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Electricity Meter Replacement SWMS

Replacement of single-phase and three-phase electricity meters at switchboards on the customer side of the network point of supply. Includes Level 2 / authorised supply-side work, fuse pull, meter swap and re-energisation.

βš–οΈWHS Regulation 2025 & Codes of Practice β€” legally binding from 1 July 2026 (s26A)
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Replacement of single-phase and three-phase electricity meters at switchboards including Level 2 supply-side work, fuse pull and re-energisation. Work on energised installations triggers HRCW under WHS Regulation 2025 Part 4.4.

Hazards identified

3 hazards covered, sorted by priority.

Live supply-side conductors (service fuse)HIGH

Electrocution or arc flash

Arc flash during meter disconnectionHIGH

Severe burns, blindness

Working at height on switchboardMEDIUM

Fall from ladder

Control measures

Hierarchy-of-controls order: elimination β†’ substitution β†’ isolation β†’ engineering β†’ administrative β†’ PPE.

  1. 1Verify isolation with tested CAT IV multimeter; apply LOTO before fuse pull.
  2. 2Wear Cat 2 arc-rated PPE, insulated gloves tested to AS 2225.
  3. 3Use insulated fuse-pulling tool; maintain approach distances per AS/NZS 4836.

Applicable Codes of Practice

AS/NZS 4836:2023βš– Legally binding Β· 1 Jul 2026

Safe working on low-voltage electrical installations

AS/NZS 3000:2018βš– Legally binding Β· 1 Jul 2026

Wiring rules for meter installation compliance

High-Risk Construction Work triggered

9
Work on or near energised electrical installations

Fuse pull and meter swap occur on energised supply-side conductors.

Legal consequence

SWMS mandatory before work; PCBU fines exceed $30,000.

What you receive

  • βœ“Editable DOCX template β€” Microsoft Word compatible
  • βœ“State-specific WHS legislation schedule (NSW/VIC/QLD/SA/WA/TAS/NT/ACT)
  • βœ“Hazard register with risk ratings + controls
  • βœ“Worker sign-on register and pre-start checklist

Related legislation

  • WHS Act 2011 (model)
  • WHS Regulation 2025
  • AS/NZS 3000 β€” Electrical installations
What's in this SWMS

Document details

Regulation
WHS Regulation 2025, Part 4.4 β€” High Risk Construction Work
HRCW Category
Category 9: Work on or near energised electrical installations
Hazards Identified
10 hazards with controls
Format
Editable DOCX (Microsoft Word)
Author
Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
Delivery
Instant download after payment