Operate specialist equipment at ground level near live electrical apparatus (UETTDRVC31)

Study Operate specialist equipment at ground level near live electrical apparatus at Interlink

Operate specialist equipment at ground level near live electrical apparatus (UETTDRVC31) gives you the skills required to prepare and use different types of cutting and mulching tools, including chainsaws, brush cutters and pruning saws, near electrical cables, conductors, powerlines and other live equipment.

Learn the safety policies, procedures and precautions to take when using, transporting and storing plant and machinery and discover the importance of carrying out pre-operational checks, calibrating equipment, reporting faults and maintaining operational records.

Selecting the right plant and equipment for the job, and preparing to use that equipment correctly, is vital for working safety in the electrical supply industry. Learn to follow industry guidelines and to implement control measures to reduce hazards and risks in the workplace.

What do I get for completing Operate specialist equipment at ground level near live electrical apparatus?

Completing Interlink’s course meets the national requirements for the accredited Unit of Competency (UETTDRVC31).

Operate specialist equipment at ground level near live electrical apparatus (UETTDRVC31) is a competency within the Certificate II in ESI – Powerline Vegetation Control.

You will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment when you successfully complete this course.

Note: This course superseded UETTDRVC31A – Operate specialist equipment at ground level near live electrical apparatus in September 2019.

What will I learn during Operate specialist equipment at ground level near live electrical apparatus?

Interlink’s course teaches you to use specialist equipment to manage vegetation surrounding live electrical equipment within the electrical supply industry.

It teaches you about the different types of plant available including chippers, stump grinders and chemical applicators. Learn how to prepare and assess your worksite to make sure you are using the right equipment for the job.

Develop the skills and confidence to consider environmental impacts and potential hazards. Select and fit personal protective equipment and carry out pre-operational checks. Learn the importance of performing routine services and maintenance and identifying and reporting any malfunctions, faults or damage.

What sort of assessments can I expect to complete?

Interlink’s Operate specialist equipment at ground level near live electrical apparatus (UETTDRVC31) course contains a combination of written and practical assessments.

Written assessments test your knowledge of key learning outcomes including:

• Safety policies, procedures and precautions for using, transporting and storing plant and machinery
• Different types of cutting and mulching tools including chainsaws, brush cutters, pruning saws, cocky beaks and other specialist equipment
• Herbicide application equipment and its safe use
• The purpose and use of cutting plans for specific tree or plant species
• Different branch cutting methods such as scarf under-cut, top cut and side scarf opposite back-cut techniques
• Selection, maintenance and use of PPE
• Pre and post-operational checks and basic maintenance of specialised plant including proper cleaning and storage.

Practical assessments assess your ability to demonstrate performance criteria such as:

• Implementing relevant workplace health and safety requirements including risk control measures
• Operating specialised equipment such as chippers, stump grinders, brush cutters and slashers
• Safely applying chemicals to control vegetation
• Selecting and wearing relevant personnel protective equipment (PPE) including hard hats and face masks
• Considering and monitoring the environmental implications associated with the operation of machinery and equipment
• Carrying out pre and post operational checks, inspections and maintenance on specialised plant and equipment
• Recognising and reporting any defects or damage
• Interpreting and applying operating procedures, industry standards and enterprise policies
• Analysing and making decisions taking into account the site and weather conditions
• Identifying and controlling hazards such as fumes, dust and difficult terrain
• Dealing with unplanned events and responding to incidents.

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Attendance at this course does not automatically guarantee attainment of competency, nor does satisfactory completion of assessment and attainment of competency guarantee emplo