Prepare grid connected photovoltaic power systems for LV connection

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
22/07/2026 2:47 PM AWST

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Unit of competency

National Code
UEENEEK036B

State Code
W8174

TGA Status
Replaced

DTWD Status
Replaced

Current Release Number
1.00

Current Release Date
29/07/2011

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

11/11/2010

Field of Education

031399 - Electrical And Electronic Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.

Original Release Date

11/11/2010

Nominal Hours

Description

1)1.1) DescriptorThis competency standard unit covers the preparation of grid connected photovoltaic power systems for connection to an electricity supply grid via an inverter. It encompasses working safely and to installation standards, matching components with that specified for a given location, placing and securing system components accurately, preparing for the required circuit connections and completing the necessary installation documentation.

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1 Prepare grid connect photovoltaic power system components for installation

1.1 OHS procedures for a given work area are obtained and understood.
1.2 Health and safety risks are identified and established risk control measures and procedures in preparation for the work are followed.
1.3 Safety hazards that have not previously been identified are noted and established risk control measures are implemented.
1.4 Installation of the system is prepared in consultation with other affected by the work and sequenced appropriately.
1.5 The nature and location of the work is determined from documentation or appropriate person to establish the scope of work to be undertaken.
1.6 Location of system components is planned within the constraints of the building structure, significants and regulations.
1.7 Advice is sought from appropriate persons to ensure the work is co-ordinated effectively with others.
1.8 Material needed for the installation work is obtained in accordance with established procedures and checked against job requirements.
1.9 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to for the installation work are obtained in accordance with established procedures and checked for correct operation and safety.
1.10 Preparatory work is checked to ensure no unnecessary damage has occurred and complies with requirements.

2 Prepare grid connect photovoltaic power systems components for connection to LV.

2.1 OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed.
2.2 The need to test or measure live is determined in strict accordance with OHS requirements and when necessary conducted within established safety and licensing procedures.
2.3 Circuits/machines/plant are checked as being isolated where necessary in strict accordance OHS requirements and licensing procedures.
2.4 System components are installed to comply with technical standards and job specifications and requirements with sufficient access to affect terminations, adjustment and maintenance.
2.5 Wiring is terminated at components and associated equipment in accordance with manufacture's specifications and functional and regulatory requirements.
2.6 Established methods for dealing with unexpected situations are discussed with appropriate person or persons and documented.
2.7 Unexpected situations are dealt with safely and with the approval of an authorised person.
2.8 On-going checks of the quality of installed apparatus are undertaken in accordance with established procedures.
2.9 System installation is carried out efficiently without unnecessary waste of materials or damage to apparatus, circuits, the surrounding environment or services and using sustainable energy principles.

3 Completion and report installation activities.

3.1 OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are followed.
3.2 Work site is cleaned and made safe in accordance with established procedures.
3.3 Final checks are made so that the installed apparatus conforms to requirements.
3.4 'As-installed' apparatus and associated equipment is documented and an appropriate person or persons notified in accordance with established procedures.

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Replaced By

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
WC706	UEENEEK136A	Install, configure and commission LV micro-hydro systems rated up to 6.4 kW	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
W442	UEE32007	Certificate III in Renewable Energy ELV	Qualification