UEEEL0012 — Install low voltage wiring, appliances, switchgear and associated accessories

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54 assessable components: 4 elements (27 performance criteria), 17 performance evidence and 10 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Prepare to install low voltage (LV) wiring, appliances, switchgear and associated accessories

1.1Nature and location of work is determined from workplace documentation, drawings or relevant person/s to determine the scope of work
1.2WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures are applied
1.3Risks are identified and control measures implemented in accordance with workplace procedures
1.4Need to test or measure live work is determined in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and conducted in accordance with workplace safety procedures
1.5Circuits/machines/plant are checked as being isolated, where necessary, in strict accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and procedures.
1.6Installation of wiring, appliances, switchgear, control gear and associated accessories is planned and appropriately sequenced in consultation with relevant person/s
1.7Locations of appliances, switchgear, accessories and cable routes are planned within the constraints of building structure, other services, specifications and regulatory requirements
1.8Material required for installation work is obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked against job specifications
1.9Tools, equipment and measuring devices required for the installation and work environment are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked for correct operation and safety
1.10Preparatory work is inspected and checked to ensure no damage has occurred and compliance with job specifications

2 Install LV wiring and associated accessories

2.1Wiring and accessories are installed and terminated to comply with technical standards and job specifications and requirements
2.2Accessories are installed straight and square in the required locations and within acceptable tolerances
2.3Cables and conductors are terminated at accessories in accordance with manufacturer specifications and regulatory requirements
2.4Ongoing compliance and safety inspection of installed wiring systems and testing of installed circuits is undertaken
2.5Defects revealed through on-going compliance and safety inspection and tests are rectified
2.6Cable installation and termination is carried out efficiently without unnecessary waste of materials or damage to apparatus, circuits, the surrounding environment using sustainable energy practices
2.7Unexpected situations are dealt with safely and with the approval of an authorised person

3 Install and connect LV appliances, switchgear and associated accessories

3.1Appliances, switchgear and accessories are installed to comply with technical standards and job specifications and requirements with sufficient access to affect terminations, adjustment and maintenance
3.2Accessories are installed straight and square in the required locations and within acceptable tolerances
3.3Wiring is terminated at appliances, switchgear and accessories in accordance with manufacturer specifications and functional and regulatory requirements
3.4Ongoing compliance and safety inspections of the installed appliances, switchgear and accessories are undertaken
3.5Defects revealed through on-going compliance and safety inspection are rectified
3.6Installation is carried out efficiently without unnecessary waste of materials or damage to apparatus, circuits, the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy principles
3.7Unexpected situations are dealt with safely and with the approval of an authorised person

4 Complete work and document activities

4.1WHS/OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are followed
4.2Worksite is cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures
4.3'As-installed' cables/wiring, appliances, switchgear and accessories are documented and an appropriate person/s notified in accordance with workplace procedures

Performance evidence

reading and interpreting drawings and schedules related to cable layouts, apparatus locations and circuit connections
planning cable routes and installation of appliances, switchgear and accessories and obtaining installation materials
identifying underground services
selecting underground consumers mains in accordance with AS/NZS 3000 and local supply authority requirements
sequencing the installation effectively with other relevant people
installing and terminating consumer mains for connection via overhead terminals and underground
installing of conduit, cable ladder/tray
installing wiring systems for low voltage (LV) circuits
routing, placing and securing cables in accordance with industry standards
installing LV electrical apparatus and associated equipment
selecting equipment suitable for installation in given damp situations
placing and securing appliances, switchgear and accessories accurately in their planned location
terminating cables and conductors, including aerial types in accordance with industry standards
terminating subcircuit cabling at switchboards and connecting components including: correct interconnection between switchgear, protection devices and links’ use of adequately sized cables correct marking of equipment clear identification of circuit neutral conductors
terminating and connecting appliances, switchgear and accessories in accordance with industry standards
conducting safety inspection, testing and documentation of installed circuits, including verification of earth continuity, insulation resistance, polarity, circuit connections and protection arrangements
maintaining fire integrity.

Knowledge evidence

standards, codes and requirements applicable to the installation of wiring systems and electrical equipment, including: - cables and methods of mechanical protection and support - techniques for protection against and from other services - identifying prohibited cable locations - identifying systems with alternate supplies - building codes affecting the installation of cables and current-using carrying equipment and accessories in buildings, structures and premises, including limitation on penetration of structural elements, maintenance of fire protection integrity, requirements for emergency/safety services and wiring above suspected ceilings - issues affecting electrical installations in heritage buildings and premises (limitation on penetration of structural and finished elements, accessing cable routes, types and colour of exposed accessories) - techniques for protection against thermal effects - required and permitted locations of current-using equipment and accessories - control, switching, overcurrent and residual current device (RCD) protection - equipotential bonding in accordance with AS/NZS 3000 and local supply authority requirements - sizing of wiring enclosures based on space factor recommendations of AS/NZS 3000 Wiring Rules
techniques for installing cables and wiring systems, including: - typical cable routes through buildings, structures and premises - application of wiring accessories - drawing-in, placing and fixing of cables - cable and conductor terminations - methods of maintaining fire rating integrity - techniques for inspecting and testing installed and terminated cables to ensure they comply with continuity and insulation resistance and are safe to connect to the supply
connection of electrical equipment and terminal configuration for connection of phase, neutral and protective earthing conductors for the following types of equipment: - heating - lighting and smoke detectors - motors - transformers - switchgear and accessories pendant socket outlets - appliances.
termination of subcircuit cabling at switchboards and connection to components including: - correct interconnection between switchgear, protection devices and links’ - correct preparation for fitting and connection of local supply authority equipment - use of adequately sized cables - correct marking of equipment - clear identification of circuit neutral conductors - correct polarity - safe removal of equipment and termination of unused cable
varied and additional standards and requirements for special situations, including: - patient treatment areas - marinas and boats at LV - transportable structures and vehicles and their site supplies - shows and carnivals - systems with alternate supplies
methods for the installation, modification and testing of electrical installations and equipment for construction and demolition sites, complying with AS/NZS 3012 and applicable workplace safety legislation including: - supply requirements - switchboards for the purpose of construction and demolition - protection of circuits - construction wiring - lighting - socket outlets - circuits for lifts - calibration of instruments - inspection and testing methods - initial and periodic inspection and testing
identifying hazardous areas, including: - additional training required to work competently with electrical equipment for hazardous areas - nature of areas classified as a hazardous area - responsibility for classifying a hazardous area - awareness of standards called up by the Wiring Rules for selection, installation, inspection and maintenance of electrical equipment and installations in hazardous areas - AS/NZS 3000 requirements for hazardous areas
requirements for the installation of cables and accessories in damp situations and extra-low voltage (ELV) installations, including: - restricted zones around baths, showers, fixed water containers, pools, sauna heaters and fountains/water features for given installations - techniques for selecting equipment suitable for installation in given damp situations - voltage range that defines ELV - use of RCDs for damp situations - separated extra-low voltage (SELV) system and a protected extra-low voltage (PELV) system - AS/NZS 3000 Electrical installations (known as the Australian/New Zealand Wiring Rules) requirements for selecting ELV systems and devices for a range of installations and conditions - equipotential bonding in showers, bathrooms, swimming and spa pools
installation of aerial conductors and underground wiring including: - AS/NZS 3000 requirements - types and application of aerial conductors - aerial span limitations and required clearances - selection of aerial supporting poles/post and struts for a given application - use and requirements of catenary support systems - acceptable cable types and protection for underground wiring categories - underground wiring depth and protection - underground wiring clearances from other services - techniques for termination of aerial cables - techniques for testing of installed cables in compliance with Australian Standards - install unprotected consumer’s mains to reduce the risk of short-circuit to a minimum
hazards and safety requirements related to equipment incorporating electronic components used in electrical systems.

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