Requirements

Victorian Electricity Distribution Networks Management System and Capability Requirements for Underground Electrical Infrastructure Civil Works

Introduction

This document sets out the Victorian Electrical Distribution Network (VEDN) Owners electricity industry special requirements for Management Systems assessment for Electrical infrastructure, Civil Works.

Management System

The Contractor’s Management System is to be based on: -
AS 4801:2001 (Safety)
ISO 9001:2000 (Quality)
ISO 14001:2004 (Environment), and
Contains the required Victorian Electrical Distribution Networks special requirements.

Special Requirements

Training

Personnel

The following personnel will require the below listed training:
The person directly supervising and or performing the work
The cable/conduit/trench detailer
The work site auditor/inspector

No Go Zone

WorkSafe guide to ‘No Go Zones’ for construction and utilities.

Underground Cable Installation – Civil Works

(This course is available through GippsTAFE)
Reading of plans
Approved materials
Trench and joint hole requirements
Substation site requirements
Pole hole requirements
Separation from other assets
Cable protection (marker tape, slabs, sand)
Pit installations
Conduit and duct installation
Bollards

Hazard identification & Risk Assessment Procedure

The Contractor must have:
A hazard identification & risk assessment procedure that is suitable for electrical infrastructure, civil works.  This may be a modified version of a current procedure.
Hazard identification & risk assessment forms (JSA) for electrical infrastructure, civil works

Installation Inspection and Test Program

Inspection and testing process that includes:
A suitable inspection and test plan for electrical infrastructure, civil works
Staged inspection and test process and forms for electrical infrastructure, civil works
Verification/handover documents

Acts, Regulations & Codes of Practice:

The contractor must have access to the following:
Electricity Safety (Network Assets) Regulation
Electricity Safety (Network Assets) Code

Manual and Standards

The contractor must have access to the URD Developers Design and Construction manual. (VESI or Network Owner document) Available from Network owners

EQUIPMENT

The following is the minimum equipment (unless specifically excluded) which all applicants must demonstrate access to:

Personal Safety

Hard Hats (AS1801)
Safety Footwear  (AS2210)
Hi Visibility Clothing/Vests (must be NENS 09 compliant if engaged by Network Owner)
Hard Work Gloves
Eye Protection  (AS1336)
Ear Protection  (AS1270)

Pit, Trench and Conduit Installation

Excavation capability (Ditchwitch/ Excavator or Backhoe etc)