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Control electrical risk on metallic pipes

Control electrical risk on metallic pipes

Unit of competency
National Code
NWPNET003
State Code
AVY83
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/04/2016
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
15/04/2016
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit describes the skills required to safe guard work on metallic pipes. This unit applies to those working as field and operational staff with responsibility for the control measures of high risk electrical hazards. The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to. Those undertaking this unit would work independently under indirect supervision while performing routine tasks with a moderate level of complexity in a familiar context. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for work
  • 1.1 Identify and locate area of work from job specifications.
  • 1.2 Conduct risk assessment for environmental safety.
  • 1.3 Select safety equipment and fit and use personal protective equipment.
  • 1.4 Select and use electrical safety equipment.
  • 1.5 Identify yourself to your customers and determine customer needs.
2. Assess metallic pipes for electricity
  • 2.1 Use electrical testing device to check for presence of electricity on metallic water pipe.
  • 2.2 Follow organisational procedures when electricity is detected.
  • 2.3 Identify and clean attachment points and apply bridging conductors if no electricity is detected.
  • 2.4 Continue to enforce electrical control measures.
3. Finalise work
  • 3.1 Store and secure equipment and materials.
  • 3.2 Restore work site to meet environmental and organisational requirements.
  • 3.3 Report and tag any damaged or faulty equipment.
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBN95 NWPNET020 Control electrical risk on metallic pipes Unit of competency