Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

UETTDRIS49A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Develop low voltage switching schedule

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency UETTDRIS49A - Develop low voltage switching schedule
Description 1)Scope:1.1) DescriptorThis Competency Standard Unit covers the preparation of a basic switching schedule for LV network. It includes planning basic outages and taking into account loading of network components. It also includes the calculation of network loading conditions to ensure the network is operating within design parameters.
Employability Skills 5) The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of Employability Skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit of competency is packaged will assist in identifying Employability Skill requirements.
Learning Outcomes and Application 2)This Competency Standard Unit is intended to augment formally acquired competencies. It is suitable for employment-based programs under an approved contract of training.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Prerequisite Unit(s)4) Competencies4.1)Granting of competency in this unit shall be made only after competency in the following unit(s) has/have been confirmed.Where pre-requisite pathways have been identified. All competencies in the Common Unit Group must be have been completed plus all the competencies in one (1) of the identified Pathway Unit Group(s):Transmission OverheadDistribution OverheadRail TractionDistribution Cable JointingElectricalCommon Unit GroupUnit CodeUnit TitleUEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplaceUEENEEE102A Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry componentsUEENEEE104A Solve problems in d.c. CircuitsUEENEEE105A Fix and secure electrotechnology equipmentUEENEEE107A Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specificationsUEENEEG101A Solve problems in electromagnetic devices and related circuitsUEENEEG102A Solve problems in low voltage a.c. CircuitsUETTDREL16A Working safely near live electrical apparatus UETTDRIS43A Perform low voltage field switching operation to a given schedule.Transmission Overhead Pathway Group Unit CodeUnit TitleUETTDREL11A Apply sustainable energy and environmental procedures UETTDREL12A Operate plant and equipment near live electrical conductors and apparatus UETTDRIS54A Install and maintain poles, structures, overhead conductors and cables UETTDRTP26A Install transmission structures and associated hardware UETTDRTP27A Maintain transmission structures and associated hardware UETTDRTP29A Install and maintain transmission overhead conductors and cables Distribution Overhead Pathway GroupUnit CodeUnit TitleUETTDREL11A Apply sustainable energy and environmental procedures UETTDRDP12A Maintain overhead energised low voltage conductors and cables UETTDREL12A Operate plant and equipment near live electrical conductors and apparatus UETTDRIS41A Install network infrastructure electrical equipment UETTDRIS42A Maintain network infrastructure electrical equipment UETTDRIS52A Install and maintain poles, structures and associated hardwareUETTDRIS54A Install and maintain poles, structures, overhead conductors and cables UETTDRIS56A Install and maintain low voltage overhead services Rail Traction Pathway GroupUnit CodeUnit TitleUETTDREL11A Apply sustainable energy and environmental procedures UETTDREL12A Operate plant and equipment near live electrical conductors and apparatus UETTDRIS52A Install and maintain poles, structures and associated hardwareUETTDRIS54A Install and maintain poles, structures, overhead conductors and cables UETTDRRT21A Install traction overhead wiring systems UETTDRRT22A Maintain traction overhead wiring systems UETTDRRT23A Install rail traction bonds UETTDRRT27A Install overhead traction components and equipment UETTDRRT28A Maintain overhead traction components and equipment Distribution Cable Jointing Pathway GroupUnit CodeUnit TitleUETTDREL11A Apply sustainable energy and environmental procedures UETTDRCJ21A Lay ESI electrical cables UETTDRCJ26A Install and maintain de-energised low voltage underground polymeric cables. UETTDRCJ27A Install and maintain de-energised high voltage underground polymeric cables. UETTDREL12A Operate plant and equipment near live electrical conductors and apparatus UETTDRIS41A Install network infrastructure electrical equipment UETTDRIS42A Maintain network infrastructure electrical equipment UETTDRIS55A Install and maintain low voltage underground services Electrical Pathway GroupUnit CodeUnit TitleUEENEEE137A Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology workUEENEEG006A Solve problems in single and three phase low voltage machinesUEENEEG033A Solve problems in single and three phase electrical apparatus and circuitsUEENEEG063A Arrange circuits, control and protection for general electrical installationsUEENEEG106A Terminate cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuitsUEENEEG108A Trouble-shoot and repair faults in low voltage electrical apparatus and circuitsUEENEEG109A Develop and connect electrical control circuitsUEENEEK142A Apply environmentally and sustainable energy procedures in the energy sectorUETTDRIS67A Solve problems in energy supply network equipmentLiteracy and numeracy skills4.2) Participants are best equipped to achieve this unit if they have reading, writing and numeracy skills indicated by the following scales. Description of each scale is given in Volume 2, Part 3 “Literacy and Numeracy”Reading4Writing4Numeracy4
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare/plan to develop LV switching schedules
  • Works schedule(s), including drawings, plans, requirements, established procedures, and material lists, are obtained, analysed, if necessary, by site inspection and the extent of the preparation of the work determined for planning and coordination.
  • Work is prioritised and sequenced for the most efficient and effective outcome following consultation with others for completion within acceptable timeframes, to a quality standard and in accordance with established procedures.
  • Relevant requirements and established procedures for the work are communicated to all personnel and identified for all work sites.
  • Hazards are identified, OHS risks assessed and control measures are prioritised, implemented and monitored including emergency exits kept clear, to ensure safe systems of work are followed and according to established procedures.
  • Relevant work permits are secured to coordinate the performance of work according to requirements and/or established procedures.
  • Resources including personnel, equipment, tools and personal protective equipment required for the job are identified, scheduled and coordinated and confirmed in a safe and technical working order
  • Clients/Customers are provided with possible solutions and/or options within the scope, acceptable cost and requirements.
  • Personnel participating in the work, including plant operators and contractors, are fully briefed and respective responsibilities coordinated and authorised where applicable in accordance with established procedures.
  • Liaison and communication issues with other/authorised personnel, authorities, clients and land owners are resolved and activities coordinated to carry out work.
       
Element: Carry out the development of LV switching schedules
  • OHS and sustainable energy principles and practices to reduce the incidents of accidents and minimise waste are monitored and actioned in accordance with requirements and/or established procedures.
  • Hazard warnings and safety signs are recognised and hazards and assessed OHS risks are reported to the immediate authorised persons for directions according to established procedures.
  • Remedial actions are taken to overcome any shortfalls encountered in the work schedule according to requirements and/or established procedures.
  • Development of LV switching schedules is carried out, in accordance with the work schedule and requirements and/or established procedures.
  • Essential knowledge and associated skills are applied in the safe development of LV switching schedules to ensure completion in an agreed timeframe and, to quality standards with a minimum of waste according to requirements.
  • Solutions to non-routine problems are identified and actioned using acquired essential knowledge and associated skills according to requirements.
  • Ongoing checks of quality of the work are undertaken in accordance with requirements and established procedures to ensure a quality like outcome is achieved for the client/customer and to a community/industry standard.
       
Element: Complete development of LV switching schedules
  • Work undertaken is checked against works schedule for conformance with requirements, anomalies reported and solutions identified in accordance with established procedures.
  • Relevant work permit(s) are signed off and, plant is returned to service and advised to client/customer in accordance with requirements.
  • Accidents and/or injuries are reported and followed up in accordance with requirements/established procedures.
  • Works completion records, reports, as installed /modified drawing(s) and/or documentation and information are confirmed, processed and appropriate personnel notified.
       


Evidence Required

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9) This provides essential advice for assessment of the unit of competency and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria and the range statement of the unit of competency and the Training Package Assessment Guidelines.

The Evidence Guide forms an integral part of this Competency Standard Unit and shall be used in conjunction with all component parts of this unit and, performed in accordance with the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.

Overview of Assessment

9.1)

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 Industry’s 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 accord with Industry and, Regulatory policy in this regard.

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 substance/material carries risk in deeming a person competent. Hence, sources of evidence need to be ‘rich’ in nature so as 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 practiced. 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

9.2)

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 – UET12”. 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; and

Apply sustainable energy principles and practices as specified in the Performance Criteria and range; and

Demonstrate an understanding of the essential knowledge and associated skills as described in this unit to such an extent that the learner’s performance outcome is reported in accordance with the preferred approach; namely a percentile graded result, where required by the regulated environment; and

Demonstrate an appropriate level of employability skills; and

Conduct work observing the relevant Anti Discrimination legislation, regulations, policies and workplace procedures; and

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

Range of tools/equipment/materials/procedures/workplaces/other variables

Group No

The minimum number of items on which skill is to be demonstrated

Item List

A

All of the following:

Approvals/clearances

Access authorities

B

All of the following:

Development of LV switching schedule to enterprise requirements

C

All of the following

Planning of loading of network components, including standby generation.

Evaluate load parameters and effects on system, including paralleling and off-loading.

Identify unexpected sources of energisation, e.g. generators, UPS, solar, etc.

Implementing earthing procedures to reduce induced voltages.

Authorising issuance of work-permits.

D

At least one occasion:

Dealing with an unplanned event by drawing on essential knowledge and associated skills to provide appropriate solutions incorporated in the holistic assessment with the above listed items.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

9.3)

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 development of LV switching schedules.

In addition to the resources listed above, in Context of and specific resources for assessment, evidence should show demonstrated competency working at realistic heights above ground i.e. above 3 metres, in limited spaces, with different structural/construction types and method and in a variety of environments.

Method of assessment

9.4)

This Competency Standard Unit shall be assessed by methods given in Volume 1, Part 3 “Assessment Guidelines”.

Note:

Competent performance with inherent safe working practices is expected in the Industry to which this Competency Standard Unit applies. This requires that the specified essential knowledge and associated skills are assessed 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 associated skills described in this unit.

Concurrent assessment and relationship with other units

9.5)

For optimisation of training and assessment effort, competence in this unit may be assessed concurrently with the following units:

UETTDRIS48A Develop high voltage switching schedule

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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8) Essential Knowledge and Associated Skills (EKAS): This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Evidence shall show that knowledge has been acquired of developing LV switching schedule.

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

KS01-TIS49A Low voltage switching schedules

Evidence shall show an understanding of developing low voltage switching schedules to an extent indicated by the following aspects:

T1 Electrical equipment fundamentals used in the powerline industry encompassing:

Legislation, Standards, codes, legislation, supply authority regulations and specific enterprise regulations pertaining to the use and care of electrical equipment - HV and LV equipment

Characteristics, capabilities and application of powerline electrical equipment

Safety precautions with regards to using electrical equipment

Techniques in pre-use inspection on the serviceability of electrical equipment

Techniques in the general maintenance, and care and storage of electrical equipment

Identifying hazards, assessing and controlling risks associated with their the use of electrical equipment

T2 Installation of switchgear and associated equipment encompassing:

Types and function of various switchgear - isolators, air-break switches, gas-filled switches, vacuum type, links, fuses, oil disconnectors, fuse switches, circuit breakers, operating characteristics, advantages and disadvantages of different types switchgear, installation procedures, earthing, requirements and techniques

Types of equipment - transformers, reactors, regulators, capacitors, relays, surge arrestors, fault indicators and mobile generators

Installation procedures for switchgear and equipment - standards, codes, legislation, supply authority regulations and or enterprise requirements, assembly and erecting procedures, earthing requirements and techniques, pole mounted locations

Maintenance procedures for switchgear and equipment - diagnosing and rectifying faults according to electricity supply industry standards and procedures,

Testing and commissioning - electricity supply industry standards and procedures

T3 Low voltage switching principles encompassing:

Standards, codes, legislation, supply authority regulations and or enterprise requirements applicable to switching of low voltage to a given schedule

Requirements for the use of manuals, system diagrams/plans and drawings - types, characteristics and capabilities of electrical apparatus, use, characteristics and capabilities of specialised tools and testing equipment, LV network interconnectors source of possible backfeed

Low voltage switching techniques - identifying hazards, assessing and controlling risks associated with LV switching operations, electrical access permit(s), operational procedures, earthing procedures

Personnel protective equipment (PPE) for LV switching

T4 LV system switching principles including switching authorisation procedures encompassing:

Legislation, Standards, codes, legislation, supply authority regulations and or enterprise requirements applicable to system switching

Requirements for the use of manuals, system diagrams/plans and drawings

Types and characteristics of LV systems and equipment to be switched

Procedures for obtaining correct LV switching authorisation - identification of OHS hazards, assessing and controlling risks, safety procedures and precautions, safe approach distances, responsibilities and protocols, identifying switching resources, procedures for obtaining electrical access permits authorities, requirements for team switching, procedures for coordination of operations.

Techniques in LV system switching - isolation procedures and proving dead, earthing procedures, pre-switching checks, switching operational procedures, emergency fault procedures, energisation procedures

T5 Low voltage overhead and substation switching principles encompassing:

Legislation, Standards, codes, legislation, supply authority regulations and or enterprise requirements applicable to low voltage overhead and substation switching

Requirements for the use of manuals, system diagrams/plans and drawings - types, characteristics and capabilities of LV electrical equipment to be switched, use, characteristics and capabilities of specialised tools and testing equipment, role and responsibilities of the LV switching operator.

Operational forms, access authorities and hazard/risk assessments associated with HV switching - types of operational forms, access authorities and hazard/risk assessments, purpose and procedure for operational forms, access authorities and hazard/risk assessments.

Use and operation of equipment associated with LV overhead and substation equipment - test instruments, sticks, interrupters, arc stranglers.

LV switchgear – types, categories, application, operating capabilities

Operation of LV overhead switching or indicating devices - fuses; disconnect fuses; load switching; underslung links, air break switches; disconnects; live line clamps; phasing sticks; phasing tester.

Operation of protection systems and substation equipment - fault levels and settings; types and applications, protection systems and substation equipment fault levels and settings; types and applications.

Restrictions pertaining to LV switching equipment

Procedures for the isolation of LV distributions main and working earths

Earthing LV electrical apparatus practices and procedures for access authority issuing

Low voltage switching techniques

Operate switching apparatus - identifying hazards, assessing and controlling risks associated with LV switchgear operation, systematic and defensive techniques, mobile radio procedures, double isolation procedures.

T6 Preparation of a LV switching instruction encompassing:

Legislation, Standards, codes, legislation, supply authority regulations and or enterprise requirements applicable to switching sheet schedules

Requirements for the use of manuals, system diagrams/plans and drawings - types, characteristics and capabilities of LV electrical equipment to be switched, isolation points and earthing, responsibilities of the switching operator.

Techniques in writing switching schedules - sequence of switching operations, isolation procedures, earthing procedures, switching completion notification procedures.

T7 Enterprise specific — policy and procedure instructions encompassing:

Responsibilities and duty of care of employer and employee relationship

Methods of obtaining the up-to-date information on enterprise policy and procedures

Rules and regulations

Induction into workplace - location of work area and storage area, timetable, uniform, personal well-being, housekeeping rules, emergency procedures, evacuation procedures

Techniques when deal with others - working in teams, customer relation, complaint and issues procedures.

Overview of enterprise professional development - fire fighting procedures, fatigue management, training and competency development - understanding and promotion

T8 Enterprises specific — OHS instructions encompassing:

Standards, codes, legislation, supply authority regulations and specific enterprise regulations pertaining to the OHS policies and procedures

Methods of obtaining the up-to-date information on enterprise OHS policy and procedures

Specific enterprise personal protection equipment - type and application, where and when to be used, method of replacement, responsibility of maintenance including cleaning inspection and testing, emergency response, rescue, evacuation and First Aid procedures

Personal well-being – hygiene, fatigue/stress management, drugs/alcohol

OHS training - induction training, specific hazard training, specific task or equipment training, emergency and evacuation training, training as part of broader programs such as equipment operation

OHS records including audits, inspection reports, workplace health and environmental monitoring records, training and instruction records, manufacturers and suppliers information such as MSDSs, registers, maintenance reports, workers compensation and rehabilitation records and First Aid/medical records

T9 Enterprises specific — technical drawing and documents encompassing:

Types and application of enterprise specific drawings and documents - electrical and electronic drawings, mechanical drawings, project charts, schedules, graphs, technical manuals and catalogues

Instruction/worksheets sheets - types and application of enterprise specific symbols and diagrams

Title box - description of parts and version control

10) This relates to the unit of competency as a whole providing the range of contexts and conditions to which the Performance Criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect performance.

This Competency Standard Unit shall be demonstrated in relation to the development of a LV switching schedule and may include system diagram, system plant data and loading evaluation of network components.

The following constants and variables included in the element/Performance Criteria in this unit are fully described in the Definitions Section 1 of this volume and form an integral part of the Range Statement of this unit:

Appropriate and relevant persons (see Personnel)

Appropriate authorities

Assessing risk

Assessment

Authorisation

Documenting detail work events, record keeping and or storage of information

Drawings and specifications

Emergency

Environmental and sustainable energy procedures

Environmental legislation

Environmental management documentation

Established procedures

Hazards

Identifying hazards

Inspect

Legislation

Notification

OHS practices

OHS issues

Permits and/or permits to work

Personnel

Quality assurance systems

Requirements

Testing procedures

Work clearance systems

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Works schedule(s), including drawings, plans, requirements, established procedures, and material lists, are obtained, analysed, if necessary, by site inspection and the extent of the preparation of the work determined for planning and coordination. 
Work is prioritised and sequenced for the most efficient and effective outcome following consultation with others for completion within acceptable timeframes, to a quality standard and in accordance with established procedures. 
Relevant requirements and established procedures for the work are communicated to all personnel and identified for all work sites. 
Hazards are identified, OHS risks assessed and control measures are prioritised, implemented and monitored including emergency exits kept clear, to ensure safe systems of work are followed and according to established procedures. 
Relevant work permits are secured to coordinate the performance of work according to requirements and/or established procedures. 
Resources including personnel, equipment, tools and personal protective equipment required for the job are identified, scheduled and coordinated and confirmed in a safe and technical working order 
Clients/Customers are provided with possible solutions and/or options within the scope, acceptable cost and requirements. 
Personnel participating in the work, including plant operators and contractors, are fully briefed and respective responsibilities coordinated and authorised where applicable in accordance with established procedures. 
Liaison and communication issues with other/authorised personnel, authorities, clients and land owners are resolved and activities coordinated to carry out work. 
OHS and sustainable energy principles and practices to reduce the incidents of accidents and minimise waste are monitored and actioned in accordance with requirements and/or established procedures. 
Hazard warnings and safety signs are recognised and hazards and assessed OHS risks are reported to the immediate authorised persons for directions according to established procedures. 
Remedial actions are taken to overcome any shortfalls encountered in the work schedule according to requirements and/or established procedures. 
Development of LV switching schedules is carried out, in accordance with the work schedule and requirements and/or established procedures. 
Essential knowledge and associated skills are applied in the safe development of LV switching schedules to ensure completion in an agreed timeframe and, to quality standards with a minimum of waste according to requirements. 
Solutions to non-routine problems are identified and actioned using acquired essential knowledge and associated skills according to requirements. 
Ongoing checks of quality of the work are undertaken in accordance with requirements and established procedures to ensure a quality like outcome is achieved for the client/customer and to a community/industry standard. 
Work undertaken is checked against works schedule for conformance with requirements, anomalies reported and solutions identified in accordance with established procedures. 
Relevant work permit(s) are signed off and, plant is returned to service and advised to client/customer in accordance with requirements. 
Accidents and/or injuries are reported and followed up in accordance with requirements/established procedures. 
Works completion records, reports, as installed /modified drawing(s) and/or documentation and information are confirmed, processed and appropriate personnel notified. 

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