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Apply safety practices, procedures and compliance standards associated with licensed electrical work

Apply safety practices, procedures and compliance standards associated with licensed electrical work

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM13017
State Code
AUX43
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
26/06/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/10/2015
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
16/10/2015
Nominal Hours
18
Description
This unit of competency has been developed for Engineering Tradesperson - industrial electrician apprenticeship training and the recognition of trade-level skills in working safely with electrical installations and equipment; following work health and safety (WHS) systems and procedures; and the scope, application and fundamental principles of AS/NZS 3000:2007 Electrical installations (known as the Australian/New Zealand Wiring Rules).It covers knowledge of the application of WHS regulations; procedures for identifying and mitigating electrical hazards; supervision requirements applying to apprentices and trainees; following documented safe work methods, including safe isolation procedures: and application of compliance standards to ensure electrical installations and equipment are safe to use.This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to meet the Electrical Regulatory Authorities Council (ERAC).Essential Performance Capabilities (EPCs):EPC 45 - Demonstrate the knowledge and practices that are essential for working safely with electrical equipment and tools, for safe manual handling, working safely at heights and in confined spaces. Knowledge of testing and tagging procedures to AS 3760.EPC 55 - Demonstrate knowledge and application of electricity generation systems and electricity converters and the requirements of AS/NZS 3000 Wiring Rules for stand-alone and grid connected systems. Basic knowledge of battery storage systems and uninterruptible power supplies.AndEssential Performance Capability (EPC) classified as ’critical’:EPC 10 - Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental safety principles of AS/NZS 3000 Part 1. Knowledge of hierarchy of standards. Nomative/informative text.EPC 31 - Demonstrate the knowledge and skill to perform effective isolation of any equipment, including switch and lock off, circuit isolation, equipment testing and tag out procedures, including capacitor banks.EPC 43 - Demonstrate understanding of the requirements for personal safety in the workplace and application of safety practices.Some jurisdictions require the holder of this unit to be licensed or certified and users should check with the relevant authorities.Band: AUnit Weight: 2
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Follow WHS systems and procedures
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with WHS requirements at all times, including appropriate risk control measures
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
  • 1.5 Isolate and tag circuits and equipment in accordance with procedures, where required
  • 1.6 Ensure all tools and equipment are checked for safety in accordance with procedures and regulatory requirements
  • 1.7 Follow established safety rules before beginning work on electrical wiring and equipment
  • 1.8 Determine and implement the level of supervision required appropriate to the type of electrical work and the level of the apprentice’s and/or trainee’s training
  • 1.9 Follow safe work procedures when working at heights and in confined spaces
2. Perform emergency first aid
  • 2.1 Assess situation to identify points of danger to the injured person and potential rescuer
  • 2.2 Rescue/recover injured person or provide assistance to injured person in accordance with recognised standards/procedures
  • 2.3 Make contact with the appropriate medical and rescue authorities
  • 2.4 Record details of first aid given
3. Identify codes of practice, standards and organisations that have an impact on the work of licensed electricians
  • 3.1 Identify the codes of practice that apply to work carried out by licensed electricians
  • 3.2 Apply the fundamental safety procedures as outlined in AS/NZS 3000:2007 Electrical Installations (known as the Australian/New Zealand Wiring Rules) Part 1
  • 3.3 Identify the other relevant standards that apply to work carried out by licensed electricians
  • 3.4 Identify other regulatory requirements that apply to work carried by licensed electricians
  • 3.5 Identify reference compliance standards for electricity generation systems and electricity converters
  • 3.6 Identify organisations that have an impact on the roles and responsibilities of licensed electricians
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