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Revised Application Documentation: Version 5 /22 May, 2015 To be added by NSDA

QUALIFICATION FILE – CONTACT DETAILS OF SUBMITTING BODY

Name and address of submitting body:

Construction Skill Development Council of India

Address:- 204, Aashirwad Complex, D-1, Green Park, New Delhi - 110016

Tel: +91-11-46584466

Name and contact details of individual dealing with the submission

Name: Ms. Jancy Mathew

Position in the organisation: Head Standards and Research

Address if different from above

Same as above

Tel number(s): +91-11-46584466

E-mail address: standards@csdcindia.org

List of documents submitted in support of the Qualifications File

1. Career Map of Construction Electrical Works Occupation - Annexure 1
2. QP CON/Q0603- Annexure 2

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QUALIFICATION FILE SUMMARY

Qualification Title Construction Electrician - LV - CON/Q0603

Body/bodies which will assess  MCG

candidates
 Star Projects
Body/bodies which will award the CSDCI
certificate for the qualification.

Body which will accredit providers CSDCI

to offer the qualification.

Occupation(s) to which the Construction Electrical Works

qualification gives access

Proposed level of the qualification 4

in the NSQF.

Anticipated volume of 600 hrs

training/learning required to
complete the qualification.

Entry requirements / 10th standard

recommendations.

Progression from the qualification. Chargehand Electrician - 5

Planned arrangements for RPL. Work is under progress
International Comparability Compared to UK NOS and US NOS

Formal structure of the qualification

Title of unit or other component Mandatory/ Estimated size

Level
(include any identification code used) Optional (learning hours)

CON/N 0608:Lay (single/ three phase) cable and Mandatory

168 4
install equipment at construction sites
CON/ N 0609 : Inspect and maintain construction Mandatory 4
184
equipment as per requirement
CON/ N 0610: Carry out LV electrical wiring and Mandatory 4
184
assist in building electrification works
Mandatory
CON/N8001: Work effectively in a team to deliver 4
24
desired results at the workplace
Mandatory
CON/N8002: Plan and organize work to meet 4
16
expected outcomes
Mandatory
CON/N9001: Work according to personal health, 4
24
safety and environment protocol at construction site

Please attach any document giving further detail about the structure of the qualification – eg a Curriculum or
Qualification Pack.
Give details of the document here:
1. QP CON/Q 0603- Annexure 2

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SECTION 1
ASSESSMENT
Name of assessment body:
If there will be more than one assessment body for this qualification, give details.
 MCG
 Star Projects

Will the assessment body be responsible for RPL assessment?

Give details of how RPL assessment for the qualification will be carried out and quality assured.

The RPL assessment will be carried out through screening, identifying the skills gaps, provide bridge training to
cover the competency gap and then conduct final assessment of the candidates.

Describe the overall assessment strategy and specific arrangements which have been put in place to ensure
that assessment is always valid, consistent and fair and show that these are in line with the requirements of
the NSQF:

trained & certified by CSDCI trough Training of Trainers program. The assessment involves two processes. The
first process is gathering the evidence of the competency of individuals. The second part of the assessment
process is the judgement as to whether a person is competent or not. The assessment plan contains the
following information:
 What will be assessed, i.e. the competency based on each NOS
 How assessment will occur i.e. methods of assessment
 When the assessment will occur
 Where the assessment will take place i.e. context of the assessment (workplace/simulation)
 The criteria for decision making i.e. those aspects that will guide judgements and
 Where appropriate, any supplementary criteria used to make a judgement on the level of
performance.
The assessment is conducted through theory, viva voce and practical

Please attach any documents giving further information about assessment and/or RPL.
Give details of the document(s) here:
Not Applicable

ASSESSMENT EVIDENCE
Complete the following grid for each grouping of NOS, assessment unit or other component as per the
assessment criteria. Insert the required number of rows.

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 CRITERIA FOR ASSESSMENT OF TRAINEES
Construction Electrician - LV

CON/Q0603

Construction Skill Development Council Of India

Guidelines for Assessment

1. Criteria for assessment for each Qualification Pack will be created by the Sector Skill Council. Each
Performance Criteria (PC) will be assigned marks proportional to its importance in NOS. SSC will also lay
down proportion of marks for Theory and Skills Practical for each PC
2. The assessment for the theory part will be based on knowledge bank of questions created by the SSC
3. Individual assessment agencies will create unique question papers for theory part for each candidate at
each examination/training center (as per assessment criteria below)
4. Individual assessment agencies will create unique evaluations for skill practical for every student at each
examination/training center based on this criteria
5. To pass the Qualification Pack, every trainee should score a minimum of 70% individually in theory and
practical for every NOS.
6. The trainee should score 100% marks individually in theory and practical for safety related NOS and
performances criteria as and where applicable in each qualification pack.
7. The Assessor shall check the final outcome of the practices while evaluating the steps performed to
achieve the final outcome
8. The trainee shall be provided with a chance to repeat the test to correct his procedures in case of
improper performance, with a deduction of marks for each iteration.
9. After the certain number of iteration as decided by SSC, the trainee is marked as fail, scoring zero marks
for the procedure in the activity (practical’s)
10.In case of successfully passing only certain number of NOS's, the trainee is eligible to take subsequent
assessment on the balance NOS's to pass the Qualification Pack within the specified timeframe set by SSC
11.

Marks Allocation

Assessable Total
Assessment criteria Out Of Theory Practical Skills
Outcome Marks

PC1. assist superior in planning (method,

CON/N0608: material specification, time requirement) of 7 2 5
Lay (single/ cable laying activity at construction sites
three phase) PC2. read and interpret electrical drawings,
cable and specifications, manufacturer’s guidelines as 7 2 5
100
install and when required
equipment at PC3. check cables, lights and accessories to be
construction used according to instructions/ drawings/
sites 7 2 5
manufacturer’s specifications as per
applicability

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PC4. inspect work area for embedded service
lines, presence of water table, and vicinity of 3 1 2
flammable items prior to cable laying
PC5. carry out safe isolation at power source
as per applicable specification/ electrical
10 3 7
safety norms and erect caution signage at
appropriate location
PC6. arrange to execute preparatory activities
such as digging of trenches, laying of 7 2 5
conduits, erection of poles
PC7. fill up necessary permits, checklists as
per organizational norms prior to undertake 3 1 2
above mentioned activities
PC8. lay cables according to standard practice
through trenches, conduits or by means of 3 1 2
poles at construction sites
PC9. check for rigidity of poles, condition of
exposed cables and fittings, depth and
3 1 2
backfilling of trenches, proper barricading as
per safety norms as and when necessary
PC10. connect cable to power source and
electrical equipment/ machinery as per
7 2 5
manufacturer’s guidelines or standard
practice
PC11. carry out / ensure proper termination
of cables as per specification or standard 7 2 5
practice
PC12. install circuit breakers, starters, relays
etc. of correct power rating as per 7 2 5
specification of the equipment
PC13. carry out earthing of the equipment (if
7 2 5
applicable) by suitable method
PC14. carry out trial run and perform
applicable electrical tests to ensure safe and 3 1 2
desired working of construction equipment
PC15. take preventive measures to secure
exposed cables and its accessories against
man, vehicular movement or any other
3 1 2
external abrasive effects by adopting suitable
insulation methods or industry recognized
standard practices
PC16. use and ensure safety tools/ gears (if
any) specific to equipment are installed 3 1 2
properly as per manufacturer’s guidelines
PC17. ensure upkeep of all electrical tools and
equipment under operation according to
3 1 2
manufacturer’s guidelines or standard
procedures

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 PC18. ensure proper housekeeping of work
3 1 2
area prior/ post working
PC19. ensure tagging of embedded, exposed
electrical lines, its accessories and other 3 1 2
equipment
PC20. work safely according to standard
practices, manufacturers guidelines,
specifications and electrical safety norms 3 1 2
while carrying out cable laying or connecting
equipment to the main power source
Total 100 30 70
PC1. carry out appropriate tests and diagnose
electrical faults of equipment as and when 7 2 5
necessary
PC2. power off equipment under
maintenance or take necessary precautions as
3 1 2
per standard practice while performing tests
to live circuits
PC3. Carry out safe isolation at power source
as per applicable specification/ electrical
7 2 5
safety norms and erect caution signage at
appropriate location
PC4. repair or replace faulty parts according
to the power rating and manufacturer’s
7 2 5
guideline relevant to circuit under
maintenance
PC5. determine types (DC/AC) motors to be
7 2 5
CON/N0609: repaired or installed
Inspect and PC6. select and use appropriate starters
maintain according to the specification and power 7 2 5
construction rating of motors during maintenance 100
equipment as PC7. carry out winding in armatures of motor
per 7 2 5
if required as per specification of motor
requirement
PC8. inspect and rectify faults detected in
earthing of construction equipment referring 7 2 5
manufacturer’s guidelines
PC9. replace faulty parts like relays, MCBs,
wires, switches, sockets etc. as per 3 1 2
maintenance requirement
PC10. inspect leakage, faults in LV single/
three phase power distribution wirings as per 7 2 5
directions, standard practices
PC11. operate and inspect transformers to
7 2 5
detect faults under close supervision
PC12. carry out maintenance of lighting
arrangements installed at critical accessed
locations such as tower cranes, high masts 3 1 2
etc. and replace faulty parts, consumables as
and when necessary

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 PC13. join damaged armored cables (bearing
heavy electricity loads) using straight through 7 2 5
joints efficiently
PC14. operate changeover switches for
switching between main power supply & DGS 3 1 2
at required times
PC15. ensure safe and desired working of
temporary electrical panels/ distribution 3 1 2
boards at construction sites
PC16. provide proper notifications to
concerned authority prior to undertake
3 1 2
maintenance activity following organizational
norms
PC17. work according to electrical safety
norms and safety guidelines provided by 3 1 2
equipment manufacturer
PC18. report to senior authority or act
efficiently on detection of any unsafe/ 3 1 2
hazardous condition
PC19. document readings, conclusions of
7 2 5
tests performed as and when necessary
Total 100 30 70
PC1. perform visual checks to the house
wiring components (such as wires, flexible
and rigid conduits, PVC raceways, wooden
7 2 5
battens, clamps etc.) prior to using it for
concealed wiring purpose in order to ensure
their appropriate specification and usability
PC2. read and interpret single phase wiring
diagram and assist in required material 7 2 5
calculation

CON/N 0610: PC3. carry out necessary measurements of

cables/ conduits to meet working needs and 3 1 2
Carry out LV
electrical in order to carry out marking on wall
wiring and PC4. mark on walls for chasing and monitors 7 2 5
100
assist in wall chasing work to install concealed wiring
building PC5. assist in planning and mark locations of
electrificatio raceways and electrical fixtures/ fittings to be 7 2 5
n works installed on walls
PC6. lay flexible conduit pipes through RCC
structures (slabs, beams, walls) or through
7 2 5
chased wall (brick wall) surface as per
instruction
PC7. ensure lock conduit pipe in its location 3 1 2
by means of clamp or other standard means
PC8. place wires through conduits, raceways
and ensure specification and number of wires 7 2 5
passed through the conduits

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 PC9. carry out drilling, cutting works as and 3 1 2
when necessary
PC10. calculate electrical material
requirements based on electrical fittings and 7 2 5
layouts
PC11. carry out safe isolation at power source
as per applicable specification/ electrical
3 1 2
safety norms and erect caution signage at
appropriate location
PC12. install electrical fixtures, fittings (such
as DBs, switch boards, switches, sockets,
lights and wall brackets) at specified 7 2 5
locations and carry out termination of cables
as per standard practice
PC13. perform necessary tests to ensure safe
condition of electrical circuit during and post 3 1 2
wiring activity using appropriate tools
PC14. measure earth resistance and leakage
as per requirement, using appropriate 3 1 2
electrical devices
PC15. carry out electrical earthing work
adopting standard procedure and using
3 1 2
appropriate earthing components as per
instructions
PC16. install earthing strips by embedding in
concrete, screwing, bolting or by welding in 3 1 2
high-rise structures
PC17. establish new LV connection if required
as per circuit load requirement and install
household appliances including fan, water 3 1 2
pump, refrigerator, fire alarm system,
security systems etc.
PC18. identify and install protective devices of
correct power rating, at appropriate 3 1 2
locations of wiring
PC19. adhere to electrical safety norms and
act/ report efficiently on detection of any 3 1 2
unsafe situation
PC20. note relevant readings, fill up checklist
3 1 2
as per requirement
PC21. prepare tentative budget for household
3 1 2
wiring and electrification work
PC22. replace faulty electrical fixtures,
3 1 2
fittings, LV wiring as and when necessary
Total 100 30 70
CON/N8001: PC1. pass on work related information/ 7 2 5
Work requirement clearly to the team members
100
effectively in PC2. inform co-workers and superiors about
a team to 7 2 5
any kind of deviations from work

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deliver PC3. address the problems effectively and
desired report if required to immediate supervisor 10 3 7
results at the appropriately
workplace PC4. receive instructions clearly from 7 2 5
superiors and respond effectively on same
PC5. communicate to team
members/subordinates for appropriate work 10 3 7
technique and method
PC6. seek clarification and advice as per 7 2 5
requirement and applicability
PC7. hand over the required material, tools
tackles, equipment and work fronts timely to 27 8 19
interfacing teams
PC8. work together with co-workers in a 27 8 19
synchronized manner
Total 100 30 70
PC1. understand clearly the targets and
timelines set by superiors 7 2 5

PC2. plan activities as per schedule and

7 2 5
sequence

PC3. provide guidance to the subordinates to 10 3 7

obtain desired outcome
PC4. plan housekeeping activities prior to and
post completion of work 7 2 5

PC5. list and arrange required resources prior

to commencement of work 10 3 7
CON/N8002: PC6. select and employ correct tools, tackles
Plan and and equipment for completion of desired 10 3 7
organize work 100
work to meet PC7. complete the work with allocated
expected 10 3 7
resources
outcomes PC8. engage allocated manpower in an
appropriate manner 10 3 7

PC9. use resources in an optimum manner to

avoid any unnecessary wastage 10 3 7

PC10. employ tools, tackles and equipment 7 2 5

with care to avoid damage to the same
PC11. organize work output, materials used, 7 2 5
tools and tackles deployed,
PC12. processes adopted to be in line with 7 2 5
the specified standards and instructions
Total 100 30 70
CON/N9001: PC1. identify and report any hazards, risks or
Work breaches in site safety to the appropriate 7 2 5
according to authoritys
100
personal PC2. follow emergency and evacuation
health, safety procedures in case of accidents, fires, natural 7 2 5
and calamities

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environment PC3. follow recommended safe practices in
protocol at handling construction materials, including
10 3 7
construction chemical and hazardous material whenever
site applicable
PC4. participate in safety awareness programs
like Tool Box Talks, safety demonstrations, 7 2 5
mock drills, conducted at site
PC5. identify near miss , unsafe condition and 7 2 5
unsafe act
PC6. use appropriate Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE) as per work requirements
including:
• Head Protection (Helmets)
• Ear protection
10 3 7
• Fall Protection
• Foot Protection
• Face and Eye Protection
• Hand and Body Protection
• Respiratory Protection (if required)
PC7. handle all required tools, tackles , 7 2 5
materials & equipment safely
PC8. follow safe disposal of waste, harmful
and hazardous materials as per EHS 7 2 5
guidelines
PC9. install and apply properly all safety 13 4 9
equipment as instructed
PC10. follow safety protocol and practices as 13 4 9
laid down by site EHS department
PC11. collect and deposit construction waste
into identified containers before disposal,
separate containers that may be needed for 7 2 5
disposal of toxic or hazardous wastes
PC12. apply ergonomic principles wherever
7 2 5
required
Total 100 30 70

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SECTION 2
EVIDENCE OF NEED

What evidence is there that the qualification is needed?

Please refer to the attached list of job roles and occupations identified in construction sector. These job
roles have been derived through extensive industry interactions facilitated from 10 workshops and various
site visits conducted and interaction with 500+representatives from different construction sector
organizations all over the country.

What is the estimated uptake of this qualification and what is the basis of this estimate?

As per survey the incremental Manpower Gap between 2008 and 2022 found out to be 473000 under
Construction Electrical Works Occupation

What steps were taken to ensure that the qualification(s) does/do not duplicate already existing or
planned qualifications in the NSQF?

QPs for Job Roles of various related SSC’s were studied to ensure that there is no duplicity

What arrangements are in place to monitor and review the qualification(s)? What data will be used and
at what point will the qualification(s) be revised or updated?

Standards department of CSDCI will do periodic review and monitor the industry feedbacks, Training
Partners feedbacks on this qualification and will incorporate them appropriately at the designated revision
time.

The revision of this qualification is scheduled after 2 years i.e. 23/05/2017

Please attach any documents giving further information about any of the topics above.
Give details of the document(s) here:
1. List of job roles

SECTION 3
SUMMARY EVIDENCE OF LEVEL

Summary of Direct Evidence:

Justify the NSQF level allocated to the QP by building upon the five descriptors of NSQF. Explain the reasons for
allocating the level to the QP.

Generic NOS is/are linked to the overall authority attached to the job role.

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 Construction Electrician - LV - CON/Q0603

Process required Professional Professional Skills Core Skills Responsibility Level

Knowledge

The job holder Job holder is expected The job holder is The job holder is The job holder is 4
performs routine to have factual expected to expected to read and responsible for
works in a predictable knowledge of electrical demonstrate interpret Simple Line outcome of own
and familiar situation circuits and practical skills of Diagrams, specifications, work such as
with clear choice in connections such as repetitive activities manufacturer’s functioning of
work situation. Work power ratings of like installation/ guidelines, applicable the laid out
includes laying of electrical fixtures, safe maintenance of code of practice to cables, working
electrical cables, method of electrical electrical cables, gather work related of installed
installation/ isolation, area of use of construction information and apply tools/machines
maintenance of light measuring devices and equipments at sites, them while executing and electrical
construction electrical tools in electrification works tasks. Moreover, safety aspects of
equipments at circuits and acceptance at buildings by using individual at this job role the work
construction criteria of materials to appropriate also apply electrical and completed
sitesWhich involves be used to establish / electrical tools and mathematical principles
application of factual repair electrical units devices with while carrying out tasks
knowledge with full under low voltage application of like measuring length of
responsibility for the connections. quality concepts. cables, conduits etc. and
work carried out. communicate clearly
The knowledge The job holder
with co-workers at
enables the job holder adheres applicable
workplace
to optimise resources, safety norms and
materials and tools implement/ comply
along with carrying out with them while
installation and performing electrical
maintenance of operations.
electrical equipments
and wirings which
require skill to
minimize rework

Level 4 Level 4 Level 4 Level 4 Level 4 Level 4

OTHER EVIDENCE OF LEVEL [This need only be filled in where evidence other than primary outcomes was used to
allocate a level] (Optional)

Summary of other evidence (if used): Not applicable.

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SECTION 4
EVIDENCE OF RECOGNITION OR PROGRESSION

What steps have been taken in the design of this or other qualifications to ensure that there is a clear path
to other qualifications in this sector?

Please refer to attached career path as per annexure 1 which clearly define the clear career path.

Please attach any documents giving further information about any of the topics above.
Give details of the document(s) here:
1. Annexure 1
 Overall Career map
 Career map of Construction Electrical Works Occupation
2. QP CON/Q0603- Annexure 2

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Annexure 1

Career Map

Supervisor
Level-6 Electrical
Works

Foreman
Level-5 Electrical works
(Construction)

Construction
Level-4 Electrician -
LV

Assistant
Level-3
Electrician

Level-2 Helper
Electrician

Level-1

Annexure 2- QP CON/Q0603

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