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Test reeling, trailing and flexible cables and their attachments used in coal mining

Test reeling, trailing and flexible cables and their attachments used in coal mining

Unit of competency
National Code
UEEHA0036
State Code
OEE71
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/10/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
10/02/2023
Field of Education
031313 - Electrical Fitting, Electrical Mechanics
Original Release Date
10/02/2023
Nominal Hours
54
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to pre and post-repair test reeling, trailing and flexible cables and their attachments, as used in coal mining. It includes: working safely and to standards; evaluating the condition of cables; conducting cable tests; finding faults; writing repair specifications; and documenting test results and cable repair history.It is adopted from clause 2.18 of AS/NZS 4761.1:2018 Competencies for working with electrical equipment for hazardous areas (EEHA). There may be differences between the content of this unit and AS/NZS 4761.1:2018, so the Standard must be checked to ensure compliance with it.This unit applies to electrical equipment overhaul and repair job functions.Site-specific work permits may be required to work in the hazardous environment. In addition, other permits may be required, such as confined space and to operate specific pieces of equipment such as elevated work platforms in various jurisdictions.Additional and/or other conditions may apply in some jurisdictions subject to regulations related to electrical work. Practice in the workplace and during training is also subject to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to test cables
  • 1.1 Safe work methods to test damaged and repaired cables are obtained and understood
  • 1.2 Cable to be tested before and after repair is confirmed with supervising personnel
  • 1.3 Cable repair history and test records are reviewed to identify potential issues and ascertain the viability of repair
  • 1.4 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the tests are obtained and checked for correct operation, safety and currency of calibration certification
2 Determine the extent of cable repairs by fault finding, testing and inspection
  • 2.1 Safe work methods to carry out cable inspecting and testing are obtained interpreted and applied
  • 2.2 Knowledge of basic electrical quantities, circuits and cable design parameters and how they are tested and measured is applied to cable testing
  • 2.3 Cable testing devices are handled carefully and set up correctly prior to each test
  • 2.4 Cables are inspected and tested to ascertain the viability of repairs or extent of repairs required
  • 2.5 Viability and extent of the cable repair is determined from inspection, test results and cable repair history records
  • 2.6 Decision on the viability of repair and instructions for the repair of the cable are documented and forwarded to the responsible personnel
3 Test repaired cable
  • 3.1 Safe work methods to carry out cable testing are obtained interpreted and applied
  • 3.2 Cable testing devices are handled carefully and set up correctly prior to each test
  • 3.3 Each test reading is taken accurately, interpreted and recorded
  • 3.4 Actions to rectify any non-complying parameters shown by test results are documented and forwarded to the responsible personnel
  • 3.5 Safe work methods for the care and storage of test equipment at the completion of testing are followed
4 Document test results, fault finding and cable repair
  • 4.1 Cable history test records are updated in accordance with quality assurance procedures
  • 4.2 Responsible supervisor is notified of the completion of the work in accordance with quality assurance procedures
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State Code National Code Title Type
BHZ9 UEE42622 Certificate IV in Hazardous areas - Electrical Qualification