WHO NEEDS THIS LETTER?

This letter is required for a person who has been appointed as a Temporary Electrical Installation Supervisor for the work site. They will be responsible for all temporary electrical installations on the work site and ensure these are kept in good condition and operate correctly and safely.

WHAT IS THIS LETTER FOR?

This letter shows that a Temporary Electrical Installation Supervisor has been appointed for ensuring the safe operation of all temporary electrical installations on the work site, according to the requirements of the OHS Act. The letter allows these persons to act under the authority of the Principal Contractor or Contractor in order to ensure that all temporary electrical installations are safe and remain in good working order.

WHY IS THIS LETTER IMPORTANT?

This letter shows that a responsible person has been appointed to oversee all temporary electrical installations on the work site. This provides evidence to an Inspector that a basic structure is in place to ensure all temporary electrical installations are correct and compliant on the work site. This letter is relevant under section 24(c) of the Construction Regulations of the OHS Act and its availability shows that the employer is complying with these Regulations in respects of this requirement.

VALIDITY

This letter needs to be signed by the Principal Contractor or Contractor (as the appointer) and by the appointee, dated and kept on record where it can be accessible to an inspector. A time period must be included for the appointment. Each appointee must have the relevant experience or accredited relevant qualification in order to be competent to perform these duties. 

HOW DOES THIS WORK AS A CONTROL MEASURE?

In the hierarchy of controls this letter forms part of the administrative control measures which should be in place to assist in reducing the risk presented by temporary electrical installations on the work site. This letter ensures that a responsible person is appointed to ensure that all temporary electrical installations are safe and remain in good working order on the work site.