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 locate and rectify faults in electrical low voltage composite equipment following prescribed procedures

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

KSEPA Fault find electrical composite appliances Fault find electrical composite equipment

Evidence shall show an understanding of fault finding electrical composite equipment to an extent indicated by the following aspects

T Safe fault finding encompassing

using safe working practices when carrying out fault finding

identification of common types of electrical faults open circuit short circuit partial open circuit and partial short circuit

symptoms of common faults human body senses hearing smell sight and touch electrical measurement resistance current and voltage

using appropriate test equipment to locate common faults

T Single and three phase composite equipment encompassing

composite equipment

types of single and three phase composite equipment

basic principles of operation of typical composite equipment

identification of basic types of singlethree phase composite equipment

interpretation of ratings from nameplates for comparison with any replacement

principles of operation of control equipment and protection devices associated with a range of singlethree phase composite equipment

common faults that occur in singlethree phase composite equipment and the indicators of such faults

techniques to ensure the electrical isolation and the maintenance of electrical isolation of singlethree phase composite equipment when conducting fault finding on it

regulatory requirementsobligations in regard to any live testing that may be unavoidable

fault finding procedures

visual checking techniques on a range of singlethree phase composite equipment

using test instrumentation safely conduct procedures to identify faults in a range of singlethree phase composite equipment

rectification all identified faults ensuring appropriate consultationapproval before implementing contingencies

testing required to ensure repaired equipment is safe for connection to supply

checking repaired equipment for safe and correct operation

T Produce documentation and reports encompassing

need to produce status reports and documents to locate and identify isolation mechanisms for a wide range of circuits and associated loads

production of reports and documents to use a suitable procedure to safely locate and rectify faults in electrical low voltage composite equipment following prescribed procedures

content required in reports and documents used to safely locate and rectify faults in electrical low voltage composite equipment following prescribed procedures

producing reports and documents for the safe location and rectification of faults in electrical low voltage composite equipment following prescribed procedures

T Enterprise reporting and recording systems encompassing

state the purpose and extent of maintaining work activities records in an enterprise

types of records for maintaining work activities in an enterprise

methods for recording and maintaining work records

work records required by regulation requirements

producing enterprise records and documents for the safe location and rectification of faults in electrical low voltage composite equipment following prescribed procedures

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 and shall be used in conjunction with all components 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 industrypreferred 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 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 issues inherent in working with electricity electrical equipment gas or any other hazardous substancematerial present a challenge for those determining competence Sources of evidence need to be rich in nature to minimise error in judgment

Activities associated with normal everyday work influence decisions about howhow much 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

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 - UEE07 '. Evidence shall also comprise:

A representative body of performance criteria 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

Locate and rectify faults in electrical low voltage equipment following prescribed procedures as described in for each endorsement and including

A

Following safe work practices and procedures

B

Identification testing and isolation of electrical composite equipment according to requirements

C

Preparing to locate faults and repairing electrical composite equipment according to requirementprocedures

D

Using routine fault finding techniques and procedures

E

Identifying and locating faults in accordance with requirements

F

Preparation to replace like for like implementing routine repairs and reconnecting electrical composite equipment as per procedures

G

Rectifying electrical composite equipment faults in accordance with requirements

H

Returning to service and testing for polarity continuity and insulation resistance in accordance with requirementsprocedures

I

Dealing with unplanned events by drawing on essential knowledge and skills to provide appropriate solutions incorporated in a holistic assessment with the above listed items

NoteSuccessful completion of relevant vendor training may be used to contribute to evidence on which competency is deemed In these cases the alignment of outcomes of vendor training with performance criteria and critical aspects of evidence shall be clearly identified

Note:
Successful completion of relevant vendor training may be used to contribute to evidence on which competency is deemed. In these cases the alignment of outcomes of vendor training with performance criteria and critical aspects of evidence shall be clearly identified.

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

Workplace evidence to be produced in an industryregulator approved recording system logbook confirming skills development under appropriate supervision

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 locating and rectifying faults in electrical low voltage equipment following prescribed procedures

Method of assessment

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

NoteCompetent 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 intended primarily 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 intended primarily 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

UEENEEPA Disconnect reconnect composite appliances connected to low voltage installation wiring

UEENEEP012A Disconnect / reconnect composite appliances connected to low voltage installation wiring