This course is designed to train individuals who are required to hold a current certificate to operate plant and equipment near live electrical conductors.
This course has been tailored based on industry best-practice and to be in accordance with the relevant standards and legislations.
The course will be delivered by an experienced industry professional, bringing a depth of knowledge and experience to the learner.
In this course, learners will develop the skills and knowledge required to:
- apply national standards and corporate procedures to practical work environments
- operate plant and equipment safely in the vicinity of live LV electrical apparatus
- Duration
- 1 day
- Location
- This training can be delivered:
• At one of Thomson Bridge's approved training facilities - Cost
- Contact our Office for details on 1300 15 66 85 or email us on admin.au@relyon.com.
Who should attend
The target learners for this course are employees that often operate mobile plant or other equipment near live LV electrical apparatus. This includes employees of network asset owners, contractors and sub-contractors in electricity Generation, Transmission and Distribution.
Those who work on the network must maintain currency of skills and competency in a range of safety and technical competencies. Relevant safety related training programs are often mandated by regulation or industry agreements and documented in state codes of practice.
Most learners will be licensed and trade qualified or hold a Certificate in a related technical discipline. In addition to trade qualifications, the learner groups will have completed a range of electrical and plant safety related training programs related to the roles they hold. Due to the significant safety risks in the industry these employees work within highly proceduralised workplaces with mature workplace safety systems.
Workers in the industry are required to regularly complete workplace safety risk assessment and work planning documentation, and therefore bring a solid foundational understanding of risk assessment and workplace safety documentation concepts and practices to the program.
Course aim
The course is designed to provide the learner with the knowledge and skills to enable them to safely operate plant and equipment near live LV apparatus.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, a learner will have developed an understanding of the following:
- the legislative framework that governs work activities on their site
- relevant regulations and Enterprise procedures
- hazards associated with the generating equipment and balance of plant
- the permit and work process required when operating plant and other equipment in a work site
Learning activities
Delivery includes:
- Trainer led classroom presentations
- Theory assessment
- Practical excercise
Units of competency
| Code | Unit |
|---|---|
| UETDREL004 | Operate plant and equipment in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus |
Entry requirements
To participate in this course, learners are required have completed:
- UEECD0007 Apply work health hand safety regulations, code and practices in the workplace (or equivalent)
and also must:
- be literate in spoken English and competent in reading, writing, and numeracy.
- be sufficiently fit to participate.
Language, literacy and numeracy
All students completing training with Thomson Bridge must have sufficient language, literacy and numeracy skills to undertake training and assessment. All training is delivered in English, requiring the ability to read, write and answer verbal question. Basic numeracy skills are required which vary with each course.
Prior to the commencement of training, the trainer will assess language, literacy and numeracy levels, and will provide support as required.
Equipment and PPE
Learners are required to have the following to participate in this course:
- Personal Protective Equipment (e.g. Hard Hat, Safety Footwear, Approved Hi-Vis Clothing, Safety Glasses)
- Stationary (e.g. Pen, Pencil, etc.)
Training equipment
For certain parts of this course, the following equipment are required and will be prepared for the participants to use:
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- Electronic CPR Manikin
- Mobile Plant
- DRSABCD wallet reference card
- LV Rescue Kit
Course materials
The following will be provided to learners to complete the course:
- Course notes: Slide handouts
- Assessment workbook
Licensing and regulatory information
The application of the skills and knowledge described in this unit may require a licence/registration to practice in the workplace subject to regulations for undertaking of electrical work.
Other conditions may apply under state and territory legislative and regulatory licencing requirements which must be confirmed prior to commencing this unit.
Specific licensing/regulatory requirements relating to this competency, including requirements for refresher training should be obtained from the relevant national/state/territory Work Health and Safety Regulatory Authorities.
Additional information
Before enrolling, participants are expected to download and read the Student Handbook to gain a comprehensive understanding of training with Thomson Bridge including the following policies and procedures:
- Privacy
- Harassment, discrimination and bullying
- Safety
- Enrolment
- Participant support
- Course delivery
- Appeals, complaints and grievances
- Cancellations
- Contacts
