The course is designed to allow Category 2 operators who have not completed the prescribed four operations per annum to maintain their licence status. The focus is concentrated on an assessment of practical competence and revising any changes that may have occurred with switching practices, equipment or HV procedures within the ElectraNet network.

Current holders of ElectraNet Cat2 Switching Licences who have not switched 4 times during the last 12 months (of your Licence anniversary date).

This is a one day course in which two attendees are accompanied by an accredited trainer to:

• undertake a theory session and assessment; and
• perform two switching exercises.

Upon successful completion of an Refresher Course, a participant will have developed an understanding of:

• The legislative framework that governs work activities on their site;
• Relevant regulations and enterprise procedures;
• Hazards associated with equipment and balance of plant;
• The work permit process from application, preparation, isolation, issue, completion, cancelation and restoration, in compliance with your enterprise procedures;
• Operation of high voltage, low voltage, control and protection devices associated with the site, in compliance with the enterprise procedures; and
• The application and removal of fixed and portable earthing equipment, in compliance with enterprise procedures.

1 day

$1650
Cost is per person and inclusive of GST. For Corporate Clients, cost of the course is $1,500.00 (ex. GST) per person. Please contact our Office for details on 1300 15 66 85 or email us on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Learners are required to have the following to participate in this course:

• Hard hat,
• Safety footwear,
• Wrap around safety glasses,
• Fire retardant overalls with plastic zip fasteners,
• Work gloves (cotton or leather rigger type), and
• Stationary (e.g. Pen, Pencil, etc.).

Equipment Requirements for Practicals and Assessment:

• Approved live line tester (Modiewark or similar),
• HV insulating gloves,
• HV operating stick attachments (Modiewark and earthing), and
• Gloves and test equipment must be within current test date.

Learners will be assessed using a combination of the following methods:

• Theory/Written Assessment
• Direct Observation/Practical Assessment

Non-accredited.
Upon successful completion, learners will receive Certificate of Completion - ElectraNet Switching Operator Cat2 Licence Maintenance Assessment

Further information about your rights and obligations:

• Student Handbook
• Complaints and Appeals Policy