Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Team members may include:
site personnel
off-site company personnel
contractors
suppliers
Relevant compliance documentation
may include:
legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
code of practice
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Control measures may include:
isolation procedures
earthing procedures
lock-out procedures
tagging procedures
earth leakage installation and testing
formal authorisation requirements for carrying out of electrical work
use of appropriate tools, equipment, barriers and safety apparel
enclosures and/or guarding
procedures for restoring supply
start-up sequencing
routine maintenance
Work practices may be included:
in site work instructions or standard operating procedures
Conditions of electrical supply may include:
peak time rates
off-peak rates
special power payments
peak demand
general supply charges
People with appropriate licenses or qualifications must:
apply safe systems of work when carrying out electrical work
carry out electrical wiring work to comply with AS/NZS 3000 (Wiring Rules), as amended by local regulations
ensure that they perform electrical work only of the type for which they are registered or licensed
ensure they test work in accordance with the local regulations
ensure that a Certificate of Electrical Safety is completed as required by the local regulations/power authorities
ensure that completed prescribed work is inspected by a Licensed Inspector prior to connection to electrical supply or reconnection as appropriate
report all electrical incidents, hazards and potential hazards, and take appropriate action to control risks
check the operation of portable Residual Current Devices (Safety Switches) before each use
electrical contractors:
keep a register of licensed electrical workers who are employed (directly or as sub-contractors) by the contractor
not permit a person to carry out on the contractor's behalf or direct a person to carry out electrical work that does not comply with the local legislative requirements
Electrical plans and drawings should include:
underground services
overhead services
electrical reticulation
control circuit diagrams
Training should include:
awareness of the location of and safe clearances to overhead power lines, underground cables and electrical equipment
all electrical incidents, hazards and potential hazards reporting requirements
the need to check the operation of portable Residual Current Devices (Safety Switches) before each use
the need to check operation of portable electrical equipment
the need to operate electrical equipment in accordance with site requirements
Efficient operation may include:
specified starting sequences
avoiding excessive loads caused by unnecessary mechanical resistance (jamming, blockages)
routine maintenance
routine inspections
minimising demand charges
Information from monthly electricity account may include:
break down of charges
general supply charge
peak hour charges
off-peak charges
peak demand charges
prior year usage and costs
Optimisation of energy may include:
identification of major uses of electrical energy
maximising the use of off-peak rates (e.g. hot water and out of hours automated pumping)
sequenced starting to minimise peak demand

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for the management and operation of electrical equipment and installations
implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient operation of electrical equipment and installations
working with others to plan, prepare and conduct the operation of electrical equipment and installations
provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in the operation of electrical equipment and installations
evidence of the consistent successful supervision of the operation of electrical equipment and installations
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of the required outcomes
consistently achieving the required outcomes
first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to plan, prepare and conduct the operation of electrical equipment and installations
provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in the conduct of the operation of electrical equipment and installations
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.