2017 Owning Solar System
Responsibilities of owning a solar power system
Queensland
Technical, operational and maintenance requirements of your solar PV system
Ensuring the solar PV system remains compliant with the Technical and Operations requirements detailed in the Energex connection of micro embedded generator model standing offer. Ensuring the solar PV system is inspected and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Where there are no manufacturer’s recommendations, inspection and condition-based maintenance shall be performed by a qualified person. See full guidelines Download
Victoria
As the owner of an embedded generating system you have obligations, under Victoria’s Electricity Distribution Code: See full details PDF SP AusNet: Brochure outlining regulatory requirements of Solar PV Panels Download
2. Identify that your solar PV system is connected to the SP AusNet network, complies with Victoria’s Electricity Distribution Code, the Electricity Safety Act 1998 as well as any other Australian Standards.
3. The solar PV system must be maintained in a safe condition.
4. If you feel that your system is not operating properly or if you any concerns contact the person or company that installed your solar PV system.
