This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to assemble, mount and connect control gear and switchgear, including the interconnections within a switchboard enclosure intended to operate at voltages up to 1,000 volts (V) alternating current (a.c.) or 1,500 V direct current (d.c.).

It includes working safely; following standards, specifications and component manufacturer requirements; matching equipment with that specified; terminating cables; connecting wiring and completing necessary documentation.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Plan to assemble, mount and connect control gear and switchgear

1.1

Switchgear and control gear assembly installation is determined and planned in accordance with job specifications, wiring and schematic diagrams

1.2

Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified and applied

1.3

Work instructions, including layout and wiring diagrams, are applied in accordance with workplace procedures

1.4

Advice is sought from supervisor to ensure work is coordinated effectively with relevant person/s

1.5

Materials required for the control gear and switchgear installation work are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures

1.6

Tools, equipment and measuring devices required to carry out work are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety

2

Assemble, mount and connect control gear and switchgear

2.1

Switchgear and control gear assembly hazards are identified, risks assessed and control measures are implemented in accordance with workplace procedures

2.2

Circuits are checked and isolated in accordance with WHS/OHS workplace requirements and procedures

2.3

Component layout is in accordance with job specifications, wiring and schematic diagrams

2.4

Switchgear/control gear is fitted in accordance with work instructions, industry standards, manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

2.5

Interconnections are made in accordance with work instructions, industry standards and workplace procedures

2.6

Regular quality checks are carried out in accordance with workplace procedures

2.7

Completed switchboard function is tested in accordance with workplace procedures, industry standards and manufacturer specifications

2.8

Labelling and numbering cable are undertaken in accordance with industry standards, wiring and schematic diagrams

2.9

Unplanned events are referred to supervisor for directions in accordance with workplace procedures

2.10

Assembly work is carried out without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or services and using sustainable energy practices

3

Finalise and inspect assembled control gear and switchgear installation

3.1

Assembled switchboard panel is visually inspected and checked against work instructions, industry standards and manufacturer specifications in accordance with workplace procedures

3.2

Problem-solving techniques are used where corrective actions to assembled components are required in accordance with regulatory requirements and industry standards

3.3

Work completion is documented and relevant person/s notified in accordance with workplace procedures

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions on at least two separate occasions and include:

applying labelling and numbering to cables and using terminal numbering in accordance with relevant industry standards and workplace procedures

applying relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and workplace procedures and practices, including:

hazards associated with switchgear and control gear assembly and installation

using risk control measures

applying sustainable energy principles and practices

assembling, mounting and connecting control gear and switchgear, including:

checking circuits are isolated

making connection without damaging switchgear/control

making interconnections

mounting and wiring switchgear and control gear

selecting and placing switchgear and control gear in accordance with industry standards, wiring and schematic diagrams

checking tools, equipment and testing devices for correct operation and safety

completing workplace documentation

dealing with unplanned events in accordance with workplace procedures in a manner that minimises risk to personnel and equipment

inspecting and checking installation of assembled control gear and switchgear

using problem-solving techniques when determining the nature of a fault in accordance with workplace procedures.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions and include knowledge of:

assembly instructions, including industry standards, wiring and schematic diagrams

cable labelling and numbering, including:

cable labelling/identification

component labelling/identification

use of terminal strips to assist fault finding

choice of switchgear and control gear, including:

current ratings

overload and fuse settings

voltage ratings

other considerations, including:

earthing

size of power and control circuit conductors

equipment layout methods and accessories

component layout, including:

interconnecting plugs and sockets

placement/layout of control circuit devices and components

placement/layout of power circuit devices and components

segregation of cables at different voltages

wiring and schematic diagrams

equipment layout, methods and accessories

problem-solving techniques including quality checks

relevant electrical and WHS/OHS regulations and legislation requirements

relevant manufacturer specifications

relevant workplace documentation

relevant workplace policies and procedures

risk mitigation processes include safety issues associated with switchgear and control gear assembly and installation

sustainable energy principles and practices

switchgear and control gear mounting and wiring techniques, including switchboard testing

techniques to check if circuits are isolated

tools, equipment and measuring devices

types of switchgear and other equipment, including:

air-break

bus bars and cleats

bus ties

circuit breakers

contactors

fuses

interlock devices

load break switches

motor starters

oil type

relays

switch fuses

transformers

variable speed drives (VSDs).

Assessors must hold credentials specified within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence and all regulatory requirements included within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations where it is appropriate to do so; where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that replicate workplace conditions.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulations

relevant and appropriate materials, tools, equipment (including control panels) and personal protective equipment (PPE) currently used in industry

applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, industry standards, equipment specifications, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.

Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Non-essential conditions may be found in the UEE Electrotechnology Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

Assembling at least two different control panels must include:

general supply main switches

multiple supplies

safety services

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