This unit covers developing engineering solutions to resolve problems with energy supply system protection. It encompasses working safely; applying extensive knowledge of energy supply system protection operation, protection devices and their application; gathering and analysing data; applying problem-solving techniques and developing and documenting solutions and alternatives.Typical protection problems are those encountered in meeting performance requirements and compliance standards, revising a protection operating parameters and dealing with protection malfunctions.The application of the skills and knowledge described in this unit requires a licence/registration to practice in the workplace subject to regulations for undertaking of electrical work. Other conditions may apply under state and territory legislative and regulatory licencing requirements which must be confirmed prior to commencing this unit.