Install and maintain de-energised low voltage underground polymeric cables

This course covers the installation and maintenance of de-energised low voltage underground polymeric cables and covers the jointing, terminating, repair and replacement of cables. It includes the isolation of systems and circuits, the procedure of issuing/accepting electrical access permits, the undertaking of pre-commissioning and/or re-commissioning tests and the updating of system data/maintenance records.

Please note: This course is only available to Western Power employees.

Course duration

10 days

Who Should Attend

Western Power employees who hold a Certificate III in ESI – Power Systems – Distribution Overhead (UET30619)

Prerequisites

• Network Authority Card (NAC)

You will not be granted competency in this unit until competency in the following units have been confirmed and any pre-requisite competencies required for each of the units listed.

• UEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
• UEENEEE102A Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
• UEENEEE105A Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
• UEENEEE107A Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
• UETTDREL11 Apply sustainable energy and environmental procedures
• UETTDREL16 Working safely near live electrical apparatus
• UETTDRCJ21 Lay ESI electrical cables

Note: all prerequisites need to be current.

Learning Outcomes

As a result of attending this assessment participants should be able to:

• Prepare for the installation and maintenance of de-energised LV underground polymeric cables
• Carry out the installation and maintenance of de-energised LV underground polymeric cables
• Complete the installation and maintenance of de-energised LV underground polymeric cables.

PPE/PPC & Equipment Requirements

• PPE Level 1

For more information about Western Power PPE requirements view the Western Power PPE Procedure

• Low voltage gloves
• LV jointing tool kit

Note: Unless otherwise stated, Power Training Services does not provide PPE, PPC and tools for training courses.

Please contact PTS for a list of required tools

Assessments

Written and practical assessments are included in the course.
Participants will need to demonstrate the required knowledge and the necessary practical skills in line with the learning outcomes.
Participants will not be considered to have completed this course until all assessments have been completed to a satisfactory level.

Certification

Statement of Attainment

Associated Authorisations

On successful completion of the course
XLUPC – LV UG Polymeric Cables

For information on how to apply for an Authorisation, contact the Authorisations Team

Other

Enrolment in this course is by application only.
To apply:

1. Click APPLY NOW to begin the application process
2. Complete the APPLICATION FORM (link below)
3. Submit your APPLICATION including evidence of all prerequisites

Once PTS has confirmed that you meet the prerequisites, we will contact you to finalise your enrolment.