DESCRIPTION
This module provides the learner with the knowledge and skills to safely assist a High Voltage (HV) Live Work crew in the Installation, replacement, removal and maintenance of electrical apparatus tasks (e.g. HV switches) in the vicinity of Live HV apparatus up to 66kV.
PRE-REQUISITES
- Vehicle loading crane operator who has the appropriate licence and experience in the use of Vehicle loading Cranes in the Electrical Supply Industry and who are not trained HV Live Lineworkers.
COURSE CONTENT
- The Green Book
- Australian Standards for HV Live Working
- VESI Minimum Rules for Carrying out High Voltage Live Work in Victoria
- Relevant Enterprise HV Live Work manual, policy, and procedures
- Risk / Hazard assessment
- Role and responsibility of the “Safety Observer”
- General safety work practices
- Minimum Approach Distances (MAD)
- Step & Touch Potential
- Suitable Structures for electrical apparatus replacement work
- Mobile Plant Earthing and Bonding
- Setting up the vehicle loading crane
- Jib Positioning & Lifting Operation
- Barriers and Cover up Equipment
DELIVERY
Delivery can be conducted on the 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 certificate of completion.
