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UETDRMP007

Perform rescue from a live low voltage panel

Initial:

4 hours

Refresher:

4 hours

Cost

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Description

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to perform a rescue from live low voltage (LV) electrical apparatus in an electricity supply industry (ESI) environment. This does not include overhead lines and underground cables. It includes the organisational workplace requirements for the inspection and use of live LV panel rescue equipment, and how it applies to ESI workers to meet work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS), mobility and mutual aid requirements

Prerequisites

HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation and UEECD0007 – Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace or UETDREL006 – Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus as a non-electrical worker
Note: Those holding an existing ESI or Electrotechnology qualification or equivalent meet the prerequisite unit requirements.

Course aim

On completion, learners will be able to prepare to perform, carry out and complete LV panel rescue procedure.

Target learner group

Persons who are required to work near live low voltage panels.

Learning activities

Delivery mode

  • Face-to-face led training
  • Theory assessment

Learning outcomes

After successfully completing this unit, a learner should be able to:

  • Identify organisational rescue requirements
  • Identify hazards, assess risks and apply control measures
  • Identify the isolation point
  • Obtain and inspect rescue equipment
  • Fit rescue personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Perform a rescue from a live low voltage (LV) panel in accordance with workplace requirements.

Assessment approach

Learners are assessed using the following methods

  • Theory and written assessments.
  • Direct observation and practical assessment.

Course entry requirements

Learners in this course are required:

  • To have basic literacy and numeracy skills so learners can understand the theory and assessments.
  • Hold the current certification in the required prerequisites.
  • Be sufficiently fit to participate in training.

Accreditation status

Nationally recognised training.

On successful completion of this course, learners will receive a statement of attainment.

Equipment & PPE

Learners are required to have the following Personal Protective Equipment: Safety helmet, safety footwear, high-visibility clothing, safety glasses and insulated gloves.

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