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EMA Lew, Lew Services and EMA Licensing
EMA Lew in Singapore
Licensed Electrical Worker (LEW) refers to a competent person who is able to carry out electrical works and holds a licence issued by the Energy Market Authority (EMA). All electrical works, such as new installations, additions and modifications to existing installations, shall be undertaken and tested by a licensed electrical worker (LEW). This is to ensure that the electrical works (design, installation and operation) comply with the requirements stated in the electricity act (chapter 89A). It is an offence for the owner or occupier of any premises to engage knowingly any person who is not a licensed electrical worker to carry out electrical works.
When it is required for EMA Licence for electrical and supply installations
Electrical installation for non-domestic purposes of approved load more than 45kVA shall have a valid electrical installation licence in order to use, work or operate the electrical installation. Electrical installations in premises used for "hazardous trades” such as wood-working, motor paint shops, petrol stations, paint & petroleum products, and temporary supply for building/construction works shall be licensed.
Owners or Occupiers in non-domestic premises receiving power from generators shall have a valid supply installation licence in order to use, work or operate the supply installation. Owners or Occupiers shall engage a licensed electrical worker (LEW) of the appropriate class to take charge of its electrical or supply installation.
GL Power Lew Services and EMA Licensing
We provide LEW services, EMA licensing, and renew EMA electrical installation licence for 66kV, 22kV and LV installations.
Besides LEW services and EMA LEW renewal of licence service, we also provide submission services to SPPG such as upgrading of supply, new supply connection and new connection with distributed generation (cogen), solar PV and battery energy storage systems (BESS).
As per Electricity Act Chapter 89A, applicant shall engage a Licensed Electrical Worker (LEW) for application or renewal of EMA licence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is EMA licensing?
EMA Licensing refers to a electrical or supply installation licence in order to use, work or operate the electrical or supply installation. As per Electricity Act Chapter 89A, applicant shall engage a Licensed Electrical Worker (LEW) for application or renewal of EMA licence.
How do I know if the EMA LEW is licensed ?
EMA (Energy Market Authority) is Singapore's regulatory body for electrical workers. To check if a LEW is licensed, visit the e-license information service portal (ELISE) and search the worker by name, license number, postal code, or street name.