In short, if you are able to apply for STC’s with your battery installation and that battery has in-built overcurrent protection, then battery arc flash hazard signage is not required (at the time of writing this article). If you want to know why, feel free to continue reading. According to Table of 3.1 in AS/NZS5139:2019, […]
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Solar PV System & Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Thermal Imaging
Thermal imaging, also known as infrared imaging, is a powerful diagnostic tool in the inspection of Solar PV systems and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). It captures and visualises temperature variations on a surface, allowing inspectors to identify hot spots, hot joints and irregular heat signatures that could signify electrical faults, failing components, or degraded […]
NSW Peak Demand Reduction Scheme: Essential Guide for Battery Installers
The New South Wales (NSW) Department of Climate Change, Energy Efficiency and Water (DCCEEW) [pronounced D’Queue by department personnel] introduced the Peak Demand Reduction Scheme (PDRS) in 2022. This scheme, which is administered by the NSW Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART), uses a market-based mechanism to incentivise the installation and usage of energy efficiency […]
Habitable Rooms and Restricted Locations for Battery Installation
With the introduction of new battery rebate programs in Queensland and the ACT this year, and a proposed rebate in NSW expected in November, the safe installation of batteries has become an increasingly important topic. A common concern among installers is determining suitable battery installation locations, particularly regarding what constitutes a habitable room and a […]
Battery Location Restrictions from AS/NZS 3000:2018
The installation of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) is governed by stringent safety standards as outlined in AS/NZS 5139:2019, specifically in sections 4, 5, and 6. These sections impose explicit restrictions on permissible installation locations to mitigate safety risks. In addition to the provisions specified within AS/NZS 5139:2019, compliance with AS/NZS 3000:2018 is also mandatory […]
Solar Installation: Common Mistakes and Best Practices
In 2023 the Clean Energy Council suspended 166 accreditations and cancelled 51. Most of the cases opened came from the Clean Energy Regulator’s inspections program [1] which focuses on quality and compliance of installations across the country. GSES has been part of the Clean Energy Regulator’s inspection program for many years and has seen all […]
What Causes Solar PV Fires and How to Prevent Them
This article lists the main causes of solar fires and methods of prevention that can be used.
How To Use Chapters 5 And 5A From NER For Large Scale Embedded Generators
This article outlines the scopes of Chapter 5A, defines the systems it applies to, and provides a brief introduction to what you can expect should you start your connection application.