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Coordinate and direct switching programs

Coordinate and direct switching programs

Unit of competency
National Code
UETDRIS021
State Code
OED72
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/10/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/02/2023
Field of Education
031311 - Powerline Installation And Maintenance
Original Release Date
17/02/2023
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit includes the skills and knowledge required to coordinate and direct switching programs in the electricity supply industry (ESI).It includes the coordination and direction of switching high voltage (HV) and low voltage (LV) network circuits. It also includes coordinating switching between operating authorities and customers. Note: Entry into this unit is for users who:hold the unit UETDREL005 Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus or equivalentandhold a UET Certificate III Qualification or the equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory,orhold an Electrician or Electrical Fitter licence or the equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory,or hold an Electrician or Electrical Fitter qualification or the equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory.In addition, Electricians or Electrical Fitters must have completed the unit UETDRIS032 Solve problems in network equipment, or equivalent to meet the requirements for working in the electricity supply industry (ESI).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 requirements which must be confirmed prior to commencing this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to coordinate and direct switching programs
  • 1.1 Purpose for the switching program is established in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 1.2 Legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and organisational workplace requirements for the work to be done are reviewed and determined
  • 1.3 Data is analysed for best outcomes in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 1.4 Hazards are identified, risks assessed, and control measures identified and applied
  • 1.5 Work plan is developed, validated and communicated with stakeholdersin accordance with workplace requirements
  • 1.6 Work permits are determined in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 1.7 Operational personnel requirements are determined in accordance with workplace requirements
2 Coordinate and direct switching programs
  • 2.1 Legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and organisational workplace requirements for the work to be performed are applied and monitored
  • 2.2 Personnel are confirmed and coordinated in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 2.3 Switching programs are coordinated and directed in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 2.4 Work permits are received and signed in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 2.5 Hazard control measures are monitored in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 2.6 Incidents or unplanned events are responded to in accordance with workplace requirements
3 Complete work and documentation
  • 3.1 Completed work is checked for compliance against the work plan and workplace requirements
  • 3.2 Incidents or unplanned events are reported in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 3.3 Work permits are signed off in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 3.4 Work records, reports and documentation are completed, and appropriate personnel notified in accordance with workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
ODN13 UETDRIS001 Coordinate and direct power system switching schedules Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHY3 UET40422 Certificate IV in ESI - Network Systems Qualification