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Install ELV stand-alone photovoltaic power systems

Install ELV stand-alone photovoltaic power systems

Unit of competency
National Code
UEERE0035
State Code
OCB28
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/10/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/07/2021
Field of Education
031399 - Electrical And Electronic Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
12/07/2021
Nominal Hours
54
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to install extra-low voltage (ELV) stand-alone photovoltaic (PV) power systems.It includes preparing to install ELV stand-alone PV power apparatus and systems, installing ELV stand-alone PV power apparatus and system, completing installation and reporting installation activities.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to install ELV stand-alone PV power apparatus and systems
  • 1.1 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) processes and procedures for relevant work area are identified and applied in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.2 WHS/OHS hazards are identified, risks assessed, reported to relevant person/s and workplace procedures for risk control measures applied in preparation for work
  • 1.3 System installation is planned in consultation with others impacted by the work and sequenced appropriately
  • 1.4 Nature and location of the work are determined from documentation or relevant person/s to determine the scope of work
  • 1.5 Sitting limitations and customer system requirements are identified through consultation with relevant person/s
  • 1.6 Energy demand is assessed and recommendations made to the customer for energy efficiency improvements, as necessary
  • 1.7 Suitable system components are specified and selected in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.8 Location of system components is planned within the constraints of the building structure and regulations
  • 1.9 Instructions for coordinating work with others is obtained from relevant person/s and applied
  • 1.10 Materials and components required are obtained, pre-assembled, where necessary, and checked against job requirements in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.11 Materials and components are prepared for transport to the site and transport is arranged in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.12 Tools, equipment and testing devices required are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked for correct operation and safety
  • 1.13 Preparatory work is checked to ensure no unnecessary damage has occurred and complies with requirements
2 Install ELV stand-alone PV power apparatus and systems
  • 2.1 Equipment is transported safely to site in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Need to test or measure live electrical work is determined in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and conducted in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Circuits/machines/plant are isolated in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures
  • 2.4 System components are installed in compliance with technical industry standards, job specifications and requirements, and with sufficient access to enable terminations, adjustment and maintenance
  • 2.5 Wiring is terminated at components and associated equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and functional and regulatory requirements
  • 2.6 Unplanned situations are discussed with relevant person/s and responded to in accordance with workplace procedures in a manner that minimises risk to personnel and equipment
  • 2.7 Checks of installed apparatus quality are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.8 System installation is conducted minimising waste of materials, damage to apparatus, circuits, the surrounding environment and services using sustainable energy principles
3 Complete installation and report installation activities
  • 3.1 Worksite is cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Final checks are conducted to confirm installed apparatus conforms to requirements
  • 3.3 System operation is tested and installation verified as compliant with standards and work specifications
  • 3.4 ‘As-installed’ apparatus and associated equipment are documented and relevant person/s notified in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Customer is informed of system operation, routine maintenance and limitations
  • 3.6 Documentation required by standards or job specifications is provided to the customer
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State Code National Code Title Type
WC704 UEENEEK134A Install ELV stand-alone photovoltaic power systems Unit of competency