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Use asset inspection equipment

Use asset inspection equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
UETDRAI005
State Code
ODM67
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
20/09/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/12/2021
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
21/12/2021
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to use asset inspection equipment in the electricity supply industry (ESI).It includes selecting and using asset inspection equipment to identify the condition of above ground overhead assets.It also includes interpreting and recording information from asset inspection equipment. 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 use asset inspection equipment
  • 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 Tools, equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) required for are determined, obtained and confirmed in working order
  • 1.4 Hazards are identified, risks assessed and control measures identified and applied
  • 1.5 Work is prioritised and sequenced for completion in accordance with work plan and workplace requirements
  • 1.6 Liaison and communication with stakeholders is carried out in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 1.7 Worksite is prepared in accordance with the work plan and workplace requirements
  • 1.8 Traffic management plan is confirmed as being in place in accordance with workplace requirements
2 Use asset inspection equipment
  • 2.1 Legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and organisational workplace requirements for the work to be performed are applied and monitored
  • 2.2 Lifting, working at heights 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 Asset inspection equipment is used in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace requirements
  • 2.5 Incidents or unplanned events are responded to 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 Incidents or unplanned events are reported in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 3.3 Worksite is rehabilitated, cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 3.4 Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked and returned to storage in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 3.5 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
OBH84 UETTDREL17 Operate asset inspection machinery and equipment near live electrical apparatus Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHB9 UET20621 Certificate II in ESI - Asset Inspection and Testing Qualification