Electrical Metering Procedures and Requirements
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What must happen before transferring the kWh meter location?

  • Attend the Pre-Membership Seminar
  • Notify the local contractor
  • Secure approved clearance from the Area Services Department (correct)
  • Contact the Barangay Electrician

    • All kWh meter connections, regardless of status, must be subject to meter reading every billing period.

    True

    What document must non-member applicants sign for pending membership approval?

    Kontrata

    Applicants must submit the Electrical Plan containing details such as the name of the ______ and contact number of the applicant.

    <p>Barangay Electrician</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following requirements to the corresponding category:

    <p>Pre-Membership Seminar = Attendance required for new applicants Valid ID = Needed for membership application Electrical Plan = Must detail electrician's name Kontrata = Document signed for membership approval</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the applicant secure from the District Supervisor before inspecting a blueprint electrical plan?

    <p>A copy of the Standard Operating Procedure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The CWDO is responsible for preparing the Service Connect Order.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who conducts the inspection of the application for the electrical connection?

    <p>Housewiring Inspector or District Foreman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The _____ must be released to the new connection applicant upon payment based on the 2023 NEA Price Index.

    <p>meter base</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following roles with their responsibilities:

    <p>District Supervisor = Contacting the applicant for connection schedule CWDO = Preparing the Service Memorandum for Inspection Housewiring Inspector = Conducting the inspection and preparing report Membership Data Custodian = Submitting membership applications to the Board of Directors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which document is prepared by the District Staff (encoder) regarding the kWh meter?

    <p>Request for Issuance of kWh Meter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All new connection applications must include the meter bases provided by the cooperative.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the SOTG Officer verify?

    <p>Names of applicants from the SOTG records</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be verified by the SOTG Officer?

    <p>The names of applicants from the SOTG records.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The CWDO is responsible for issuing the Service Connect Order.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who conducts the inspection for the electrical connection application?

    <p>Housewiring Inspector or District Foreman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ______ prepares the Request for Issuance of kWh meter.

    <p>District Staff (encoder)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following roles with their responsibilities:

    <p>District Supervisor = Responsible for contacting the applicant for scheduling CWDO = Prepares the Service Connect Order Housewiring Inspector = Conducts the inspection Membership Data Custodian = Submits membership applications for approval</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is excluded from the cooperative's Standard Connection Facility?

    <p>Socket type meter bases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Inspection Report must always be submitted to the Corporate Planning Department (CPD) for all applications.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What document does the District Supervisor provide before the inspection of a blueprint electrical plan?

    <p>Standard Operating Procedure and Standard design of platform</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All new connection applications must be submitted to the ______ for billing clearance.

    <p>Billing and Meter Reading Section</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following application elements with their descriptions:

    <p>Service Memorandum for Inspection = Attached with prerequisite documents Transformer recommendation = Involves cost estimate for choices Membership Fee = Payment required from applicants kWh Meter Certificate = Issued upon availability confirmation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for new non-member applicants before applying for membership?

    <p>Attendance at the Pre-Membership Seminar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Disciplinary action must be taken only if the kWh meter connections are active.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Barangay Electrician in the application process?

    <p>To provide their name and photo for the Electrical Plan.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All new connection applicants must submit an Electrical Plan containing the name of the ______.

    <p>Barangay Electrician</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following roles with their necessary actions:

    <p>Barangay Electrician = Submit photo and name Applicant = Attend Pre-Membership Seminar Contractor = Provide details if applicable CWDO = Receive Electrical Plan for processing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information must be submitted along with the Electrical Plan?

    <p>Photo of Barangay Electrician</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is acceptable to transfer the location of a kWh meter without clearance from the Area Services Department.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must all kWh meter connections be subject to every billing period?

    <p>Meter reading</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The applicant must present a valid ______ during the membership application process.

    <p>ID</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if an applicant fails to comply with the meter reading regulations?

    <p>They face disciplinary action.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Kilowatt-Hour (kWh) Meter Location Transfer

    • Transferring a kWh meter location is strictly prohibited without prior authorization from the Area Services Department (ASD) and the Billing and Meter Reading Section.

    Meter Reading Requirements

    • Regular meter readings are mandatory for all kWh meters, regardless of service status (disconnected, active, or no record). Failure to comply with meter reading can result in disciplinary action.

    New Connection and Membership Procedures

    • Pre-Membership Seminar: All new non-member applicants are required to attend this seminar.
    • Membership Application: Applicants must apply for membership with the CWDO or Membership Data Custodian.
    • Valid Identification: Applicants must provide valid identification.
    • Membership Agreement: Applicants must sign the “Kontrata” for pending membership approval.

    Electrical Plan Submission

    • Plan Details: The electrical plan must include:
      • Name of the Barangay Electrician
      • Photo of the Barangay Electrician
      • Name of the Contractor, if applicable
      • Contact Numbers of the Applicant, Barangay Electrician, and Contractor
      • GPS Coordinates
      • Pictures of the Vicinity
      • View of the possible kWh meter location

    Pre-Blueprint Inspection

    • The applicant must obtain the following from the District Supervisor before the blueprint electrical plan is inspected:
      • Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for installing kWh meters and service entrances.
      • Standard design specifications for the platform used for sending and receiving structures.
      • Any other necessary design specifications.

    Service Memorandum for Inspection

    • The CWDO prepares the Service Memorandum for Inspection.
    • The Memorandum is accompanied by required documents.
    • The issuance of Special Operations Task Group (SOTG) Clearance is required.

    SOTG Clearance Verification and Recommendation

    • The SOTG Officer verifies the applicant’s names against SOTG records.
    • A recommendation for issuing SOTG Clearance is made, subject to approval by the General Manager or authorized representative.

    Inspection and Inspection Report

    • The Housewiring Inspector or District Foreman conducts the inspection.
    • An Inspection Report is prepared, subject to approval by the Area Services Department Manager.

    Additional Requirements for Transformer Recommendations and Line Extensions

    • The Inspection Report and attached documents are submitted to the Corporate Planning Department (CPD) if either of the following is required:
      • Transformer recommendation
      • Line extension

    Request for Issuance of a kWh Meter

    • The District Staff (encoder) prepares the Request for Issuance of kWh Meter, listing the applicant’s names and connection address.
    • The request is submitted to the Warehouse Section for issuance of the Availability of kWh Meter Certificate.

    Billing Clearance and kWh Meter Serial Number Posting

    • New connection applications with complete attachments are submitted to the Billing and Meter Reading Section.
    • The section issues the Billing Clearance and posts the kWh meter serial number in the Electronic Billing System.

    Service Connect Order Issuance

    • The CWDO issues the Service Connect Order.

    Connection Scheduling and Payment

    • The District Supervisor is responsible for contacting the applicant.
    • The Supervisor schedules the connection and collects the following payments:
      • Membership Fee
      • Membership ID
      • Inspection Fee

    Membership Approval and Service Connect Order Endorsement

    • The Membership Data Custodian submits membership applications to the Board of Directors for approval.
    • The General Manager provides a recommendation for approval.
    • The Service Connect Order is endorsed to the maintenance crew for installation and energization of the kWh meter.
    • Membership ID is issued if available.

    Meter Base Responsibility and Payment

    • The cooperative’s Standard Connection Facility does not include meter bases (socket type).
    • New connection applicants are responsible for purchasing these meter bases, regardless of customer type.
    • Meter base release is upon payment based on the 2023 NEA Price Index.

    Meter Location and Transfers

    • Transferring a kilowatt-hour (kWh) meter location is prohibited without approval from the Area Services Department (ASD) and the Billing and Meter Reading Section.

    Meter Reading

    • Meter readings are required for all kWh meter connections, regardless of their status (disconnected, active, or no record).
    • Failure to comply with meter reading requirements could result in disciplinary action.

    New Connection Procedures

    • New non-member applicants must attend a Pre-Membership Seminar, apply for membership, present a valid ID, and sign the “Kontrata” for pending membership approval.
    • Applicants must submit an Electrical Plan containing specific details:
      • Name of Barangay Electrician
      • Photo of Barangay Electrician
      • Name of Contractor (if applicable)
      • Contact Numbers for Applicant, Barangay Electrician, and/or Contractor
      • GPS coordinates
      • Pictures of the vicinity
      • View of possible location of kWh meter
    • Before an electrical plan is accepted, applicants need to obtain the following documents from the District Supervisor:
      • Standard Operating Procedure for installing kWh meters and service entrances
      • Standard design of platform for sending and receiving structures
      • Other necessary design requirements
    • The CWDO will prepare a Service Memorandum for Inspection, including the necessary documents and subject to the issuance of a Special Operations Task Group (SOTG) Clearance.
    • The SOTG Officer will verify applicant information and recommend the issuance of SOTG Clearance, which is then approved by the General Manager or their authorized representative.
    • An Inspection Report will be prepared following an inspection conducted by the Housewiring Inspector or District Foreman; the report needs approval from the Area Services Department Manager.
    • If the application requires a transformer recommendation, line extension, or other additional requirements, the Inspection Report and supporting documents will be submitted to the Corporate Planning Department (CPD).
    • The District Staff will prepare a Request for Issuance of kWh meter, including applicant names and connection addresses, which will be submitted to the Warehouse Section for issuance of an Availability of kWh Meter Certificate.
    • After complete attachments are submitted, the Billing and Meter Reading Section will issue a Billing Clearance and post the kWh meter serial number to the Electronic Billing System.
    • The CWDO will issue the Service Connect Order.
    • The District Supervisor is responsible for contacting the applicant to schedule the connection and payment of Membership Fee, Membership ID, and Inspection Fee.
    • The Membership Data Custodian submits all membership applications to the Board of Directors for approval, upon recommendation of the General Manager.
    • The Service Connect Order will be endorsed to the maintenance crew for kWh meter installation, energization, and issuance of the Membership ID.

    Meter Base Responsibility

    • The Cooperative's Standard Connection Facility does not include meter bases (socket type).
    • New connection applicants are responsible for purchasing the meter base, regardless of customer type.
    • The meter base is released to the applicant upon payment, based on the 2023 NEA Price Index.

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    This quiz covers essential procedures and requirements related to kilowatt-hour (kWh) meter location transfers, regular meter readings, new connection applications, and electrical plan submissions. Understanding these protocols is vital for compliance and effective management of electrical services.

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