DESCRIPTION
This competency standard unit covers the performance of rescue procedures from live LV apparatus, not including overhead lines and underground cables in the work place. It specifies the mandatory requirements of rescue from a live LV panel in the context of transmission, distribution or rail work functions. It encompasses the responsibilities for, health, safety and risk management processes at all operative levels and adherence to safety practices as part of the normal way of doing work.
DURATION
Initial:4 Hours
Refresher2 Hours
PRE-REQUISITES
- CPR
COURSE CONTENT
- Risk assessment process.
- Requirements to rescue a person from a live LV panel.
- Tools and equipment required to perform a rescue.
- Inspection of the Rescue kit.
- Practical demonstration of rescuing a person.
DELIVERY
Delivery is conducted off-job. Delivery strategies must be suitable for both theoretical and/or practical learning.
CERTIFICATION
On successful completion of this course, the participants will receive a Statement of Attainment and / or Training Report.
FREQUENCY
Annual refresher training is required.