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UEEAS0007
Assemble, mount and connect control gear and switchgear

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to assemble, mount and connect control gear and switchgear, including the interconnections within a switchboard enclosure intended to operate at voltages up to 1,000 volts (V) alternating current (a.c.) or 1,500 V direct current (d.c.).

It includes working safely; following standards, specifications and component manufacturer requirements; matching equipment with that specified; terminating cables; connecting wiring and completing necessary documentation.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions on at least two separate occasions and include:

applying labelling and numbering to cables and using terminal numbering in accordance with relevant industry standards and workplace procedures

applying relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and workplace procedures and practices, including:

hazards associated with switchgear and control gear assembly and installation

using risk control measures

applying sustainable energy principles and practices

assembling, mounting and connecting control gear and switchgear, including:

checking circuits are isolated

making connection without damaging switchgear/control

making interconnections

mounting and wiring switchgear and control gear

selecting and placing switchgear and control gear in accordance with industry standards, wiring and schematic diagrams

checking tools, equipment and testing devices for correct operation and safety

completing workplace documentation

dealing with unplanned events in accordance with workplace procedures in a manner that minimises risk to personnel and equipment

inspecting and checking installation of assembled control gear and switchgear

using problem-solving techniques when determining the nature of a fault in accordance with workplace procedures.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions and include knowledge of:

assembly instructions, including industry standards, wiring and schematic diagrams

cable labelling and numbering, including:

cable labelling/identification

component labelling/identification

use of terminal strips to assist fault finding

choice of switchgear and control gear, including:

current ratings

overload and fuse settings

voltage ratings

other considerations, including:

earthing

size of power and control circuit conductors

equipment layout methods and accessories

component layout, including:

interconnecting plugs and sockets

placement/layout of control circuit devices and components

placement/layout of power circuit devices and components

segregation of cables at different voltages

wiring and schematic diagrams

equipment layout, methods and accessories

problem-solving techniques including quality checks

relevant electrical and WHS/OHS regulations and legislation requirements

relevant manufacturer specifications

relevant workplace documentation

relevant workplace policies and procedures

risk mitigation processes include safety issues associated with switchgear and control gear assembly and installation

sustainable energy principles and practices

switchgear and control gear mounting and wiring techniques, including switchboard testing

techniques to check if circuits are isolated

tools, equipment and measuring devices

types of switchgear and other equipment, including:

air-break

bus bars and cleats

bus ties

circuit breakers

contactors

fuses

interlock devices

load break switches

motor starters

oil type

relays

switch fuses

transformers

variable speed drives (VSDs).

Assessors must hold credentials specified within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence and all regulatory requirements included within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations where it is appropriate to do so; where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that replicate workplace conditions.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulations

relevant and appropriate materials, tools, equipment (including control panels) and personal protective equipment (PPE) currently used in industry

applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, industry standards, equipment specifications, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Non-essential conditions may be found in the UEE Electrotechnology Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

Assembling at least two different control panels must include:

general supply main switches

multiple supplies

safety services

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions on at least two separate occasions and include:

applying labelling and numbering to cables and using terminal numbering in accordance with relevant industry standards and workplace procedures

applying relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and workplace procedures and practices, including:

hazards associated with switchgear and control gear assembly and installation

using risk control measures

applying sustainable energy principles and practices

assembling, mounting and connecting control gear and switchgear, including:

checking circuits are isolated

making connection without damaging switchgear/control

making interconnections

mounting and wiring switchgear and control gear

selecting and placing switchgear and control gear in accordance with industry standards, wiring and schematic diagrams

checking tools, equipment and testing devices for correct operation and safety

completing workplace documentation

dealing with unplanned events in accordance with workplace procedures in a manner that minimises risk to personnel and equipment

inspecting and checking installation of assembled control gear and switchgear

using problem-solving techniques when determining the nature of a fault in accordance with workplace procedures.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions and include knowledge of:

assembly instructions, including industry standards, wiring and schematic diagrams

cable labelling and numbering, including:

cable labelling/identification

component labelling/identification

use of terminal strips to assist fault finding

choice of switchgear and control gear, including:

current ratings

overload and fuse settings

voltage ratings

other considerations, including:

earthing

size of power and control circuit conductors

equipment layout methods and accessories

component layout, including:

interconnecting plugs and sockets

placement/layout of control circuit devices and components

placement/layout of power circuit devices and components

segregation of cables at different voltages

wiring and schematic diagrams

equipment layout, methods and accessories

problem-solving techniques including quality checks

relevant electrical and WHS/OHS regulations and legislation requirements

relevant manufacturer specifications

relevant workplace documentation

relevant workplace policies and procedures

risk mitigation processes include safety issues associated with switchgear and control gear assembly and installation

sustainable energy principles and practices

switchgear and control gear mounting and wiring techniques, including switchboard testing

techniques to check if circuits are isolated

tools, equipment and measuring devices

types of switchgear and other equipment, including:

air-break

bus bars and cleats

bus ties

circuit breakers

contactors

fuses

interlock devices

load break switches

motor starters

oil type

relays

switch fuses

transformers

variable speed drives (VSDs).

Assessors must hold credentials specified within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence and all regulatory requirements included within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations where it is appropriate to do so; where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that replicate workplace conditions.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulations

relevant and appropriate materials, tools, equipment (including control panels) and personal protective equipment (PPE) currently used in industry

applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, industry standards, equipment specifications, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Switchgear and control gear assembly installation is determined and planned in accordance with job specifications, wiring and schematic diagrams 
 
 
 
 
 
Switchgear and control gear assembly hazards are identified, risks assessed and control measures are implemented in accordance with workplace procedures 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Assembled switchboard panel is visually inspected and checked against work instructions, industry standards and manufacturer specifications in accordance with workplace procedures 
 
 

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