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In Pre-requisites, edit code to reflect correct unit title UEENEEE107A Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications |
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In Pre-requisites, edit name to reflect correct unit title UEENEEE102A Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components |
Unit Descriptor
Unit Descriptor |
1 ) 1 .1 ) Descriptor |
This unit covers the termination of cables and cords and their conductors at accessories and current-using devices designed to operate at voltages up to 1,000 V a.c. or 1,500 V d.c. It encompasses working safely and to standards, understanding wiring system and cable types and applications, selecting appropriate termination accessories, preparing and terminating cables and cords, terminating cables/cord conductors and ensuring completed termination complies with requirements. |
Application of the Unit
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
1 .2 ) License to practice |
During Training : Competency development activities are subject to regulations directly related to licensing, occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships. In the workplace : The application of the skills and knowledge described in this unit require a license to practice in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical equipment or installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 V a.c. or 120 V d.c. Other conditions may apply under State and Territory legislative and regulatory requirements. |
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite Unit (s ) |
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2 .1 ) Competencies |
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Granting competency in this unit shall be made only after competency in the following unit(s) has/have been confirmed. |
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UEENEEE101A |
Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace |
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UEENEEE102A |
Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components |
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UEENEEE105A |
Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment |
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UEENEEE107A |
Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications |
Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
3 ) This unit contains Employability Skills The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of Employability Skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit of competency is packaged will assist in identifying Employability Skill requirements. |
Application of the Unit |
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4 .1 ) General Application This unit applies to competency development entry-level employment based programs incorporated in approved contracts of training. 4 .2 ) Importation RTOs wishing to import this unit into any qualification under the flexibility provisions of NQC Training Package Policy |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
6 ) Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency |
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the Element. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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Prepare to terminate cables, cords and conductors |
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OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and understood. |
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Health and safety risks are identified and established risk control measures and procedures in preparation for the work are followed. |
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Safety hazards that have not previously been identified are noted and established risk control measures are implemented. |
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The junction box/ terminal enclosures and terminal types are inspected to select the type and size of cable and conductor termination devices needed. |
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Tools, materials and testing devices needed to for terminating cables and cords are obtained in accordance with established procedures and checked for correct operation and safety. |
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Terminate cables, cords and conductors |
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OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed. |
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Circuits/machines/plant are checked as being isolated where necessary in strict accordance OHS requirements and procedures. |
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Cable/cord ends are cut and sheath/insulation stripped with sufficient length to prevent stain on terminations and without undue waste. |
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Cable glands/retaining devices are fitted and secured to ensure cable/cord cannot be pulled out of entry into junction box/ terminal enclosure |
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Conductors are prepared to suit the type of terminal at which there are to be connected. |
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Conductors are terminated to ensure continuity across the terminal. |
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Established methods for dealing with unexpected situations are discussed with appropriate person or persons and documented. |
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Unexpected situations are dealt with safely and with the approval of an authorised person. |
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Test terminated cables and cords |
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OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are followed. |
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Terminated cables are tested to ensure continuity and insulation resistance comply with requirements. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
7) This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Evidence shall show that knowledge has been acquired of safe working practices and terminating cables, cords and accessories for low voltage circuits. The knowledge and skills shall be contextualised to current industry standards, technologies and practices. KS01-EG106A Wiring systems types, application and terminations Evidence shall show an understanding of wiring systems types, application and terminations to an extent indicated by the following aspects: T1 Cable types and terminations encompassing:
T2 Cords, cables and plugs encompassing:
T3 Flat TPS wiring systems encompassing:
T4 Circular TPS wiring systems encompassing:
T5 Thermoplastic insulated cables in non-metallic enclosures encompassing:
T6 Thermoplastic insulated cables in metallic enclosures encompassing:
T7 Fire protection cabling and systems encompassing:
T8 Steel wire armoured (SWA) cables encompassing:
T9 Trailing cables and catenary systems encompassing:
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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9 ) The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package. The Evidence Guide forms an integral part of this unit. It must be used in conjunction with all parts of this unit and performed in accordance with the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package. |
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Overview of Assessment |
9 .1 ) Longitudinal competency development approaches to assessment, such as Profiling, require data to be reliably gathered in a form that can be consistently interpreted over time. This approach is best utilised in Apprenticeship programs and reduces assessment intervention. It is the Industry's preferred model for apprenticeships. However, where summative (or final) assessment is used it is to include the application of the competency in the normal work environment or, at a minimum, the application of the competency in a realistically simulated work environment. It is recognised that, in some circumstances, assessment in part or full can occur outside the workplace. However, it must be in accordance with industry and regulatory policy. Methods chosen for a particular assessment will be influenced by various factors. These include the extent of the assessment, the most effective locations for the assessment activities to take place, access to physical resources, additional safety measures that may be required and the critical nature of the competencies being assessed. The critical safety nature of working with electricity, electrical equipment, gas or any other hazardous substance/material carries risk in deeming a person competent. Sources of evidence need to be 'rich' in nature to minimise error in judgment. Activities associated with normal every day work have a bearing on the decision as to how much and how detailed the data gathered will contribute to its 'richness'. Some skills are more critical to safety and operational requirements while the same skills may be more or less frequently practised. These points are raised for the assessors to consider when choosing an assessment method and developing assessment instruments. Sample assessment instruments are included for Assessors in the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package. |
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Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
9 .2 ) Before the critical aspects of evidence are considered all prerequisites shall be met. |
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Evidence for competence in this unit shall be considered holistically. Each element and associated performance criteria shall be demonstrated on at least two occasions in accordance with the 'Assessment Guidelines - UEE07'. Evidence shall also comprise:
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Selecting appropriate cable/cord and conductor devices |
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Cutting cable ends and stripping sheath/insulation to a sufficient length |
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Fitting and securing cable glands/retaining devices correctly |
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Preparing and terminating conducts to suit the type of terminal at which there are to be connected. |
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Testing completed cables to ensure compliant continuity and insulation resistance |
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Dealing with unplanned events |
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
9 .3 ) This unit should be assessed as it relates to normal work practice using procedures, information and resources typical of a workplace. This should include:
These should be part of the formal learning/assessment environment. Note: Where simulation is considered a suitable strategy for assessment, conditions must be authentic and as far as possible reproduce and replicate the workplace and be consistent with the approved industry simulation policy. |
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The resources used for assessment should reflect current industry practices in relation to installing wiring and accessories for low voltage circuits. |
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Method of assessment |
9 .4 ) This unit shall be assessed by methods given in Volume 1, Part 3 'Assessment Guidelines'. Note: |
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Concurrent assessment and relationship with other units |
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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8 ) This relates to the unit as a whole providing the range of contexts and conditions to which the performance criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect performance. |
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This unit shall be demonstrated by terminating at least five different types of cables each at a junction box and a device terminal enclosure. |
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Cable types with copper conductors :
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AND Terminate their conductors at each of the follow |
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Terminal types
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Generic terms used throughout this Vocational Standard shall be regarded as part of the Range Statement in which competency is demonstrated. The definition of these and other terms that apply are given in Volume 2, Part 2.1. |
Unit Sector(s)
Not Applicable
Competency Field
2 .2 ) Literacy and numeracy skills Participants are best equipped to achieve competency in this unit if they have reading, writing and numeracy skills indicated by the following scales. Description of each scale is given in Volume 2, Part 3 'Literacy and Numeracy' |
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Reading |
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Writing |
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Numeracy |
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Custom Content Section
Competency Field |
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Electrical |