This unit covers the performance of cable pit/trench/excavation rescue procedures as they apply to live low voltage (LV) cable jointing in the workplace. It specifies the mandatory requirements of rescue from a cable pit/trench/excavation and how they apply in the context of transmission, distribution or rail work functions. It encompasses 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.

The application of the skills and knowledge described in this unit may require a licence/registration to practice in the workplace subject to regulations for undertaking of electrical work.

Other conditions may apply under state and territory legislative and regulatory licencing requirements which must be confirmed prior to commencing this unit.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare to perform cable pit/trench/excavation rescue

1.1

Instruction in hazards and risk control measures for specific work functions and work areas are identified and obtained

1.2

Tools and emergency equipment are checked for safety, functionality and placed in an accessible location to facilitate response and rescue according to established procedures

2

Carry out cable pit/trench/excavation rescue

2.1

Workplace procedures and work instructions for controlling risk are followed

2.2

Workplace procedures for accessing the cable pit/trench/excavation, and removing the victim, where necessary, from contact with live apparatus are followed

2.3

Workplace procedures for removing the victim, where necessary, from the cable pit/trench/excavation are followed

2.4

Workplace procedures for carrying out cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), if required at the site, and treatment, where necessary, by medical professionals are followed

2.5

The worksite is secured and entry controlled until appropriate authorities release the site

3

Complete the cable pit/trench/excavation rescue procedures

3.1

Processes for reporting accidents and/or incidents to authorised personnel are confirmed in accordance with established procedures

Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Non-essential conditions may be found in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

Not applicable.

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