This Battery Storage System Installation SOP (Safe Operating Procedure) covers installing and commissioning fixed domestic and commercial battery energy storage systems. It covers licence and site checks, isolating AC and DC supplies with personal locks and tags, proving zero energy, mounting the unit, routing and connecting cabling, signage, re-energising in sequence, commissioning checks and handover documentation. It's written by WHS specialists, aligned to Australian WHS legislation, and fully editable in Microsoft Word.
Who it's for
Solar and battery installers
Licensed electrical contractors
Commercial electrical businesses
Off-grid and rural power installers
Builders coordinating battery installations
Use it to
Train and induct workers in exactly how you expect the task to be done
Keep a clear reference at the machine, in the vehicle or on site
Record competency with the built-in sign-off
Show clients, insurers and auditors your safe work methods are written down
What this SOP covers
Electric shock from live AC or DC conductors
Arc flash or arc blast from a DC fault or short circuit
Thermal runaway, fire or explosion from a damaged or wrongly connected battery
Chemical burns from electrolyte leakage or a damaged cell
Manual handling of heavy battery modules and enclosures
Falls from ladders or platforms when installing wall-mounted units
Crush injury from an unstable, poorly mounted or dropped unit
Reduced ventilation in plant rooms, garages or switch rooms
Unexpected re-energisation during installation or testing
What's included
8 pre-operational checks, from a current electrical licence and accreditation to location clearances, structural support and test instruments
A 12-step operating procedure covering mounting, cable routing, DC and AC connections, signage, torque checks, re-energising and commissioning
Isolation and energy control for AC and DC isolation, personal locks and danger tags, zero-energy testing and DC arc risks
6 shutdown, housekeeping and post-operation steps, including client handover
Emergency actions for damaged, swelling or venting batteries, battery fires, electric shock and arc flash
PPE checklist and a list of related documents
Competency acknowledgement and worker sign-off
Space for your logo, SOP number, version and review dates
Why use this template
Saves hours compared with writing an SOP from a blank page
Written as clear, numbered steps that workers can follow on the job
Fully editable, so you can match it to your equipment, site and how your team works
The competency sign-off gives you a training record from day one
How it works
Buy online and download straight away. You'll also get an email with your link.
Add your logo, company name, SOP number and dates.
Check it suits your equipment and site, and edit anything you need to.
Train your workers and have them sign the competency acknowledgement.
Need more than one SOP?
This SOP is also included in the Ultimate Electrical, HVAC & Solar SOP Bundle. At $197 for the whole bundle, it works out much cheaper than buying SOPs one at a time.
Common questions
Who is this SOP for?
Licensed electrical workers, including those holding accreditation for battery storage system installation where it applies.
Does it cover maintenance on existing systems?
No. Ongoing operation, maintenance and fault-finding on a system that has already been commissioned are not covered, and neither are vehicle batteries.
Should workers fight a battery fire?
No. The SOP says to evacuate, call 000, advise that a battery storage system is involved, and not re-enter until emergency services authorise it.
Can I change it?
Yes. It's a Microsoft Word file, so you can add, remove or change any step, check or hazard, and add your own logo and details.
Does it suit my state?
Yes. It's written to the model WHS laws and suits all states and territories, including Victoria under the OHS Act and Regulations.
What if it doesn't suit my work?
You're covered by our 30-day money-back guarantee if it isn't fit for purpose.
