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Operate electrical systems

Operate electrical systems

Unit of competency
National Code
MARC042
State Code
OAB62
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
22/11/2024
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
06/12/2018
Field of Education
031701 - Maritime Engineering
Original Release Date
06/12/2018
Nominal Hours
15
Description
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare electrical systems and equipment for operation
  • 1.1 Risks to self, others and the environment are identified according to organisational procedures
  • 1.2 Pre-operational checks are carried out according to manufacturer specifications and organisational procedures
2 Operate electrical systems and equipment
  • 2.1 Electrical systems and equipment are operated according to manufacturer specifications, regulations and vessel procedures
  • 2.2 Performance of electrical equipment is monitored
  • 2.3 Alternating current (AC) electrical supply is monitored and changed to meet demand
  • 2.4 Operational faults are recognised and recorded, and corrective action is taken according to manufacturer specifications and fault-finding procedures
3 Connect and disconnect ship to shore electrical supply
  • 3.1 Checking vessel is positioned and secured for connecting to shore electrical supply
  • 3.2 Power cable is inspected and connected to shore supply
  • 3.3 Procedures for changing from vessel supply to shore supply are implemented following vessel procedures
  • 3.4 Electrical supply is monitored for correct operation according to vessel procedures
  • 3.5 Operational faults are recognised and recorded, and corrective action is taken according to vessel procedures
  • 3.6 Procedures for changing from shore supply to vessel supply are implemented following vessel procedures
  • 3.7 Power cable is disconnected, inspected and stored
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WH817 MARC010 Operate electrical systems Unit of competency