Substation Design Indoor and Outdoor Lighting Standard

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TS 317: Substation Design Indoor and outdoor lighting standard
Technical Standard - TS 317

Substation Design Indoor and outdoor lighting standard
Published: 30 September 2014
SA Power Networks
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TS 317: Substation design Indoor and outdoor lighting standard
Issued - September 2014
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1.
Purpose .......................................................................................................4
2.
Scope ..........................................................................................................4
3.
Indoor lighting design ..................................................................................4
4.
5.
3.1
General ............................................................................................................... 4
3.2
Luminaires ........................................................................................................... 4
3.3
Ballasts ................................................................................................................ 4
3.4
Switches/Controls ............................................................................................... 4
Lighting mounted on outer walls of building ...............................................5

4.1
General ............................................................................................................... 5
4.2
Luminaires ........................................................................................................... 5
4.3
Ballasts ................................................................................................................ 5
4.4
Switches/Controls ............................................................................................... 5
Outdoor floodlighting ..................................................................................6

5.1
General ............................................................................................................... 6
5.2
Illumination levels ............................................................................................... 6
5.3
Illumination quality and obtrusive light prevention .............................................. 7
5.4
Luminaires ........................................................................................................... 7
5.5
Lighting columns.................................................................................................. 8
5.6
5.5.1
General............................................................................................................ 8
5.5.2
Preferred locations .......................................................................................... 8
Luminaires not on lighting columns ...................................................................... 8

5.6.1
Preferred locations .......................................................................................... 8
5.7
Illuminating access stairs and ramps .................................................................... 8
5.8
Lighting activation ............................................................................................... 9

5.8.1
5.9
General............................................................................................................ 9
Lighting design..................................................................................................... 9
Appendices ....................................................................................................... 10
Appendix A: Definitions ............................................................................................... 10
Appendix B: References ............................................................................................... 11

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CONTENTS
1.
Purpose
This technical standard specifies the indoor and outdoor lighting standard for new and/or
upgraded SA Power Networks substations.
Scope
This technical standard is applicable for all parties involved in the design and construction of
substations. The Electricity Act 1996 and Electricity (General) Regulations 2012, other statutory
authority requirements and relevant AS/NZS standards are the basis of TS 317. For any situation
that is not covered in this standard, the requirements of current standards including the Building
Code of Australia apply. There may be additional requirements and specifications which are
project specific.
This document does not include emergency indoor lighting for substations, which is covered in
technical standard TS 318 Substation Design - Emergency indoor lighting.
3.
Indoor lighting design
3.1
General
The purpose of indoor lighting is to provide sufficient light within the substation building for
normal work activities. However, for specific activities eg working in panels, additional directional
lighting may be required.
The following general design principles shall apply:
Lighting within substation buildings shall provide an average illuminance of 160 lx at floor
level, as outlined in table 3.1 of AS/NZS 1680.1.
Typically indoor light fittings shall consist of standard single or double fluorescent tubes light
fittings.
Light fittings should be positioned such that the illuminance is spread evenly across the
building. Due to the substation building usually being separated into three distinct, relatively
narrow corridors by the control panels, each corridor can be considered a separate room to
be illuminated.
Light fittings must be ceiling or wall mounted and must not be located over HV switchgear,
transformers, LV switchboards, protection panels, telecommunication cubicles or other
equipment. Hanging light fittings with chain supports or similar are permitted when cable
trays obscure light from ceiling mounted lights. The minimum mounting height is to be no
lower than the bottom of the cable tray.
3.2
Luminaires
The luminaires chosen to provide the required illuminance level should be chosen on the basis of
minimum whole of lifecycle cost. There is a preference to utilise fluorescent lamps. Any
fluorescent lamp used shall comply with AS/NZS 4782.1, AS/NZS 4782.2 and IEC 60061 1.
3.3
Ballasts
If fluorescent tubes are being used, the ballast used in the lighting control circuit shall be
electronic and comply with the requirements of AS/NZS 4783.1 and AS/NZS 4783.2.
3.4
Switches/Controls
All light switches shall comply with AS/NZS 3133. The switches shall be placed in a location such
that personnel can open the door and locate the light switch on the wall in no more than two
paces from the door frame.

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2.
4.
Lighting mounted on outer walls of building
4.1
General
This section refers to luminaires mounted on the outside walls of the substation building itself
ONLY. It does not include outdoor/switchyard lighting.
Figure 1: Fluoro with weatherproof enclosure
4.2
Luminaires
The luminaires chosen to provide the required illuminance level should be chosen on the basis of
minimum whole of life cost. Any fluorescent lamp used shall comply with AS/NZS 4782.1, AS/NZS
4782.2 and IEC 60061 1.
Typical outdoor lighting consists of standard fluorescents globes with weatherproof enclosure
(IP rating 54 or higher), mounted on a wall of the control building.
4.3
Ballasts
If fluorescent tubes are being used, the ballast used in the lighting control circuit shall be
electronic and comply with the requirements of AS/NZS 4783.1 and AS/NZS 4783.2.
4.4
Switches/Controls
All light switches that are installed to control the lighting system shall comply with AS/NZS 3133.

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When required as part of the yard lighting then these shall comply with the paragraphs below.
The preferred location is shown in Figure 1:
5.
Outdoor floodlighting
5.1
General
Outdoor lighting of any SA Power Networks substation must fulfil the following objectives:
Provide area lighting illumination in substation switchyard access areas
Hazards at ground level, on equipment and overhead bus and conductor,
Location of vehicle access barriers, and
HV areas, and safe movement around HV areas.
Minimise adverse environmental impact

Please note that the outdoor lighting levels are not intended to provide sufficient lighting to
perform works in the area. If required, temporary lighting will have to be brought on site for
prolonged tasks.
5.2
Illumination levels
Illumination levels must accord with lighting to AS/NZS 1158.3.1:
Switchyard area lighting targets
Illuminance (lx)
HV areas including any overhead line road

crossings and any access path zone type
infrastructure
10
Non-HV areas and general open areas
Isolated areas such as back of buildings, corners

of switchyards away from HV Equipment
Table 1: Illumination levels in switchyard area

Please note:
The values above are indicative only, and can be adjusted on a case-by-case basis if deemed
necessary. AS 2067 Section 5.1.6 suggests that in some cases, in small distribution
substations, a lighting installation may not be required, and can be agreed on between the
supplier and the user. However, SA Power Networks uses the values in the table above for
health and safety reasons.
The levels above are maintenance levels, taking into account maintenance factors for
diminishing illuminance due to aging luminaires, dirty conditions and other factors
detrimental to the operating ability of the lighting system.
Many luminaires have a warm-up period before reaching full light output. Allow five minutes
for warm-up before checking lux levels.

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Provide illumination levels of sufficient intensity and clarity for safe movement of personnel
and their vehicles. Aid identification of:
5.3
Illumination quality and obtrusive light prevention

The outdoor lighting design must effectively light the substation switchyard area, taking into
consideration the following aspects:
White light (colour temperature 5,000-5,500K) emission characteristic of lamp type selected:
To obtain a natural light source, ensure that the spectral power distribution is as continuous as
possible. White light emission creates optimal lighting for viewing colours within everyday
colour range.
Obtrusive light prevention in accordance with Table 2.1 of AS 4282:
To avoid the impacts of obtrusive light, inspect the lighting design in accordance with Figure
3.1 of AS4282 and consider the installation of prevention methods outlined in Table 2.1 of AS
4282.
Vertical lux levels at neighbouring property borders to be a maximum of 10 lux. Lux level is to
be validated at the boundary fence, and to be measured at 100% spill light, rather than 70%
maintenance level.
Spill light (stray light) prevention:
To avoid spill light entering neighbouring properties, direct light downwards and inwards from
the substation boundary. To help with reducing spill light to a minimum, shields and baffles
may be considered, taking into account insect attraction and photometric data availability.
Glare prevention supplemented by diffusers, louvres, or screens:
Ensure that the main beam angle of all lights directed toward any potential observer is kept
below 70. For additional prevention, diffusers, louvres or screens can be installed. Use
luminaires whose characteristics match that of a Type 5, 4, or 3 in table 2.10 of AS/NZS
1158.3.1.
Upward light waste prevention:
Use specifically designed lighting equipment that, once installed, minimises the spread of light
near to, or above the horizontal.
Additional diffusers, louvres, or screens secured to luminaire body to withstand wind force test
to clause 5.5 of AS/NZS 1158.6.
Security lighting design considerations of clause 5.5.3 in ENA Doc 015-2006. The main
considerations include:
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5.4
The boundary of the illumination area

Providing safe illumination levels of the area
The direction of the lights
Housing surrounding the lighting
Correct lamp selection
Luminaires
The luminaires chosen must have low energy consumption at an optimum efficiency, be wastefree, provide quality illumination properties that have inherent long lifetime, minimise lamp
disposal environmental risk and adhere to clause 3.3 Design Guidelines of AS/NZS 4282.
Floodlights are either column-mounted or attached to the building.
Luminaires must adhere to AS/NZS 1158.6. The degree of ingress protection to be provided is
IP55.

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Refer to AS/NZS 1158.3.1 Sections 2.7.1 and 2.7.2 for more details.
Lighting columns
5.5.1
General
5.5.2
Minimum distances to power lines as per AS 2067 must be adhered to at all times.
For more information, please also refer to Technical Standard TS 301 Substation
Design General.
Both tilt poles and frangible poles are not permissible unless approval has been
obtained by Network Standards and Performance Equipment Group, and an
appropriate Risk Assessment has been carried out. If approval has been given to use
tilt poles, both current and future site layouts have to be considered to avoid
interference with current/future equipment. Drawings shall note the direction of
the swing.
Electrically conductive poles must be earthed as per TS 320 Substation Design
Earthing.
Preferred locations
Preferred locations for lighting poles are around the perimeter of the substation inside
the substation fence. Poles shall be far enough away from the fence to not aid as a
climbing device for intruders. Earthing design (avoidance of possible step and touch
potential breach) shall also be considered when choosing locations of poles.
5.6
Luminaires not on lighting columns

5.6.1
Preferred locations
Preferred locations for luminaires not mounted on lighting columns are attached to the
substation building, as shown in the pictures below.
Figure 2: Floodlight attached to substation building
5.7
Illuminating access stairs and ramps

Access stairs and ramps shall be illuminated as for the highest lighting subcategory applying to
areas that abut the connecting element, as they can be classified as lighting subcategory P9.
Please refer to AS/NZS 1158.3.1, Tables 2.4 and 2.8 for further information.

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5.5
5.8
Lighting activation
5.8.1
General
The design must ensure automatic switching facility; switch on at sunset and switch off
at sunrise via integral photo-electric sensor mechanisms.
Manual switching facility must ensure lighting circuits can be conveniently switched on
and off by hand, overriding automatic switching mode provision.
Light switches must be located to remove the need for a person to traverse under HV
conductors to operate any such switch.
In order of preference, light switches must be located in one of the following positions:
1. On the inside of the main entrance gate to substation; or
2. On the exterior of the control building at the closest point to the main gate entrance;
or
3. Inside the control building on the substation main AC SWITCHBOARD.
Clear signage must indicate the switching location for area lighting at any particular
substation.
5.9
Lighting design
Light structures (columns and luminaires) should be positioned with regard to both the current
and future layout of the substation. The following should be considered when placing lights:
Ensure that the desired light level will be obtained. This should be modelled using appropriate
software packages.
Ensure that they are not placed in a location that will interfere with lines or proposed future
line routes.
Columns must be positioned outside Vehicle Access Barriers, unless approval in writing has
been given by Manager Network Standards and Performance.
Trenching shall be reduced as much as possible, using existing ducts. Alternative design
methods shall be considered first.
All lighting shall be clearly labelled for easy identification within the switchboard.
Lighting can be powered by a mobile generator to provide lighting in the case of a power
outage where the substation is provided with a generator changeover switch and connection if
required.
The design option providing the lowest whole-of-life cost is preferred to options which provide
short-term savings but higher maintenance costs.
Where practical, lights to be operated by one switch only.
Minimise the use of complicated wiring setups (involving relay switches etc) where possible.
Provide surge arrestor in the AC supply to ensure lightning and other surges will not cause
damage to the panel.

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The outdoor lighting design must include the requirement for the installation of clear
signage, and ensure that the normal mode of operation is MANUAL mode.
Appendices
AS/NZS:
Australia and New Zealand Standards published by Standards Australia.
Ingress Protection
Classifies and rates the degree of protection provided against the intrusion
(including body parts such as hands and fingers), dust, accidental contact, and
water by mechanical casings and electrical enclosures
Lamp:
A light source.
Lighting column:
A rigid style lighting column without luminaire.
Luminaire:
An apparatus which distributes, filters or emits light from one or more lamps. It
contains all the parts necessary for fixing and protecting the lamp and circuit
auxiliaries.
LV (Low voltage):
Exceeding 50 volts ac or 50 volts ripple free dc but not exceeding 1,000 volts ac or
1,500 volts dc.
LV cables:
Cables where the primary voltage is exceeding 50V ac but less than 1,000V ac
Manager (NSP):
SA Power Networks Manager Network Standards and Performance.
Must:
Is to be understood as mandatory.
Shall:
Is to be understood as mandatory.
Should:
Is to be understood as nonmandatory, ie advisory or recommended.
Substation:
Part of a power system, concentrated in a given place, including mainly the

terminations of transmission or distribution lines, switchgear and housing and
which may also include transformers. It generally includes facilities necessary for
system security and control (eg protective devices).
Suitable (or
suitably):
To the satisfaction of the relevant SA Power Networks Manager.

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Appendix A: Definitions
Appendix B: References
South Australian Legislation:

This technical standard is based on AS/NZS Standards Australia Publications.
SA Electricity Act 1996
Electricity (General) Regulations 2012
WH&S Regulations 2012
Energy Networks Association (AUS) Publications:
ENA NENS 03 - 2006

ENA Doc 015 2006
National guidelines for safe access to electrical and mechanical apparatus

National guidelines for prevention of unauthorised access to electricity
infrastructure
Standards Australia Publications:
AS 4282-1997
Control of the obtrusive effects of outdoor lighting
AS/NZS 1158.3.1:2005 Lighting for roads and public spaces Pedestrian Areas (Category P)
lighting
AS/NZS 1158.6:2010
Lighting for roads and public spaces Tunnels and underpasses
AS/NZS 1680.0-2009 Interior Lighting - Safe Movement
AS/NZS 1680.1-2006 Interior and Workplace Lighting - General Principles and Recommendations
AS/NZS 1680.2.4-1997 Interior Lighting - Industrial tasks and Processes
AS 2067-2008
Substations and high voltage installations exceeding 1kV a.c.
AS/NZS 3000:2007
Electrical Installations (known as the AS/NZ Wiring Rules)
AS/NZS 3133-2013
Approval and Test Specification Air-break Switches
AS/NZS 1158.3.1:2005 Lighting for roads and public spaces Pedestrian Areas (Category P)
Specifications General (IEC 60081:2000 MOD)
AS/NZS 4782.2-2004 Double-capped Fluorescent Lamps Performance Specifications Minimum Energy Performance Standard (MEPS)
AS/NZS 4783.1-2001 Performance of Electrical Lighting Equipment Ballasts for Fluorescent
Lamps - Method of Measurement to Determine Energy Consumption and
Performance of Ballast Lamp Circuits
AS/NZS 4783.2-2002 Performance of Electrical Lighting Equipment Ballasts for Fluorescent
Lamps - Energy Labelling and Minimum Energy Performance Standards
Requirements
IEC Standards:
IEC 60061
Lamp caps and holders

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The following listed documents are for additional information but may not be a conclusive list and other
documentation may be required on a project specific basis. Refer to the following SA legislative acts and
regulations, SA Electricity Code, SA Power Networks publications, relevant AS/NZS and ENA standards for
more detail.
Please note: It is your responsibility to ensure you have complied with all relevant standards and that you
have used the latest version.
SA Power Networks documents:

Manual 14
TS 101
TS 105
TS 301
TS 318
TS 320
Safety, Reliability, Maintenance & Technical Management Plan

Public lighting standard for overhead and underground networks
Testing standard for underground and overhead cable networks
Substation Design General
Substation Design Emergency indoor lighting
Substation Design Earthing

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TS 317: Substation Design Indoor and outdoor lighting standard

TS 317: Substation Design Indoor and outdoor lighting standard

Indoor lighting design ..................................................................................4

Lighting mounted on outer walls of building ...............................................5

Outdoor floodlighting ..................................................................................6

Illumination levels ............................................................................................... 6

Illumination quality and obtrusive light prevention .............................................. 7

Preferred locations .......................................................................................... 8

Luminaires not on lighting columns ...................................................................... 8

Preferred locations .......................................................................................... 8

Illuminating access stairs and ramps .................................................................... 8

Lighting activation ............................................................................................... 9

TS 317: Substation design Indoor and outdoor lighting standard

TS 317: Substation Design Indoor and outdoor lighting standard

Indoor lighting design

TS 317: Substation design Indoor and outdoor lighting standard

TS 317: Substation Design Indoor and outdoor lighting standard

Lighting mounted on outer walls of building

Figure 1: Fluoro with weatherproof enclosure

TS 317: Substation Design Indoor and outdoor lighting standard

TS 317: Substation Design Indoor and outdoor lighting standard

Hazards at ground level, on equipment and overhead bus and conductor,

Location of vehicle access barriers, and

HV areas, and safe movement around HV areas.

Minimise adverse environmental impact

Switchyard area lighting targets

HV areas including any overhead line road

Non-HV areas and general open areas

Isolated areas such as back of buildings, corners

Table 1: Illumination levels in switchyard area

TS 317: Substation Design Indoor and outdoor lighting standard

TS 317: Substation Design Indoor and outdoor lighting standard

Illumination quality and obtrusive light prevention

The boundary of the illumination area

TS 317: Substation Design Indoor and outdoor lighting standard

TS 317: Substation Design Indoor and outdoor lighting standard

Luminaires not on lighting columns

Figure 2: Floodlight attached to substation building

Illuminating access stairs and ramps

TS 317: Substation Design Indoor and outdoor lighting standard

TS 317: Substation Design Indoor and outdoor lighting standard

TS 317: Substation Design Indoor and outdoor lighting standard

TS 317: Substation Design Indoor and outdoor lighting standard

Australia and New Zealand Standards published by Standards Australia.

A rigid style lighting column without luminaire.

SA Power Networks Manager Network Standards and Performance.

Is to be understood as nonmandatory, ie advisory or recommended.

Part of a power system, concentrated in a given place, including mainly the

To the satisfaction of the relevant SA Power Networks Manager.

TS 317: Substation Design Indoor and outdoor lighting standard

TS 317: Substation Design Indoor and outdoor lighting standard

South Australian Legislation:

Energy Networks Association (AUS) Publications:

ENA NENS 03 - 2006

National guidelines for safe access to electrical and mechanical apparatus

Standards Australia Publications: