Prepare to work safely near electrical assets

1.1

Relevant state/territory safe work legislative requirements are identified

1.2

Unsafe distances (clearance zones, no go zones or exclusion zones) near low and high voltage power lines are confirmed and applied to safe work planning

1.3

Safe work practices and procedures are planned in accordance with state/territory regulatory requirements, codes of practice and workplace policies

1.4

Safe approach distances are identified and confirmed in accordance with state/territory legislation

1.5

Potential hazards are identified, risks are assessed and risk control options are prioritised and documented in accordance with workplace operating procedures and state/territory regulatory requirements

1.6

Incident response plans are developed in accordance with safe systems of work, job safety, environmental analysis, work method statements and state/territory regulatory requirements

Carry out work near electrical assets safely

2.1

Appropriate work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) principles and practices are applied

2.2

Identified hazards are monitored during work tasks

2.3

Changes to assessed risks are monitored

2.4

Risk control options are implemented, monitored and amended as necessary to ensure safe work operations

2.5

Potential risks and hazards are recorded and reported in accordance with workplace policies and state/territory regulatory requirements

2.6

Emergency procedures and incident response plans are appropriately prepared for all tasks and implemented if an emergency incident arises

2.7

All personnel on the specific task or job site are made aware of the location of emergency procedures and response plans

2.8

Content of emergency procedures and response plans is explained

Cease work near electrical assets when safety is compromised

3.1

Operation of vehicle is stopped immediately contact with electrical assets is made, in accordance with workplace policies and procedures and state/territory regulatory requirements

3.2

Nature of electrical event or potential threat is assessed and communicated to relevant personnel in accordance with workplace policies and procedures and regulatory requirements

3.3

Request for emergency services to be contacted is made in accordance with workplace policies and procedures

Evaluate additional potential threats

4.1

While remaining in the vehicle additional threats are evaluated and a suitable plan of action to address these additional threats is determined in accordance with workplace policies and procedures, and state/territory regulatory requirements

4.2

Location of fallen wires and other threats are determined and all parts of vehicle are treated as live and/or dangerous unless otherwise determined, in accordance with workplace policies and procedures, and state/territory regulatory requirements

4.3

People in close proximity are directed to stay clear until area is electrically safe and situation is resolved, in accordance with workplace policies and procedures, and state/territory regulatory requirements

4.4

Vehicle is exited according to workplace policies and procedures or as directed by emergency services personnel

Complete relevant documentation

5.1

Work schedules and authorisations including safe systems of work, job safety and environmental analysis, work method statements and work permits are documented in accordance with workplace procedures and state/territory regulatory requirements

5.2

Incident reports are recorded in accordance with workplace policies and procedures, and state/territory regulatory requirements

5.3

Relevant reports, records and data sheets are accurately recorded and lodged in accordance with workplace policies and procedures, and state/territory regulatory requirements

This section describes the knowledge and skills required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Correct use of equipment and any other processes and procedures appropriate for work tasks

Emergency procedures

Hazard identification process

Identification of electrical asset types

Job/role and related environment skills

Planning own work including predicting consequences and identifying improvements

Relevant company policies and procedures

Relevant legislation, regulations, codes of practice, standards, policies and procedures

Relevant workplace tasks, skills and knowledge including knowledge of safe approach distances (clearance zones, no go zones and exclusion zones) and reasons for being declared as such

Risk assessment processes and controls relevant to work site

Safe work methodologies and strategies

Safe work practices in relation to local areas of work

Required skills:

Communicate effectively verbally and in writing using a range of strategies:

ensure language used suits target audience

give and receive feedback

listen

question

Complete and maintain required documentation and records

Make recommendations for further risk mitigation

Maintain situational awareness

Plan and mange time effectively

Plan for and manage contingencies

Transfer and apply skills and knowledge to new contexts

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the Elements, Performance Criteria, Required Skills, Required Knowledge and include:

sequencing activities in a way that facilitates the development of competence

ensuring currency of relevant legislative and regulatory knowledge

developing effective planning, risk mitigation and problem-solving documents.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

Resources for assessment include access to:

workplace where individual or small group work can be conducted

tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry

relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on work activities

range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessments

appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace.

In both real (within safe means) and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.

Method of assessment

Practical assessment must occur in:

an appropriately simulated workplace environment and/or

a safe and appropriate range of situations in the workplace.

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate to this unit:

direct observation of the candidate individually or as part of a small group

direct observation of the candidate applying relevant WHS/OHS requirements and work practices.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Workplace may include:

industry/enterprise or other performance locations

internal or external to vehicle

standard operating and/or other workplace procedures

Electrical assets may include:

electrical power lines

power poles

satellite disks

telecommunications lines

transformers

transmitters

Appropriate personnel may include:

emergency services personnel including fire, police, state/territory emergency services, ambulance

first aid officers

fire wardens

representative government regulatory bodies

managers

team leaders/supervisors/technical experts

union/employee representatives

Training delivery methods and practise opportunities may include:

demonstrations

explanations

group work

on-the-job problem-solving and decision-making

peer mentoring

presentations

problem-solving videos and discussions

scenarios

combinations of the above

Participant needs may include:

age

cultural, language and educational background

language, literacy and numeracy needs

level of confidence and self-esteem

physical ability

previous learning, training, coaching, mentoring or assessment experience

work organisation or roster

Resources may include:

codes of practice

emergency services personnel

enterprise/industry standard operating procedures

guideline documents

materials and equipment

regulations

WHS/OHS and other workplace processes or documentation requirements

Strategies and techniques may include:

active listening

group discussion

points of clarification

targeted questioning