Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the isolation and accessing of plant in resources and infrastructure industries. It includes: determining plant isolations, isolating plant, completing permit-to-work form, and returning plant to service.
Application of the Unit
This unit is appropriate for those working in operational, service or maintenance roles on fixed or mobile mechanical plant and equipment, at worksites within:
- Civil construction
- Coal mining
- Drilling
- Extractive industries
- Metalliferous mining
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Determine plant isolations |
1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the isolation and accessing of plant 1.2. Identify, record and confirm item(s) of plant , and work to be carried out 1.3. Correctly apply permit procedure (written or oral) according to site procedures 1.4. Identify hazards and risks to personal wellbeing and identify and implement preventive strategies 1.5. Obtain permit clearance in accordance with site procedures before work is commenced |
2. Isolate plant |
2.1. Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to commencing and during isolation activities 2.2. Establish and maintain a safe working area in accordance with site safety procedures 2.3. Carry out isolation of all required energy sources and immobilisation of potential energy sources in accordance with site permit procedure and safety requirements 2.4. Place locks and tags on isolation devices in accordance with the type of permit procedure 2.5. Identify and act on or report breaches in permit procedure safety to authorised personnel in accordance with site procedures |
3. Complete permit-to-work form |
3.1. Prepare statement of isolations according to site and/or permit procedures 3.2. Complete sign-on and sign-off requirements according to site procedures 3.3. Carry out hand-over of plant and equipment in accordance with site procedures |
4. Return plant to service |
4.1. Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to commencing and during de-isolation activities 4.2. Receive confirmation that work has been completed and is ready for return to service 4.3. Check designated work to be completed in accordance with work/site contract and/or site procedure 4.4. Remove locks and tags from isolation devices according to site permit or work procedures 4.5. Restore energy sources according to site procedures 4.6. Identify and correct or report situations, which may endanger individuals or workers 4.7. Confirm all permits are cancelled before plant is brought back into operation |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
Specific skills are required to achieve the performance criteria in this unit, particularly for the application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be applied. This includes the ability to carry out the following as required to isolate and access plant:
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Required knowledge |
Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly its application in a variety of circumstances in which the unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to isolate and access plant: high and low voltage distribution and switching systems
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Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
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Method of assessment |
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues. |
Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Relevant compliance documentation may include: |
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Plant may include: |
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Permits may include: |
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Hazards may include: |
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Preventive strategies may include: |
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Coordination may be required with: |
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Safety procedures and practices may be contained in: |
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Immobilisation of potential energy source may include: |
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Safety requirements may also include: |
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Tagging may be: |
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Authorisation of personnel may vary between sites and may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Service and Maintenance
Competency field
Refer to Unit Sector(s).
Co-requisite units
Not applicable.