Commissioning is the final stage of installation where systems are tested, configured, and verified to work correctly before handover to the customer.
Commissioning is the process of testing, adjusting, and verifying that an installed system operates correctly and safely. It's the final step before handing over to the customer.
Solar commissioning includes:
| Check | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Visual inspection | Verify correct installation |
| Electrical testing | Confirm safe connections |
| Inverter setup | Configure system parameters |
| Generation test | Verify power production |
| Monitoring setup | Enable remote tracking |
For DNO compliance:
MCS-certified installations require:
The commissioning record should include:
For SIP-related work:
A handover pack is the complete documentation package provided to customers upon installation completion, including certificates, warranties, and operating instructions.
Microgeneration Certification Scheme certification is required for installers to provide renewable energy systems that qualify for government incentives and feed-in tariffs.
G99 is the engineering recommendation governing the connection of generation equipment to distribution networks, requiring DNO approval for systems over 16A per phase.
Distribution Network Operators own and operate the local electricity distribution networks that deliver power from the national grid to homes and businesses.