TS 13381

TS 13381 defines the framework for authorized services supporting electrical power generation systems that use solar energy, wind energy, or a combination of both. Rather than specifying how the generation technology itself works, the standard focuses on how the service organisation should be arranged for maintenance, repair, inspection and related support work on these renewable-energy systems.

The technical meaning of an authorised service

In renewable-energy installations, an authorised service is a professional service unit expected to operate under defined procedures associated with the manufacturer or another authorised structure. Solar and wind systems differ in operating principles, so the needs for measurement, fault finding, component compatibility and safe intervention also differ. For that reason, the service premises, technical equipment and staff competence are important to the dependable operation of these systems.

What this standard covers

• Business organisation and service operation arrangements
• Physical characteristics and premises-related conditions
• Technical equipment used in service activities
• Staff characteristics and competence-oriented expectations
• Rules related to certification

In general technical terms, a document of this kind is intended to support consistency in service quality and a structured approach to maintenance and repair activities. The scope of TS 13381 is limited to solar, wind, or hybrid renewable electricity-generation systems; it should not be assumed to apply automatically to other power-generation facilities or unrelated service sectors. This is a withdrawn TSE standard, so it should be understood as a historical sectoral rule rather than an active current edition.