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Work safely near power infrastructure

Work safely near power infrastructure

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTWHS203
State Code
AWC81
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/07/2016
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
05/07/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge to conduct telecommunications operations near substantial safety hazards. It includes safety hazard management at heights near electrical distribution infrastructure, radiation devices or other services in confined spaces.It applies to field officers who work with cables on elevated work platforms, in confined spaces and on roofs and other structures near power lines. It does NOT include work on public electricity assets.Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the ICT Implementation Guide Companion Volume or the relevant regulator for details of licensing, legislative or certification requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Conduct risk assessment
  • 1.1 Confirm work instructions with appropriate personnel and seek clarification if required
  • 1.2 Select work health and safety (WHS) legislation, policy and procedures and technical standards relevant to the work and work site
  • 1.3 Assess risks from electrical, radiation, gas and other services in or adjacent to the worksite
  • 1.4 Assess safety of the worksite, other services and support structures using appropriate monitoring equipment
  • 1.5 Complete a job safety analysis (JSA) or similar risk assessment record listing potential safety hazards associated with site and work requirements, and report safety hazards to relevant personnel
  • 1.6 Obtain and confirm permits from relevant authorities within scope of personal authority or seek assistance from appropriate authority
  • 1.7 Assess potential emergency situations relevant to the site
  • 1.8 Note earthing arrangements for telecommunications infrastructure and any other services that impinge on the worksite
2. Develop hazard management plan
  • 2.1 Propose strategies to manage potential safety hazards
  • 2.2 Communicate hazard management strategies and confirm with co-workers
  • 2.3 Establish and confirm safety procedures to ensure management of emergency situations
  • 2.4 Obtain safety equipment and personal protective equipment
  • 2.5 Delineate safe work zones and limits of approach to other services
  • 2.6 Arrange road safety and traffic control measures
  • 2.7 Implement safe strategies for working at heights and in confined spaces
3. Work safely
  • 3.1 Use safety equipment and clothing effectively
  • 3.2 Use ladders, climbing or lifting equipment to work safely at heights
  • 3.3 Operate hand and power tools safely at heights
  • 3.4 Work within identified safety zones and approach limits
  • 3.5 Comply with enterprise and industry earthing practices
  • 3.6 Monitor and manage risks throughout work procedures
  • 3.7 Apply emergency procedures in the event of an incident
  • 3.8 Reinstate the worksite to ensure safety of telecommunications workers, the public and the telecommunications network
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI897 ICTOHS2153B Work safely near power infrastructure Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBA28 ICTWHS205 Work safely near power infrastructure at a telecommunications workplace Unit of competency