricity distributor security seal in accordance with local electricity distributor procedures;
• disconnection and reconnection of the service equipment (including service protection devices/fuses) at the connection point;
• installation, replacement and removal of service protection devices/fuses as required by distributors in accordance with the NSW Service and Installation Rules 
• energising service equipment including service protection devices/fuses.

In relation to a basic meter (as defined in Schedule 6 of the Electricity Supply Act 1995) request received by the distributor prior to 1 December 2017, the installation and removal of the whole current metering equipment in accordance with the local distributor’s published standards to the extent that such installation or removal relates to a basic meter. An ASP may only remove or install meters if the ASP is accredited as a meter provider with the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) or the ASP is undertaking this work as a subcontractor to another company that is properly accredited by AEMO for this purpose.

New to Industry Units

Listed below are the units you’ll need to achieve regarding of what category you achieve to be accredited with the ASP Scheme. These units might vary from each Electrical Supply Distribution Network owner.

Yearly Refresher Units 

• HLTAID009, Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation 
• UETDREL006, Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus as a non-electrical worker 
• UETDRMP001 –  ESI safety rules for work on, near or in the vicinity of electrical apparatus 
• UETDRMP004 – Perform elevated work platform controlled descent escape* 
• UETDRMP005 – Perform EWP rescue* 
• UETDRMP006 – Perform pole top rescue* 
• UETDRMP007 – Perform rescue from live LV panel 
• UETDRMP010 – Provide first aid in an ESI environment 
• UETDRMP011 – Testing of connections to low voltage electricity networks 

Stand-alone units 

• UEERE0001 – Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector^ 
• UETDREL001 – Apply environmental requirements 
• UETDREL004 – Operate plant and equipment in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus* 
• UETDREL005 – Work safely in the  vicinity of live electrical apparatus

*only required for Overhead

^only required for Metering

Class 2A (Disconnect & Reconnect)

With Class 2A qualification you’re able to perform all the duties prescribed by the lower levels, but you can also disconnect and reconnect services at the connection source. It’s important to note that this does not include accessing network operator assets or making any changes to network assets.

Core requirements:
Core units: Meet qualifications for class 2B and 2C or currently be registered for Disconnect/Reconnect

Units of Competency achieved:
UETDREL005 – Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus; and
UETDRMP011 – Testing of connections to low voltage electricity networks

Class 2B (Underground)

With Class 2B accreditation you can perform all the duties applicable to Class 2C and 2D, but you can also work on underground service conductors.

Core requirements:
Qualifications you must hold: Electrical Contractors Licence – UEE30820 – Certificate III in Electro-technology Electrician or UET30821 – Certificate III in ESI – Distribution Underground

Units of Competency achieved:
UETDREL001 – Apply environmental requirements
UETDREL005 – Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus; and
UETDRMP011 – Testing of connections to low voltage electricity networks; and
UETDRIS011 – Install and maintain low voltage underground services

Class 2C (Overhead)

With Class 2C, you can perform all duties allowed with Class 2D, but you can also work on overhead service conductors.

Core requirements:
Qualifications you must hold:
Electrical Contractors Licence – UEE30820- – Certificate III in Electro-technology Electrician or UET30621 – Certificate III in ESI – Distribution Overhead

Units of Competency achieved:
UETDREL001 – Apply environmental requirements
UETDREL004 – Operate plant and equipment in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus
UETDREL005 – Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus; and
UETDRMP011 – Testing of connections to low voltage electricity networks: and
UETDRIS010 – Install and maintain low voltage overhead services

Class 2D (Metering)

Class 2D certification allows you to perform a range of tasks, including installing metering for Type 5 and 6 meter types and disconnection and reconnection of whole current metering equipment.

Training requirements:
Core units: UEE30820 – Certificate III in Electro-technology Electrician

Units of Competency achieved:
UEERE0001 – Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector
UETDREL001 – Apply environmental requirements
UETDREL005 – Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus; and
UETDRMP011 – Testing of connections to low voltage electricity networks
UETDRIS014 – Install and replace energy meters and associated equipment; or
UEEEL0013 – Install, setup and commission interval metering.

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