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Develop and validate high voltage distribution switching programs

Develop and validate high voltage distribution switching programs

Unit of competency
National Code
UETDRIS023
State Code
OED71
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 includes the skills and knowledge required to develop and validate high voltage (HV) switching programs in the electricity supply industry (ESI).It includes HV switching principles, interconnected and radial switching programs, and types, characteristics and capabilities of electrical apparatus.It also includes procedures for confirming, reviewing, and updating workplans, based on technical advice and data analysis, procedures for determining work permits, and writing HV switching programs for power outages.Note: Entry into this unit is for users who:hold the unit UETDREL005 Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus or equivalentandhold a UET Certificate III Qualification or the equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory,orhold an Electrician or Electrical Fitter licence or the equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory,or hold an Electrician or Electrical Fitter qualification or the equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory.In addition, Electricians or Electrical Fitters must have completed the unit UETDRIS032 Solve problems in network equipment or equivalent to meet the requirements of working within the electricity supply industry (ESI).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 develop and validate HV distribution switching programs
  • 1.1 Purpose for the HV switching program is determined in accordance with the work plan, schedules and workplace requirements
  • 1.2 Work is prioritised and sequenced for completion in accordance with work plan and workplace requirements
  • 1.3 Hazards are identified, risks assessed, and control measures identified and applied
  • 1.4 Work plan is developed, validated and communicated with stakeholdersin accordance with workplace requirements
  • 1.5 Operational personnel and equipment required for work are determined in accordance with work plan and workplace requirements
  • 1.6 Work permits are determined in accordance with workplace requirements
2 Develop and validate HV distribution switching programs
  • 2.1 HV switching programs are developed and validated in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 2.2 Work plan is checked for compliance against technical advice, legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice
  • 2.3 Health and safety risks are identified and minimised or eliminated by using safety and control measures
  • 2.4 HV switching programs are verified and approved in accordance with workplace requirements
3 Complete work and documentation
  • 3.1 Completed work is checked for compliance against the work plan and workplace requirements
  • 3.2 Work records, reports and documentation are completed, and appropriate personnel notified in accordance with workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
ODN15 UETDRIS003 Develop high voltage switching schedule Unit of competency