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Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits

Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits

Unit of competency
National Code
UEEEL0023
State Code
OBZ08
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
19/07/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/07/2021
Field of Education
031313 - Electrical Fitting, Electrical Mechanics
Original Release Date
12/07/2021
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to terminate cables, cords and their conductors at accessories and current-using devices, designed to operate at voltages up to 1,000 volts (V) alternating current (a.c.) or 1,500 V direct current (d.c.).It includes working safely to industry standards, wiring systems, cable types and applications; selecting appropriate termination accessories; preparing and terminating cables and cords; terminating cables/cord conductors; and ensuring completed termination complies with industry standard requirements.The skills and knowledge described in this unit require a licence or permit to practice in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 V a.c. or 120 V d.c.Competency development activities in this unit are subject to regulations directly related to licensing. Where a licence or permit to practice is not held, a relevant contract of training, such as an Australian Apprenticeship, may be required.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 terminate cables, cords and conductors
  • 1.1 WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified and applied
  • 1.2 Hazards are identified, risks assessed and risk control measures and workplace procedures implemented in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.3 Safety hazards that have not previously been identified are noted on job safety assessments and existing risk control measures are implemented
  • 1.4 Junction box/terminal enclosures and terminal types are inspected to determine the type and size of cable and conductor termination devices needed
  • 1.5 Tools, materials and testing devices needed for terminating cables and cords are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked for correct operation and safety
2 Terminate cables, cords and conductors
  • 2.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed
  • 2.2 Circuits/machines/plant are checked as isolated, as required, in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Cable/cord ends are cut and sheath/insulation stripped with sufficient length to prevent strain on terminations and without undue waste
  • 2.4 Cable glands/retaining devices are fitted and secured to ensure cable/cord cannot be pulled out of entry into junction box/terminal enclosure
  • 2.5 Conductors are prepared to suit the terminal type they are to be connected to
  • 2.6 Conductors are terminated to ensure continuity across the terminal
  • 2.7 Methodology for dealing with unplanned situations are discussed with appropriate person/s and documented
  • 2.8 Unplanned situations are responded to safely in accordance with workplace procedures, in a manner that minimises risk to personnel, equipment and with the approval of an authorised person
3 Test terminated cables and cords
  • 3.1 WHS/OHS work completion risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed
  • 3.2 Terminated cables are tested to ensure continuity and insulation resistance comply with relevant industry standards
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7323 UEENEEG106A Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits Unit of competency