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Inspect, test and maintain emergency alarm systems and equipment

Inspect, test and maintain emergency alarm systems and equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
UEEEL0075
State Code
ODP03
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/10/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
07/02/2022
Field of Education
031313 - Electrical Fitting, Electrical Mechanics
Original Release Date
07/02/2022
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to inspect, test and maintain audible and visual emergency alarm systems and equipment in buildings with fire separated compartments. It does not include control and indicating equipment.It includes working safely, inspecting, testing and maintaining emergency alarm systems, and completing required documentation.This unit includes understanding the different types of systems and the relevant parts of the associated Australian Standards and the Building Code of Australia and Building Regulations. Refer to the UEE Electrotechnology Companion Volume Implementation Guide for a list of Standards relevant to this unit.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 volt (V) alternating current (a.c.) or 120 V direct current (d.c.). Where equipment has the capability to be connected to a telecommunications network, cabling registration may be required.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 inspect, test and maintain emergency alarm systems and equipment
  • 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 control measures implemented
  • 1.3 Safety hazards not previously identified are noted on job safety sheet and risk control measures are implemented
  • 1.4 Work plan is prepared in consultation with others affected by work and sequenced appropriately
  • 1.5 Required access, permits and permissions are obtained prior to commencing work
  • 1.6 Nature and location of work, and access to equipment, is determined from documentation and/or appropriate person/s
  • 1.7 Advice is sought from appropriate person/s to ensure work is coordinated effectively with others
  • 1.8 Material needed for the work is obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked against job requirements
  • 1.9 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed for work are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked for correct operation and safety
  • 1.10 Preparatory work is checked to ensure no damage has occurred and complies with job requirements and specifications
2 Inspect, test and maintain emergency alarm systems and equipment
  • 2.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out the work are followed
  • 2.2 Need to test or measure live electrical work is determined in accordance with WHS/OHS workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Circuits,machines and/or plant are checked and isolated in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Emergency alarm systems and associated equipment are inspected, tested and maintained to comply with technical industry standards, job specifications and requirements with sufficient access to affect adjustment and maintenance
  • 2.5 Quality inspections and checks of equipment are undertaken in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.6 Problems are solved safely, using sustainable energy principles and without damaging equipment, the surrounding environment or services in accordance with workplace procedures
3 Complete and report, inspection, testing and maintenance activities
  • 3.1 WHS/OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are followed
  • 3.2 Worksite is cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Final checks are made to ensure, inspected, tested and maintained equipment conforms to job requirements and specifications
  • 3.4 Completed work is documented and appropriate person/s notified in accordance with workplace procedures
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