Legal, Safe and Fully Compliant: Your Guide to Temporary Power Poles
Make sure your construction site stays powered safely and meets all Australian regulations with Poles & Holes.
Why Legal Compliance with Temporary Power Poles Matters
Temporary power poles are essential for any construction or renovation site — but safety and legal compliance are non-negotiable. At Poles & Holes, we handle everything so your site stays fully compliant with Australian electrical standards, keeping your team safe and your project on track.
1. We Handle Paperwork, Permits and Energex Connections
- We lodge an Electrical Work Request (EWR) with Energex on installation day.
- You receive an EWR number to open an account with your energy retailer (we recommend Origin or AGL).
- Energex generally connects the power within 5 to 10 business days — delays can occur due to traffic control, site access, or weather.
- In some circumstances, we can lodge the EWR before installation to speed up the process.

2. Traffic Control May Be Required — We Keep You Informed
If your site borders a roadway shown in yellow on UBD maps:
- Energex might require traffic control, which can add around 6 weeks to connection times.
- Energex covers the traffic control cost, so you won’t pay extra.

3. Fully Compliant Temporary Power Pole Equipment
Our poles meet strict Australian standards, including:
- AS 3000 Wiring Rules
- Queensland Electricity Connection Manual (QECM)
- AS 3012 for construction site electrical work
Every pole is:
- Installed with proper RCD safety switches, GPO outlets, stays, earthing systems, and meter boxes
- Tested and tagged with certification valid for six months

4. Preparing Your Site for Installation
To avoid delays:
- Clearly mark your desired pole location, avoiding underground utilities
- Allow sufficient space for crane access and pole stays
- Keep the site accessible to prevent Energex failed visit fees
We’ll provide guidance on preparing your site ahead of time.
5. Flexible Hire Terms to Fit Your Project
- Standard rental covers 12 weeks, with affordable weekly fees beyond that
- Poles stay onsite until your project completes
- Early removal? Ask your retailer for a Supply Abolishment, usually done within 5 to 20 business days
- Let us know when Energex removes power wires — we’ll pick up the pole quickly
6. Ongoing Safety and Compliance
- Each pole’s safety switch (RCD) is tested before delivery and valid for approximately 6 months
- You’re responsible for scheduling further testing per Electrical Safety Regulations after that
Why Choose Poles & Holes?
- We manage delivery, installation, permits, and Energex liaison from start to finish
- Transparent pricing — no hidden fees, and any Energex or electrician costs are passed on clearly
- Guaranteed compliance with Australian electrical standards
- Flexible hire periods tailored to your project’s needs
Ready to Power Your Site Safely and Legally?
Don’t risk delays or safety issues with non-compliant temporary power. Poles & Holes provides reliable, legal temporary power poles across the Gold Coast and Brisbane.
Contact us today to get started — we handle compliance so you can focus on building.