Esitrain 1656 - Introduction to Electrical Network Infrastructure for Authorised Persons (Formerly T0911)
1656 Course Details:
Delivery Method:
Our Esitrain 1656 (Formerly T0911) courses are delivered face-to-face with a written theory assessment. This course is also commonly referred to as Energex Spotter Course, Ergon Spotter Course, or just Spotter Course. Use this course to become an Authorised Person.
Unit:
For Contractor Workers who want to apply to the Electricity Entity (Ergon Energy or Energex) for approval as an ‘Authorised Person’, as defined in Section 3.4 of the Code of Practice for Working Near Overhead and Underground Electric Lines.
Read more about Energex Authorised Persons and Ergon Energy Authorised Persons on the relevant websites.
The following courses have been superseded by 1656:
- T0911, which superseded:
- 4490 Working Safely Near Live Electrical Lines and Apparatus – Ergon
- M320 Electrical Awareness for Safe Work (OHAW) – Energex
- (M428 Underground Awareness (UGAW) is NOT equivalent to this T0911 Introduction to Electrical Network Infrastructure for Authorised Persons)
Course Fees:
$450 (incl. GST)
(Minimum course numbers may apply. GET Compliance will contact you ASAP if minimum numbers are not met for your course. You will be entitled to a refund or to be moved to the next available session)
Duration:
8 Hours
Refresher:
Esitrain 1656 refresher is not explicitly stated, but may be required to be refreshed every 5 years by the Electricity Entity.
Course Requirements:
Pre-requisites:
NIL
More Info:
This course requires participants to read and write. Please reach out to GET Compliance if you may need any support.
Our training meets the needs of students, employers and industry standards.
GET Compliance utilises an online Learner Management System to conduct assessments, store records and issue certificates. Please make sure you bring along a ‘smart’ device such as laptop or tablet to ensure you can access your Learner Portal. We don’t recommend mobile phones. GET Compliance has a limited number of tablets on hand for trainees to use if they don’t have a device.
Students receive Certificates of Achievement for Non-Nationally Recognised training.
Employers and Trainees should read the PPE Table, Student Information Booklet and Cancellation & Refund Policy. These documents are located in the footer below.
Enrolment confirmation requires a completed Enrolment Form. Trainees receive forms via email.
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| Name | Date | Time | Location | Available Spaces | Cost | Enrolling Myself | Enrolling Others |
| Introduction to Electrical Network Infrastructure for Authorised Persons | 17 November 2025 | 07:30 am – 03:30 pm | 11 Millennium Circuit HELENSVALE 4212 | 8 | $450.00 | ||
| Introduction to Electrical Network Infrastructure for Authorised Persons | 15 December 2025 | 07:30 am – 03:30 pm | 11 Millennium Circuit HELENSVALE 4212 | 10 | $450.00 | ||
| Introduction to Electrical Network Infrastructure for Authorised Persons | 2 February 2026 | 07:30 am – 03:30 pm | 11 Millennium Circuit HELENSVALE 4212 | 1 | $450.00 |