Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare to repair electrical apparatus
- Existing WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures in preparation for work are followed
- Nature of electrical components and equipment repair is obtained from documentation and work supervisor to determine the scope of work to be undertaken
- Advice is sought from the work supervisor to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with others
- Sources of materials required for the electrical components and equipment work are determined in accordance with workplace routines and procedures
- Tools, apparatus and testing devices needed to carry out work are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety
- Repair electrical apparatus
- Need to test or measure live electrical work is determined in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and, as required, conducted within workplace safety procedures
- Circuits/apparatus are checked and isolated in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures
- Apparatus is dismantled in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and supervisor instructions
- Component parts are tagged during dismantling to ensure correct and efficient reassembly and are stored to protect against loss or damage
- Repairs are completed efficiently without damage to other components, electrical apparatus or circuits
- Apparatus is assembled in sequence with components parts placed, secured and connected in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and/or industry standard practices
- Referring unplanned events to supervisor for direction are followed in accordance with workplace procedures
- Repairs are carried out efficiently without unnecessary waste of materials or damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy practices
- Complete and report electrical repair work activities
- Repaired electrical apparatus is prepared for inspection and testing by appropriate person/s in accordance with workplace procedures
- Work area is cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures
- Work supervisor is notified of repair work completion in accordance with workplace procedures