This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Evidence shall show that knowledge has been acquired of safe working practices and installing wiring and accessories for low voltage circuits

All knowledge and skills detailed in this unit should be contextualised to current industry standards technologies and practices

KSEGA Installation of wiring systems

Evidence shall show an understanding of the installation of wiring systems that comply with standards to an extent indicated by the following aspects

T Standards codes and requirements applicable to the installation of wiring systems encompassing

Cables and methods of mechanical protection and support

Protection against and from other services

Prohibited cable locations

Building codes affecting the installation of cables in buildings structures and premises limitation on penetration of structural elements maintenance of fire protection integrity and wiring above suspected ceilings

Issues affecting electrical installations in heritage buildings and premises limitation on penetration of structural and finished elements accessing cable routes types and colour of exposed accessories

T Use of other installation standards called up by the Wiring Rules for special situations encompassing

standards that apply to Electromedical treatment areas

additional requirements for construction and demolition sites

Relocatable installations and their site supply

additional requirements for caravan park

additional requirements for marinas and pleasure craft at low voltage

additional requirements for shows and carnivals

T Hazardous areas encompassing

Conditions that apply in an areas that require them to be classified as a Hazardous area

Responsibility for classifying a hazardous area

Awareness of standards called up by the Wiring Rules for selection of equipment and installations in Hazardous areas ASNZS requirements for hazardous areas

T Requirement for the installation of cables and accessories in damp situations and ELV installations encompassing

restricted zones around baths showers fixed water containers pools sauna heaters and fountainswater features for given installations

selecting equipment suitable for installation in given damp situations

voltage range that defines extralow voltage

Separated extralow voltage SELV system and a Protected extralow voltage PELV system

ASNZS requirements for selecting extralow voltage systems and devices for a range of installations and conditions

T Aerial cabling encompassing

Describe the types of aerial cabling

State the ASNZS and local supply authority requirements for aerial cabling

Termination of aerial cables in accordance with ASNZS and local requirements

installation of consumers mains for connection via overhead consumers terminals in accordance with ASNZS and local requirements

Testing of installed cables compliance with Australian Standards

T Underground cabling encompassing

Describe permissible underground cabling systems

Identify other underground services

State the ASNZS and local supply authority requirements for underground cabling

List the advantages and disadvantages of underground wiring systems

selection of underground consumers mains in accordance with ASNZS and local requirements

T Techniques for installing cables and wiring systems encompassing

Typical cable routes through buildings structures and premises

Application of wiring accessories

Drawingin placing and fixing of cables

Cable and conductor terminations

Maintaining fire rating integrity

Inspecting and testing installed and terminated cables to ensure they comply with continuity and insulation resistance and are safe to connect to the supply

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria Required Skills and Knowledge the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package

The Evidence Guide forms an integral part of this unit It must be used in conjunction with all parts of this unit and performed in accordance with the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package

Overview of Assessment

Longitudinal competency development approaches to assessment such as Profiling require data to be reliably gathered in a form that can be consistently interpreted over time This approach is best utilised in Apprenticeship programs and reduces assessment intervention It is the Industrys preferred model for apprenticeships However where summative or final assessment is used it is to include the application of the competency in the normal work environment or at a minimum the application of the competency in a realistically simulated work environment It is recognised that in some circumstances assessment in part or full can occur outside the workplace However it must be in accordance with industry and regulatory policy

Methods chosen for a particular assessment will be influenced by various factors These include the extent of the assessment the most effective locations for the assessment activities to take place access to physical resources additional safety measures that may be required and the critical nature of the competencies being assessed

The critical safety nature of working with electricity electrical equipment gas or any other hazardous substancematerial carries risk in deeming a person competent Sources of evidence need to be rich in nature to minimise error in judgment

Activities associated with normal every day work have a bearing on the decision as to how much and how detailed the data gathered will contribute to its richness Some skills are more critical to safety and operational requirements while the same skills may be more or less frequently practised These points are raised for the assessors to consider when choosing an assessment method and developing assessment instruments Sample assessment instruments are included for Assessors in the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package

Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Before the critical aspects of evidence are considered all prerequisites shall be met

Evidence for competence in this unit shall be considered holistically Each element and associated performance criteria shall be demonstrated on at least two occasions in accordance with the Assessment Guidelines UEE Evidence shall also comprise

A representative body of work performance demonstrated within the timeframes typically expected of the discipline work function and industrial environment In particular this shall incorporate evidence that shows a candidate is able to

Implement Occupational Health and Safety workplace procedures and practices including the use of risk control measures as specified in the performance criteria and range statement

Apply sustainable energy principles and practices as specified in the performance criteria and range statement

Demonstrate an understanding of the essential knowledge and associated skills as described in this unit It may be required by some jurisdictions that RTOs provide a percentile graded result for the purpose of regulatory or licensing requirements

Demonstrate an appropriate level of skills enabling employment

Conduct work observing the relevant Anti Discrimination legislation regulations polices and workplace procedures

Demonstrated consistent performance across a representative range of contexts from the prescribed items below

Install wiring and accessories for low voltage circuits as described as described in and including

A

Reading and interpreting drawings related to cable layouts cable schedules and apparatus locations

B

Planning cable routes and obtaining installation materials

C

Sequencing the installation effectively with other affected by the work

D

Routing placing and securing cables in compliance with requirements

E

Placing and securing accessories accurately

F

Maintaining fire integrity

G

Terminating cable and conductors to comply with requirements

H

Undertaking ongoing compliance and safety inspection and testing of installed circuits

I

Rectifying any defects revealed through ongoing inspection and testing

J

Correctly documenting asinstalled cableswiring and accessories

K

Dealing with unplanned events

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit should be assessed as it relates to normal work practice using procedures information and resources typical of a workplace This should include

OHS policy and work procedures and instructions

Suitable work environment facilities equipment and materials to undertake actual work as prescribed by this unit

These should be part of the formal learningassessment environment

Note

Where simulation is considered a suitable strategy for assessment conditions must be authentic and as far as possible reproduce and replicate the workplace and be consistent with the approved industry simulation policy

The resources used for assessment should reflect current industry practices in relation to installing wiring and accessories for low voltage circuits

Method of assessment

This unit shall be assessed by methods given in Volume Part Assessment Guidelines

Note Competent performance with inherent safe working practices is expected in the industry to which this unit applies This requires assessment in a structured environment which is primarily intended for learningassessment and incorporates all necessary equipment and facilities for learners to develop and demonstrate the essential knowledge and skills described in this unit

Note:
Competent performance with inherent safe working practices is expected in the industry to which this unit applies. This requires assessment in a structured environment which is primarily intended for learning/assessment and incorporates all necessary equipment and facilities for learners to develop and demonstrate the essential knowledge and skills described in this unit.

Concurrent assessment and relationship with other units

For optimisation of training and assessment effort competency development in this unit may be arranged concurrently with unit

UEENEEGA

UEENEEG104A

Install appliances switchgear and associated accessories for low voltage electrical installations