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Overhaul and repair major switchgear and control gear

Overhaul and repair major switchgear and control gear

Unit of competency
National Code
UEEEL0055
State Code
OBY62
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/10/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/07/2021
Field of Education
031313 - Electrical Fitting, Electrical Mechanics
Original Release Date
12/07/2021
Nominal Hours
54
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to overhaul and repair switchgear and control gear rated in excess of 20 kiloamps (kA).It includes planning and documenting the scope of service work required, arranging for the overhaul and repair to be carried out, verifying compliance of overhauled/repaired switchgear/control gear and completing the necessary service documentation.The skills and knowledge described in this unit require a licence or permit to practice in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 volt (V) alternating current (a.c.) or 120 V direct current (d.c.). Competency development activities in this unit are subject to regulations directly related to licensing. Where a licence or permit to practice is not held, a relevant contract of training, such as an Australian Apprenticeship, may be required. Additional and/or other conditions may apply in some jurisdictions subject to regulations related to electrical work. Practice in the workplace and during training is also subject to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for overhaul/repair of switchgear/control gear
  • 1.1 WHS/OHS processes and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified and applied
  • 1.2 Existing WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures in preparation for work are followed
  • 1.3 Safety hazards that have not previously been identified are noted on job safety assessments, risks assessed and risk control measures implemented
  • 1.4 Workplace instructions on the scope of overhaul and/or repair work are received and expected outcomes of work discussed with appropriate person/s
  • 1.5 Appropriate person/s is consulted to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with others involved on the worksite
  • 1.6 Switchgear/control gear service and repair documentation is read and applied
  • 1.7 Sources of materials required for work are determined in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.8 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed for work are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked for correct operation and safety
2 Overhaul switchgear/control gear
  • 2.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out repair work are followed
  • 2.2 Need to inspect, test or measure live electrical work is determined in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Circuits/machines/plant are checked and isolated in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Switchgear and control gear are dismantled, parts tagged and stored to prevent loss or damage
  • 2.5 Serviceability of switchgear/control gear components is determined by measurement tests and inspections and results recorded in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.6 Materials/replacement parts required to complete repair work are sourced and obtained in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.7 Repairs are inspected and tested in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.8 Overhaul/repair specifications and work instructions are documented in accordance with workplace procedures
3 Document overhaul/repair work
  • 3.1 WHS/OHS work completion risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed
  • 3.2 Reusable, faulty or worn components are tagged and despatched for repair in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Repair work is documented in accordance with workplace requirements, stating whether the switchgear/control gear complies with the overhaul specifications and relevant industry standards
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WC487 UEENEEG129A Overhaul and repair major switchgear and controlgear Unit of competency