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Perform substation switching operations to a given schedule

Perform substation switching operations to a given schedule

Unit of competency
National Code
UETDRSB001
State Code
ODN55
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
20/09/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/12/2021
Field of Education
031311 - Powerline Installation And Maintenance
Original Release Date
21/12/2021
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to perform substation switching operations to a given schedule in the electricity supply industry (ESI).It includes switching operations in zone, traction or terminal substations in accordance with workplace requirements.It also includes using specialised tools, personal protective equipment (PPE) and testing equipment.Note: Entry requirement into the unit is for users that have successfully completed:a UET Certificate III, IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma qualification or the equivalent issued in an Australian state or territoryoran Electrician or Electrical Fitter qualification or the equivalent issued in an Australian state or territoryor in the final stages of completing an apprenticeship in the above qualifications.The application of the skills and knowledge described in this unit may require a licence/registration to practice in the workplace.Other conditions may also apply under State and Territory legislative and regulatory licensing requirement which must be confirmed prior to commencing this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for substation switching
  • 1.1 Legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and organisational workplace requirements for the work to be performed are referred to and confirmed
  • 1.2 Switching schedules are obtained and confirmed in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 1.3 Plant, tools, equipment and PPE required for work are determined, obtained and confirmed in working order
  • 1.4 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and control measures identified and applied
  • 1.5 Work is prioritised and sequenced for completion in accordance with work plan and workplace requirements
  • 1.6 Work permit/approval is organised in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 1.7 Worksite is prepared to in accordance with the work plan and workplace requirements
2 Carry out substation switching
  • 2.1 Legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and organisational workplace requirements for the work to be performed are applied and monitored
  • 2.2 Lifting, working at heights and the use of plant, tools and equipment are carried out in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 2.3 Hazard control measures are monitored in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 2.4 Communication with switching control officer is established and maintained during switching operations in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 2.5 Approval is obtained to commence substation switching in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 2.6 Substation switching is performed to isolate and/or transfer supply in accordance with switching schedule and workplace requirements
  • 2.7 Work permit is written and issued in accordance with the switching schedule and workplace requirements
  • 2.8 Work permit is cancelled or relinquished in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 2.9 Approval is obtained to commence restoration of supply in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 2.10 Substation switching is performed to restore supply in accordance with the switching schedule and workplace requirements
  • 2.11 Switching controller is notified restoration has been completed in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 2.12 Incidents or unplanned events are responded to in accordance with workplace requirements
3 Complete work and documentation
  • 3.1 Incidents or unplanned events are reported in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 3.2 Worksite is rehabilitated, cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 3.3 Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked and returned to storage in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 3.4 Work records, reports and documentation are completed in accordance with workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
OBG92 UETTDRSB39 Perform power system substation switching operation to a given schedule Unit of competency