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Install small wind energy conversion systems rated up to 10 kW for ELV stand-alone applications

Install small wind energy conversion systems rated up to 10 kW for ELV stand-alone applications

Unit of competency
National Code
UEERE0036
State Code
OCC55
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
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
18
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to install small wind energy conversion systems (WECS) rated up to 10 kilowatt (kW) for extra-low voltage (ELV) stand-alone applications.It includes preparing to install small ELV WECS, installing small ELV WECS, 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 small ELV WECS
  • 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 risks are identified and workplace procedures for risk control are applied in preparation for work
  • 1.3 Risks/hazards are identified, assessed, reported to relevant person/s and control measures implemented
  • 1.4 System installation is planned in consultation with others impacted by the work and sequenced appropriately
  • 1.5 Nature and location of the work are determined from documentation or relevant person/s to determine the scope of work
  • 1.6 Sitting limitations and customer system requirements are identified in consultation with the customer
  • 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 in accordance with workplace procedures, pre-assembled, where necessary, and checked against job requirements
  • 1.11 Materials and components are prepared for transport to the site and transport is arranged
  • 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 previously and complies with requirements
2 Install small ELV WECS
  • 2.1 Workplace risk control measures and procedures are applied
  • 2.2 Equipment is transported safely to the site in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Need to test or measure live electrical work is determined in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and conducted in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Circuits/machines/plant are isolated in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures
  • 2.5 System components are installed in compliance with technical industry standards, job specifications and requirements, and with sufficient access to enable terminations, adjustment and maintenance
  • 2.6 Wiring is terminated at components and associated equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and functional and regulatory requirements
  • 2.7 Unexpected events are discussed with relevant person/s, dealt with and documented in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.8 Unexpected situations are dealt with safely and with the approval of authorised person/s
  • 2.9 Quality checks of installed apparatus are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.10 System installation is completed 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 Workplace risk control measures and procedures are applied
  • 3.2 Worksite is cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Final checks are conducted to confirm installed apparatus conforms to requirements
  • 3.4 System operation is tested and installation verified as compliant with industry standards and work specifications
  • 3.5 ‘As-installed’ apparatus and associated equipment are documented and relevant person/s notified in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.6 Customer is informed of system operation, routine maintenance and limitations
  • 3.7 Documentation required by industry standards or job specifications is provided to the customer
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WC712 UEENEEK143A Install small wind energy conversion systems rated up to 10 kW for ELV stand-alone applications Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEX55 UEERE0076 Install and maintain wind energy systems to power conversion equipment Unit of competency