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Joint, terminate and maintain underground polymeric cable 33kV and above

Joint, terminate and maintain underground polymeric cable 33kV and above

Unit of competency
National Code
UETDRDU021
State Code
OED55
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/10/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/02/2023
Field of Education
031311 - Powerline Installation And Maintenance
Original Release Date
17/02/2023
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to joint, terminate and maintain underground polymeric cable 33 kilovolt (kV) and above, in the electricity supply industry (ESI).It includes jointing, terminating and the testing of polymeric cables 33kV and above using a range of tools, equipment, specialised materials and manufacturer's instructions.Note: Those holding an existing Certificate III ESI qualification in cable jointing, distribution underground or equivalent meet the prerequisite unit requirements.The application of the skills and knowledge described in this unit may require a licence/registration to practice in the workplace.Other conditions may also apply under state and territory legislative and regulatory licensing requirements which must be confirmed prior to commencing this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to joint, terminate and maintain underground polymeric cable
  • 1.1 Legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and organisational workplace requirements for the work to be performed are referred to and confirmed
  • 1.2 Work plan is obtained and confirmed in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 1.3 Materials required for work are determined and obtained in accordance with work plan and workplace requirements
  • 1.4 Tools, equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) required for work are determined, obtained and confirmed in working order
  • 1.5 Hazards are identified, risks assessed and control measures identified and applied
  • 1.6 Work is prioritised and sequenced for completion in accordance with work plan and workplace requirements
  • 1.7 Worksite is prepared in accordance with the work plan and workplace requirements
2 Joint and terminate underground polymeric cable
  • 2.1 Legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and organisational workplace requirements for the work to be performed are applied and monitored
  • 2.2 Manual handling, working in confined spaces and the use of tools, equipment and PPE are carried out in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 2.3 Hazard control measures are monitored in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 2.4 Cable is tested before jointing or terminating in accordance with the work plan and workplace requirements
  • 2.5 Cable is prepared for jointing or terminating in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and workplace requirements
  • 2.6 Cable is jointed or terminated in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and workplace requirements
  • 2.7 Cable is tested after joining or terminating in accordance with the work plan and workplace requirements
  • 2.8 Quality checks of work are undertaken in accordance with work plan and workplace requirements
3 Maintain underground polymeric cable
  • 3.1 Legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and organisational workplace requirements for the work to be performed are applied and monitored
  • 3.2 Manual handling working in confined spaces and the use of tools, equipment and PPE are followed in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 3.3 Hazard control measures are monitored in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 3.4 Cable is identified and spiked or cut in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 3.5 Work permits are received and signed in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 3.6 Cable is tested in accordance with the work plan and workplace requirements
  • 3.7 Cable is prepared for maintenance in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and workplace requirements
  • 3.8 Cable is maintained in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and workplace requirements
  • 3.9 Work permits are signed off in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 3.10 Cable, cable joint and termination are tested in accordance with the work plan and workplace requirements
  • 3.11 Quality checks of work are undertaken in accordance with work plan and workplace procedures
4 Complete work and documentation
  • 4.1 Completed work is checked for compliance against the work plan and workplace requirements
  • 4.2 Worksite is rehabilitated, cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 4.3 Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked and returned to storage in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 4.4 Surplus materials are returned to storage or disposed of in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 4.5 Work records, reports and documentation are completed in accordance with workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
ODM93 UETDRDU006 Install and maintain polymeric specialised underground cables Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHY3 UET40422 Certificate IV in ESI - Network Systems Qualification