In practice, many operators of electrical systems are confronted with increasing complexity: regulations change, standards are updated, and the demands for the safe operation of transformer stations are constantly rising. At the same time, there is often a lack of permanently available specialist personnel internally. This is exactly where the technical operational management contract offers an efficient, legally sound and practical solution.
What is a technical operational management contract?
The technical operational management contract is a contractual agreement between the system operator and an external operational manager – such as EnergieTechnik Becker GmbH. The goal is the transfer of tasks, duties, and processes related to the safe, standard-compliant operation of the transformer station. While legal operator responsibility remains with the owner, many tasks are expertly taken over and documented by the operational manager.
This includes, among others:
- Organization of maintenance, inspection, and repair
- Inspection according to DGUV Regulation 3
- Execution of switching operations by qualified personnel
- Documentation of safety-relevant processes
- Communication with network operators and coordination of shutdowns
- Emergency management and fault rectification
Advantages for the operator: More than just relief!
An operational management contract is not just a service contract, but a strategic safety and organizational solution. Operators benefit in several ways:
- Legal certainty: Implementation of all relevant regulations (e.g., BetrSichV, DIN VDE 0105-100, TRBS 1201, DGUV V3)
- Minimization of liability in internal relations: Clear demarcation of tasks and responsibilities
- Experienced specialist personnel: All work is carried out by qualified, trained electricians
- Transparency & documentation: All inspections and measures are documented comprehensibly
- Relief of internal resources: No effort for own organization, further training, or deployment planning
Especially for companies without their own electrical department or with heavily utilized operating teams, the operational management contract is the optimal choice.
Quality through competence and training
To ensure that the transferred tasks are performed expertly and in compliance with standards, EnergieTechnik Becker GmbH exclusively employs qualified personnel who receive regular training. This includes, among others:
- Refresher training for live working (AuS)
- Instructions according to DGUV Regulations 1 and 3
- First aid for electrical accidents and emergency management
- Changes to regulations, e.g., VDE 0105-100 or BetrSichV
Who is allowed to switch in the station?
This task is also taken over by the operational manager with the appropriate switching authorization: According to DIN VDE 0105-100, only skilled electricians or, under certain conditions, instructed persons (EuP) with written authorization may carry out switching operations. This is fully regulated within the framework of the contract.
Standards & regulations in the background
A technical operational management contract creates the operational basis for compliance with, among others, the following regulations:
- BetrSichV § 3 and § 5
- DIN VDE 0105-100 / A1
- DIN VDE 0100-600
- TRBS 1111 and 1201
- DGUV Regulation 3
- EN ISO 12100 / EN 50110 / VDE-AR-N 4110
- TAB medium voltage, VDI guidelines
Conclusion: Operational safety requires responsibility – and a strong partner
A technical operational management contract relieves operators, ensures standard-compliant operation, and reduces the risk of technical or legal errors. Especially for companies without their own electrical department, it is the key to safe, economical, and legally compliant system operation. EnergieTechnik Becker supports you comprehensively – competently, structured, and foresightedly.