EUSR Smart Metering (Electricity): Single Phase Multi-rate Meters
The EUSR Smart Metering (Electricity): Single Phase Multi-rate Meters course is aimed at individuals who need to safely install, replace, and maintain single-phase multi-rate electricity meters. Multi-rate meters, such as Economy 7 meters, enable households and small businesses to benefit from variable rates of electricity pricing based on usage times. This course ensures that operatives have the necessary skills and knowledge to work with multi-rate meters safely and in compliance with industry regulations
Description
Course Content: EUSR Smart Metering (Electricity) – Single Phase Multi-rate Meters
The Single Phase Multi-rate Meters course covers the following essential topics, with a focus on practical skills and safety:
- Electrical Safety and Legislation
- Understanding relevant safety regulations, including the Electricity at Work Regulations.
- Reviewing industry standards and codes of practice for working safely with electrical installations and meters.
- Introduction to Multi-rate Metering Systems
- Overview of single-phase multi-rate meters, including the principles of multi-rate electricity supply and tariff structures.
- Understanding the functionality of multi-rate meters and how they measure electricity usage based on different time periods (e.g., peak and off-peak rates).
- Installation and Replacement of Multi-rate Meters
- Procedures for the safe installation and replacement of single-phase multi-rate meters.
- Ensuring accurate positioning, mounting, and securing of meters to comply with safety standards and regulations.
- Handling Multi-rate Meter Components
- Safe handling and connection of multi-rate meter components, including time switches and additional wiring required for multi-rate functionality.
- Understanding the connection requirements to ensure the meter correctly measures and records electricity usage across different rate periods.
- Electrical Testing and Verification
- Performing electrical tests, including polarity and continuity checks, to confirm safe and correct installation of multi-rate meters.
- Using testing equipment to ensure meter accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Programming and Configuring Multi-rate Meters
- Understanding the programming and configuration requirements for different types of multi-rate meters, including setting the time for rate changes.
- Ensuring that the meter’s time-switching functions align with the energy provider’s tariff periods.
- Fault Identification and Troubleshooting
- Recognising common faults associated with single-phase multi-rate metering systems, such as timing errors or incorrect rate switching.
- Troubleshooting issues to ensure accurate and reliable meter operation.
- Working Safely Around Live Electrical Installations
- Adopting safe working practices when handling live electrical components, including isolation procedures and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Following industry safety protocols to minimise risks associated with multi-rate meter installations.
- Customer Interaction and Documentation
- Effectively communicating with customers about the installation, the operation of multi-rate meters, and the benefits of multi-rate tariffs.
- Completing the necessary documentation for each installation to meet regulatory and organisational requirements.
Assessment
The qualification is assessed through:
- Written Test – Testing knowledge of safety regulations, multi-rate meter functions, and installation procedures.
- Practical Assessment – Demonstrating competence in the installation, configuration, testing, and maintenance of single-phase multi-rate meters.
Certification
Upon successful completion, candidates receive an EUSR certification in Smart Metering (Electricity): Single Phase Multi-rate Meters. This certification confirms their competency to work on multi-rate meter installations and is recognised across the industry.
Course Duration
The course typically lasts one day and includes both theoretical and practical components to ensure candidates are fully equipped for work in the field.