This unit covers the development and evaluation of activities required to place the transmission network in a state in which work can safely be performed whilst minimising customer outages. The format is typically a written sequence of switching items in a pre-defined format.

It includes planning for the management of the network and multiple outages. It encompasses the calculation of network loading conditions to ensure the network will operate within design parameters and in compliance with national electricity code.

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

Plan and coordinate for the preparation of HV transmission switching programs

1.1

Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) practices/procedures and environmental and sustainable energy procedures, which may influence the preparation of the switching program, are reviewed and determined

1.2

Purpose of the switching program is established after data is analysed and expected outcomes of the work are confirmed with appropriate personnel

1.3

Established policies, procedures and specifications for the switching program are obtained or established with appropriate personnel

1.4

Switching procedures are discussed with and/or directed to appropriate personnel in order to ascertain the project brief

1.5

Switching parameters are ascertained from established policies, procedures and specifications

1.6

Equipment/tools and personal protective equipment (PPE) are selected based on specified performance criteria and established procedures

1.7

Work roles and tasks are allocated according to requirements and individual competencies

1.8

Work is prioritised and sequenced for the most efficient/effective outcome, completed within an acceptable timeframe to a quality standard and in accordance with established procedures

1.9

Liaison and communication issues with other/authorised personnel, authorities and clients are resolved and activities coordinated to carry out work

1.10

Risk control measures are identified, prioritised and evaluated against the work schedule

1.11

Relevant work permits are secured to coordinate the performance of work according to requirements and/or established procedures

2

Carry out and coordinate the preparation of HV transmission switching programs

2.1

Circuit/systems modelling is used to evaluate alternative proposals in accordance with established procedures

2.2

WHS/OHS and sustainable energy principles, functionality and practices to reduce the incidents of accidents and minimise waste are incorporated into the project in accordance with requirements and/or established procedures

2.3

Decisions concerning the preparation of the HV transmission switching program are made on the basis of safety and effective outcomes according to requirements and/or established procedures

2.4

The effectiveness of the finished project is analysed in accordance with requirements and established procedures

2.5

Technical advice is given regarding potential hazards, safety risks and control measures so that monitoring and preventative action can be undertaken and/or appropriate authorities consulted, where necessary, in accordance with requirements and established procedures

2.6

Essential knowledge and associated skills are applied to analyse specific data and compare it with compliance specifications to ensure completion of the project within an agreed timeframe according to requirements

2.7

Testing of the program is undertaken according to requirements and established procedures

2.8

Work teams/groups are arranged/coordinated/evaluated to ensure planned goals are met according to established procedures

2.9

Solutions to non-routine problems are identified and actioned, using acquired essential knowledge and associated skills, according to requirements

2.10

Quality of work is monitored against personal performance agreement and/or established organisational and professional standards

3

Complete and coordinate the preparation of HV transmission switching programs

3.1

Final review of the switching program is undertaken to ensure it complies with all requirements and includes all specifications and documentations needed to complete the project

3.2

Appropriate personnel are notified of completion and reports and/or completion documents are finalised/commissioned

3.3

Reports and/or completion documents are submitted to relevant personnel/organisations for approval and, where applicable, statutory or regulatory approval

3.4

Approved copies of switching program documents are issued and records are updated 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.

System Operations