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Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia

OCCUPATIONAL STANDARD
BUILDING ELECTRICAL
INSTALLATION
NTQF Level I, II, III, IV and V

Ministry of Labor and Skill


March 2022
1. Introduction

Ethiopia has embarked on a process of reforming its Technical and Vocational Education and
Training (TVET) System. Within the policies and strategies of the Ethiopian Government,
technology transformation by using current international standards and international best
practices as the basis, and, adopting, adapting and verifying them in the Ethiopian context – is
a pivotal element. TVET is given an important role with regard to technology transfer. The
new paradigm in the outcome-based TVET system is the orientation at the current and
anticipated future demand of the economy and the labor market.

The Ethiopian Occupational Standard (EOS) is the core element of the Ethiopian National
TVET Strategy and an important factor within the context of the National TVET
Qualification Framework (NTQF). They are national Ethiopian standards, which define the
current and future occupational requirements and expected outcome related to a specific
occupation using distinct Unit of Competences without taking TVET delivery into account.

The whole Package EOS document for an occupation is an integrated set of nationally
endorsed core generic Unit of Competences organized in to different qualification levels built
one upon the other below or side wise to make full occupational profile.

This document details the mandatory format, sequencing, wording and layout for the Ethiopia
Occupational Standard which comprised of Units of Competence.

A Unit of Competence describes a distinct work activity. It is documented in a standard


format that comprises:
 Occupational title and NTQF level
 Unit title
 Unit code
 Unit descriptor
 Elements and Performance criteria
 Range and Variables
 Evidence guide

Together all the parts of a Unit of Competence guide the assessor/curriculum developer in
determining the candidate training and assessment.

The ensuing sections of this EOS document comprise a description of the occupation with all
the key components of a Unit of Competence:
 Chart with an overview of all Units of Competence with their Unit Codes and Titles
 Detail contents of each Unit of Competence
 Occupational map providing the TVET providers with information and important
requirements to consider when designing training programs using this standards and
show a career path.

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UNIT OF COMPETENCY CHART
Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation
Occupational Code: EIS BEI1
NTQF Level I
EIS BEI1 01 0322 EIS BEI1 02 0322 EIS BEI1 03 0322
Work Safely in the Construction Carry-Out Measurements Operate personal computer
Industry and Simple Calculations

EIS BEI1 04 0322 EIS BEI1 05 0322 EIS BEI1 06 0322


Prepare working place for Prepare Technical Drawings Perform Bench Work
electrical building installation
works
EIS BEI1 07 0322 EIS BEI1 08 0322 EIS BEI1 09 0322
Use Electrical hand Tools and Perform Conduit work Install PVC, Conduit and
measuring devices Wiring Systems

EIS BEI1 10 0322 EIS BEI1 11 0322 EIS BEI1 12 0322


Connect and terminate electrical Install wiring devices, Apply 5S Procedures
wiring lighting and auxiliary outlets

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation

Occupational Code: EIS BEI


NTQF Level II

EIS BEI2 01 0322 EIS BEI2 02 0322 EIS BEI2 03 0322


Demonstrate Care and Install Wiring Systems
Read and Interpret Plans and
Safety Practice Using Conduits
Specifications

EIS BEI2 04 0322 EIS BEI2 05 0322 EIS BEI2 06 0322


Connect and Terminate Install Electrical Circuit Install Reception Antennae
electrical wiring systems Protection and Signal Distribution
Equipment

EIS BEI2 07 0322 EIS BEI2 08 0322 EIS BEI2 09 0322


Terminate signal and data Conduct In-Service Safety Install Electrical Apparatus
cables Testing of Electrical Cord
Connected Equipment and
Cord Assemblies

EIS BEI2 10 0322


Prevent and Eliminate
MUDA

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation

Occupational Code: EIS BEI


NTQF Level III

EIS BEI3 01 0322 EIS BEI3 02 0322 EIS BEI3 03 0322


Select Wiring Systems Install and Maintain
Perform CAD Operation
and Cables for Low Cabling for
Voltage Electrical Telecommunication and
Installations data cable Services

EIS BEI3 04 0322 EIS BEI3 05 0322 EIS BEI3 06 0322


Carryout industrial motor Install and connect extra Install heating, ventilation
control installation low voltage wiring and air conditioning system
systems

EIS BEI3 07 0322 EIS BEI3 08 0322 EIS BEI3 09 0322


Trouble- Shoot and Repair Prepare service Perform Maintenance of
Faults in Low Voltage connection Electrical Equipment
Electrical Apparatus and
Circuits

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level IV
Occupational Code: EIS BEI

NTQF Level IV

EIS BEI4 01 0322 EIS BEI4 02 0322 EIS BEI4 03 0322


Install and maintain Design Effective and Apply Building Electrical
emergency safety systems Efficient Lighting for Installation Codes and
Residential, Industrial and Standards
Commercial Buildings
EIS BEI4 04 0322 EIS BEI4 05 0322 EIS BEI4 06 0322
Prepare Specifications for Control and Order Bill of Conduct On-Site
Installation Works Materials Supervision of Building
Electrical Installation
Projects
EIS BEI4 07 0322 EIS BEI4 08 0322 EIS BEI4 09 0322
Develop and Connect Arrange Circuits, Control Fix and Secure Electro
Electrical Control Circuits and Protection for General Technology Equipment
Electrical Installations

EIS BEI4 10 0322 EIS BEI4 11 0322 EIS BEI4 12 0322


Solve Problems in Single Implement and Monitor Test and Commission of
and Three Phase Low Energy Sector Extremely low voltage
Voltage Electrical Environmental and (ELV) System
apparatus and circuits Sustainable Policies and
Procedures
EIS BEI4 13 0322 EIS BEI4 14 0322 EIS BEI4 15 0322
Install, test and Install, test and commission Test and Commission of
commission of Solar lift and escalator elevators Heating ventilation and air
power system conditioning system

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Occupational Title: Building Electrical Installation Level V
Occupational Code: EIS BEI
NTQF Level V
EIS BEI5 01 0322 EIS BEI5 02 0322 EIS BEI5 03 0322
Provide Advice on Manage People and Monitor Construction
Effective and Energy Equipment Performance Environmental Process
Efficient Lighting
Products

EIS BEI5 04 0322 EIS BEI5 05 0322 EIS BEI5 06 0322


Monitor Costing System of Select and Arrange Develop, Enter and Verify
Electrical works Equipment for Special Word and Analogue Control
Electrical Installations Programs for Programmable
Logic

EIS BEI5 07 0322 EIS BEI5 08 0322 EIS BEI5 09 0322


Find and Rectify Faults in Prepare Design Brief for Repair and maintain
Process Final Control Electrical Works extremely low voltage
Elements (ELV) System

EIS BEI5 10 0322 EIS BEI5 11 0322 EIS BEI5 12 0322


Troubleshoot and Repair and maintain lift Diagnose and Rectify
maintain heating, System Faults in A.C. Motor Drive
ventilation and air Systems
conditioning system

EIS BEI5 13 0322 EIS BEI5 14 0322 EIS BEI5 15 0322


Solve Problems in Stand- Develop Professional Administer Legal
Alone Renewable Energy Technical and Legal Obligations of Construction
Systems Reports on Building and Contract
Construction Projects

EIS BEI5 16 0322


Monitor Bid/Tender
Document Development
for Construction Projects

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Level I

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level I
Unit Title Work Safely in the Construction Industry
Unit Code EIS BEI1 01 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required to undertake
Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) within the construction industry.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Identify OHS 1.1. Applicable OHS legislative requirements relevant to own work,
legislative role and responsibilities are identified and explained.
requirements. 1.2. Duty of care requirements are identified.
1.3. Own responsibilities to comply with safe work practices are
identified and explained.
2. Identify 2.1. Basic principles of risk management are identified according to
construction
the industry guideline.
hazards and 2.2. Common construction hazards are identified and discussed.
control 2.3. Measures for controlling hazards and risks are identified.
measures.
3. Identify OHS 3.1. OHS communication processes, information and documentation
communication are identified and discussed.
and reporting 3.2. Role of designated OHS personnel is identified and explained.
processes. 3.3. Safety signs and symbols are identified and explained.
3.4. Procedures and relevant authorities for reporting hazards,
incidents and injuries are identified.
4. Identify OHS 4.1. General procedures for responding to incidents and emergencies
incident are identified and explained.
response 4.2. Procedures for accessing first aid are identified.
procedures. 4.3. Requirements for the selection and use of relevant personal
protective equipment are identified and demonstrated.
4.4. Fire safety equipment is identified and discussed.

Variables Range
OHS legislative May include, but not limited to:
requirements  construction industry OHS standards and guidelines
 duty of care
 health and safety representatives, committees and supervisors
 licences, tickets or certificates of competency
 National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction
Work
 national safety standards
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 OHS and welfare Acts and regulations
 Safety codes of practice.
Duty of care May include, but not limited to:
requirements  legal responsibility under duty of care to do everything reasonably
practicable to protect others from harm
 own responsibilities to comply with safe work practices, including
activities that require licences, tickets or certificates of competency
 relevant state OHS requirements, including employers and self-
employed persons, persons in control of the work site, construction
supervisors, designers, manufacturers and suppliers, construction
workers, subcontractors and inspectors.
Safe work May include, but not limited to:
practices  access to site amenities, such as drinking water and toilets
 general requirements for safe use of plant and equipment
 general requirements for use of personal protective equipment and
clothing
 housekeeping to ensure a clean, tidy and safer work area
 no drugs and alcohol at work
 preventing bullying and harassment
 smoking in designated areas
 Storage and removal of debris.
Risk May include, but not limited to:
 likelihood of a hazard causing injury or harm.
Principles of risk May include, but not limited to:
management  assessing the risks involved
 consulting and reporting ensuring the involvement of relevant
workers
 controlling the hazard
 identifying hazards
 Reviewing to identify change or improvement.
Hazard May include, but not limited to:
 relates to anything (including an intrinsic property of a thing) or
situation with the potential to cause injury or harm.
Common May include, but not limited to:
construction  confined spaces
hazards  electrical safety
 excavations, including trenches
 falling objects
 hazardous substances and dangerous goods

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 HIV and other infectious diseases
 hot and cold working environments
 manual handling
 noise
 plant and equipment
 traffic and mobile plant
 unplanned collapse
 ultraviolet (UV) radiation
 Working at heights.
Measures for May include, but not limited to:
controlling hazards  elimination
and risks  substitution
 isolation
 engineering control
 administrative control
 Personal protective equipment.
OHS May include, but not limited to:
communication  discussions with OHS representatives
processes  OHS meetings
 OHS notices, newsletters, bulletins and correspondence
 OHS participative arrangements
 processes for raising OHS issues
 toolbox talks
 Workplace consultation relating to OHS issues and changes.
OHS information May include, but not limited to:
and documentation  accident and incident reports
 Acts and regulations
 Australian standards
 codes of practice
 construction documentation and plans
 emergency information contact
 evacuation plans
 guidance notes
 job safety analyses
 labels
 material safety data sheets (MSDS)
 preforms for reporting hazards, incidents and injuries
 reports of near misses and dangerous occurrences
 risk assessments

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 safe work method statements
 safety meeting minutes
 Site safety inspection reports.
Designated OHS May include, but not limited to:
personnel  first aid officers
 OHS committee members
 OHS representatives
 Supervisors.
Safety signs and May include, but not limited to:
symbols  emergency information signs (e.g. exits, equipment and first aid)
 fire signs (e.g. location of fire alarms and fire fighting equipment)
 hazard signs (e.g. danger and warning)
 regulatory signs (e.g. prohibition, mandatory and limitation or
restriction)
 Safety tags and lockout (e.g. danger tags, out of service tags).
Relevant authorities May include, but not limited to:
 emergency services (e.g. police, ambulance, fire brigade and
emergency rescue)
 OHS regulatory authority
 Supervisor.
Incidents May include, but not limited to:
 accidents resulting in personal injury or damage to property
 near misses or dangerous occurrences which do not cause injury but
may pose an immediate and significant risk to persons or property,
and need to be reported so that action can be taken to prevent
recurrence, for example:
 breathing apparatus malfunctioning to the extent that the user's
health is in danger
 collapse of the floor, wall or ceiling of a building being used as a
workplace
 collapse or failure of an excavation more than 1.5 metres deep
(including any shoring)
 collapse or partial collapse of a building or structure
 collapse, overturning or failure of the load bearing of any
scaffolding, lift, crane, hoist or mine-winding equipment
 damage to or malfunction of any other major plant
 Electric shock.
 electrical short circuit, malfunction or explosion
 uncontrolled explosion, fire or escape of gas, hazardous substance or
steam
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 Any other unintended or uncontrolled incident or event arising from
operations carried on at a workplace.
General May include, but not limited to:
procedures  basic emergency response (keep calm, raise alarm, obtain help)
 evacuation
 notification of designated OHS personnel and authorities
 notification of emergency services (e.g. when and how)
 Referring to site emergency plans and documentation.
Emergencies May include, but not limited to:
 chemical spill
 fire
 injury to personnel
 structural collapse
 toxic and/or flammable vapours emission
 Vehicle/mobile plant accident.
Personal protective May include, but not limited to:
equipment  aprons
 arm guards
 eye protection
 gloves
 hard hat
 hearing protection
 high visibility retro reflective vests
 protective, well fitting clothing
 respiratory protection
 safety footwear
 UV protective clothing and sunscreen.
Fire safety May include, but not limited to:
equipment  breathing apparatus
 fire blankets
 Fire fighting equipment.

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  apply OHS legislative and safety requirements for construction
work including duty of care
 Identify and assess the range of common construction hazards and
risks and explain the application of the hierarchy of control
 Explain OHS communication processes, information and
documentation

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 Identify and apply general procedures for responding to incidents
and emergencies including evacuation, first aid, fire safety
equipment and PPE.
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  OHS legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and
Attitudes industry standards/guidance notes relevant to own work, role and
responsibilities
 basic principles of risk management and assessment for
construction work
 common construction hazards
 common construction safety signage and its meanings
 general construction emergency response and evacuation
procedures
 general construction work activities that require licenses, tickets or
certificates of competency
 general first aid response requirements
 general procedures for raising OHS issues
 general procedures for reporting OHS hazards, accidents,
incidents, emergencies, injuries, near misses and dangerous
occurrences
 general procedures for responding to hazards, incidents and
injuries
 general workers' compensation and injury management
requirements
 OHS hierarchy of controls
 OHS responsibilities and rights of duty holders, including:
 persons in control of construction work/projects
 employers and self-employed persons
 supervisors
 employees
 designers
 inspectors
 manufacturers and suppliers
 own responsibilities to comply with safe work practices relating
to:
 housekeeping
 identification of hazards
 preventing bullying or harassment
 smoking
 use of amenities
 use of drugs and alcohol
 role of OHS committees and representatives
 types of common personal protective equipment and fire safety
equipment
 Types of OHS information and documentation.
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills to:

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 communication skills to:
 clarify OHS legislative requirements
 verbally report construction hazards and risks
 ask effective questions
 relay information to others
 discuss OHS issues and information
 comprehension skills to:
 explain the basic OHS legislative requirements which will be
applicable to own work
 explain the meaning of safety signs and symbols
 identify common construction hazards
 Discuss the basic principles of risk management.
Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Competence may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context for Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work
Assessment place setting

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation level 1
Unit Title Carry-Out Measurements and Simple Calculations
Unit Code EIS BEI1 02 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes on identifying and
measuring objects based on the required performance standards.

Elements Performance Criteria

1. Select 1.1. Object or component to be measured is identified, classified and


measuring interpreted according to the appropriate regular geometric shape
instruments 1.2. Measuring tools are selected/identified as per object to be
measured or job requirements
1.3. Correct specifications are obtained from relevant sources
1.4. Appropriate measuring instruments are selected according to job
requirements
1.5. Alternative measuring tools are used without sacrificing cost and
quality of work
2. Carry out 2.1. Accurate measurements and calculation are obtained according
measurements to job requirements
and calculations 2.2. Alternative measuring tools are used without sacrificing cost and
quality of work
2.3. Calculation needed to complete work tasks are performed using
the four basic process of addition (+), subtraction (-),
multiplication (x) and division (/) including but not limited to:
trigonometric functions, algebraic computations
2.4. Calculations involving fractions, percentages and mixed numbers
are used to complete workplace tasks
2.5. Numerical computation is self-checked and corrected for
accuracy
2.6. Instruments are read to the limit of accuracy of the tool
2.7. Systems of measurement identified and converted according to
job requirements/ISO
2.8. Work pieces are measured according to job requirements

Variables Range
Geometric shape May include, but not limited to:

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 Round
 Square
 Rectangular
 Triangle
 Sphere
 Conical
Measuring May include, but not limited to:
instruments  Vernier caliper (out, inside)
 Straight edge
 Thickness gauge
 Try-square
 Protractor
 Combination gauge
 Steel rule
 Measuring tape
 Sprit level
Measurements and May include, but not limited to:
calculations  Linear
 Volume
 Area

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  Select and prepare appropriate measuring instruments in
accordance with job requirements
 Perform measurements and calculations according to job
requirements
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Trade mathematics / Mensuration
Attitudes
 Four fundamental operation
 Linear measurement
 Dimensions
 Unit conversion
 Ratio and proportion
 Trigonometric functions
 Algebraic equations
 Tolerance
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Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 Performing measurements
 Performing calculation by addition, subtraction, multiplication
and division; trigonometric functions and algebraic equations
 Visualizing objects and shapes
 Interpreting formulas for volume, areas, perimeters of plane and
geometric figures
 Proper handling of measuring instruments
Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Competency should be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

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Occupational Standard: Building Installation Level I
Unit Title Operate Personal Computer
Unit Code EIS BEI1 03 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the skills, knowledge and attitudes required to start up
and use a range of basic functions on a personal computer or business
computer terminal.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Start computer, 1.1. Adjust workspace, furniture and equipment to suit user ergonomic
system information requirements
and features
1.2. Ensure work meets organisational and work health and safety
(WHS) requirements for computer operation
1.3. Start computer or log on according to user procedures
1.4. Identify basic functions and features using system information
1.5. Customise desktop configuration, if necessary, with assistance
from appropriate persons
1.6. Use help functions as required
2. Use appropriate 2.1 Word-processing software appropriate to perform activity is
word-processing selected.
software 2.2 Word-processing application is opened, document is created and
data are added according to information requirements.
2.3 document purpose, audience and presentation requirements are
identified, and clarified with personnel as required
2.4 Organizational requirements are identified for text-based business
documents and document structure and are designed to ensure
consistency of style and image.
2.5 Document requirements are matched with software functions to
provide efficient production of documents.
3. Customize basic 3.1 Page layout is adjusted to meet information requirements or
settings and format special needs.
documents to meet 3.2 Different toolbars are opened and viewed.
page layout
conventions 3.3 Font format /font settings are changed to suit document purpose of
the word document/spreadsheets/ database entries..
3.4 Alignment and line spacing are changed, and margins of the
document (word / spreadsheet/ database/ are modified according to
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document information requirements and formatting features.
3.5 Information in a selected cell is aligned as required.
3.6 Opening and switching between several word documents /
spreadsheets/ database/ are applied.
3.7 Formatting features and styles are used to customize basic settings
and format cell or documents, create table and add images as
required.
3.8 Technical functions, other data and formatting tools, document
templates are used as required to finalize documents/or within the
spreadsheet.
3.9 Text from another area in the document or from another active
document; or selected formatting features from another cell in the
spreadsheet or from another active spreadsheet is highlighted and
copied.
3.10 Insert headers and footers to incorporate necessary data using
formatting features.
3.11 document is saved in another file format or spreadsheet as another
file type and close document and spreadsheet to a storage device.
4 Navigate and 4.1 Features are opened, closed and accessed by selecting correct
manipulate desktop desktop icons.
environment
4.2 Desktop windows are opened, resized and closed by using correct
window functions.
4.3 Shortcuts are created onto the desktop, if necessary, with assistance
from appropriate persons.
5. Create tables and add 5.1 Standard table is inserted into document.
images to word 5.2 Cells are changed (insert and delete columns and rows) to meet
document information requirements.
5.3 Appropriate images are inserted into document and customise as
necessary.
5.4 images are positioned and resized to meet document formatting
needs
5.5 The naming and storing/ saving documents are ensured in
appropriate directories or folders and the printing of documents to
the required specifications.
6 Organise files 6.1 Folders/subfolders are created with suitable names.
using basic
directory and folder 6.2 Files are saved with suitable names in appropriate folders.
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structures 6.3 Folders/subfolders and files are renamed and moved as required.
6.4 Folder/subfolder and file attributes are identified.
6.5 folders/subfolders and files are moved using cut and paste, and
drag and drop techniques
6.6 folders/subfolders and files are saved to appropriate media where
necessary
6.7 Folders/subfolders and files are searched using appropriate
software tools.
6.8 Deleted folder/subfolders and files are restored as necessary.
7. Create database 7.1 Open a database application and design a two-table, simple relational
database incorporating basic design principles
7.2 A table is developed with fields and attributes according to database
usage, as well as user requirements
7.3 a primary key is created and h an index is established for each table
7.4 Table layout and field attributes are modified as required
7.5 A relationship is created between the two tables
7.6 Data are added and modified in a table according to information
requirements.
7.7 Records are added and deleted as required.
7.6 database is saved and closed down to storage area
8.Create reports and 8.1 reports are designed to present data in a logical sequence
forms 8.2 Reports are modified to include or exclude additional requirements.
8.3 Reports are distributed to appropriate person in a suitable format.
8.4 a wizard is used to create a simple form
8.5 Existing database and modify records are opened through a simple
form..
8.5 Objects are rearranged within the form to accommodate information
requirements

Variable Range
Word-processing May include, but not limited to:
software  Apple Work
 Microsoft Word
 Open Office.

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Information May include, but not limited to:
requirements  agendas
 letters
 memos
 minutes
 Other business documents required by the organization.
Document May include, but not limited to:
 captions
 different odd and even pages
 document protection
 drawing
 hyperlinks
 linked and embedded objects
 mail-merge data documents
 master documents
 MS WordArt
 Templates.
Organizational May include, but not limited to:
requirements  company color scheme
 company logo
 consistent corporate image
 content restrictions
 established guidelines and procedures for document production
 house styles
 observing copyright legislation
 organization name, time, date, document title and filename in
header or footer
 Templates.
Document structure May include, but not limited to:
 annotated references
 borders
 boxes
 bullet or number lists
 captions
 color
 columns
 consistency with other business documents
 cropping
 drawing
 footnotes

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 endnotes
 graphics
 headings
 indentations
 layout
 page numbers
 position related to other text
 size
 spacing’s
 Typeface styles and point size.
Page layout May include, but not limited to:
 landscape
 Portrait.
Toolbars May include, but not limited to:
 buttons
 menus
 A combination of both.
Font format May include, but not limited to:
 combination of typeface and other attributes:
 pitch
 size
 spacing character
 Symbol.
Font settings May include, but not limited to:
 color
 size
 type
Alignment May include, but not limited to:
 centered
 justified
 left
 Right
Formatting features May include, but not limited to:
 bold
 hyphenation
 italics
 Underline.
Format may include but not limited to:
 saving the spreadsheet as another type of document:
comma separated values or text
 html
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 xml.
Technical functions May include, but not limited to:
 animations
 arranging slides
 charts
 customizing masters
 illustrations
 linking content
 sharing
 Smart Art
 Tables.
Formatting tools May include, but not limited to:
 menu commands within the application:
 borders
 copy, cut and paste
 help
 find and replace
 shading
 spell check
 Undo.
File format May include, but not limited to:
 CSV files
 doc files
 HTML pages
 PDF files
 SXW (star office) files
 RTF files
 Text files.
Storage device May include, but not limited to:
 disks
 CD
 DVD
 external hard drive, including universal serial bus (USB) flash drive
 internal hard drive
 Web storage space.
Images May include, but not limited to:
 clip art
 graphics
 Pictures.
Naming and May include, but not limited to:
storing/saving  authorized access
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documents  filenames according to organizational procedure
 filenames that are easily identifiable related to the content
 file or directory names which identify the operator, author, section
and date
 filing locations
 organizational policy for backing up files and filing hard copies of
documents
 security
 storage in folders and sub-folders
 storage on:
 hard disk drives
 CD-ROM
 Tape backup.
Printing May include, but not limited to:
 comments
 drawing objects
 field codes
 hidden text
 print merge
 print to file
 To fit a specific number of pages.
Design principles May include, but not limited to:
 data layout
 formatting
 Naming conventions.
Attributes May include, but not limited to:
 data type
 name
 Size.
Layout May include, but not limited to:
 display modes
 orientation
 Size.
Relationship May include, but not limited to:
 one-to-one
 one-to-many
 Many-to-many.
Objects May include, but not limited to:
 addition
 buttons

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 checkboxes
 drop down lists
 option buttons
 Text boxes.

Evidence Guide
Critical aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  use hardware and software
 navigate around the desktop
 use system features to perform tasks
 Save results of work.
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  basic parts of a computer and various hardware components
Attitudes  basic software operation and application packages
 basic computer functions, including security functions
 peripheral devices
 storage devices.
 Understanding of the purpose and specific functions of common
digital tools used in work contexts
 identify basic parts of a computer and various hardware components
 explain commonly used software operation and application
packages
 name basic security functions and computer functions
 list a range of peripheral devices that can be used with a personal
computer
 describe common computer storage devices.
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 communication skills to:
 communicate with peers and supervisors
 read and write basic workplace documents
 seek assistance and expert advice
 literacy skills to interpret user manuals and help functions
 technical skills to:
 apply basic keyboarding skills
 apply power-management settings
 back up and save information
 input user-access details for accessing a PC
 install and remove software
 manage mouse for different applications

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 save and retrieve files to and from various locations
 send and retrieve emails
 use peripheral and storage devices
 use the internet.
 Plans routine tasks with familiar goals and outcomes, taking some
limited responsibility for decisions regarding sequencing
 Enters information using familiar text types in a format appropriate
to environment
 Recognises textual information to determine and complete technical
functions
 Implement basic security requirements related to own tasks
 Recognise and respond to predictable routine problems related to
role in the immediate work context
Resources Implication Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Assessment Methods Competency may be assessed through:
 Interview / Written Test / Oral Questioning
 Observation / Demonstration
Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work
place setting

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level I
Unit Title Prepare working place for electrical building installation work
Unit Code EIS BEI1 04 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the required knowledge, skill and attitude to work
effectively to prepare surface for electric conduit, electric wire, electric
cable and other equipment’s.

Elements Performance Criteria

1. Plan and prepare 1.1. Work instructions, including plans, specifications, quality
requirements and operational details are obtained, confirmed and
applied
1.2. Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) are followed in
accordance with safety plans and policies
1.3. Sign and symbols are identified and implemented
1.4. Tools and equipment’s are selected to carry out tasks are
consistent with the requirements of the job, checked for
serviceability and any faults are rectified or reported prior to
commencement
1.5. Material quantity requirements are calculated in accordance with
plans and/or specifications
1.6. Materials appropriate to the work application are identified,
obtained, prepared, safely handled and located ready for use
1.7. Environmental protection requirements are identified for the
project in accordance with environmental plans and regulatory
obligations and applied
2. Prepare working 2.1. Preparation requirements are identified from site inspection and
places plans/specifications
2.2. Hazards, obstructions and attachments are removed, or
arrangements made for their removal
2.3. Surface preparation tools are selected and set up in accordance
with surface condition and job requirements
2.4. Tools are used to prepare surface in accordance with
manufacturers’ specifications and job requirements
2.5. All loose or protruding material is removed by sander/grinder
and brush so that surface is prepared to specification

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3. Clean up Work 3.1 Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled
area in accordance with legislation/regulations/ codes of practice and job
specification
3.2 Electrical tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained
and stored in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations
and standard work practices

Variables Range
Occupational May include, but not limited to:
Health & Safety  protective clothing and equipment,
(OH&S)
 use of tools and equipment,
 workplace environment and safety,
 handling of materials,
 use of firefighting equipment,
 organizational first aid,
 hazard control and hazardous materials and substances
Sign and symbols May include, but not limited to:
 Construction safety signs
 ISO standard electrical symbol
 Electrical safety signs and warnings
 Electrical drawing/circuit diagram symbols:
 Circuit diagrams
 Connection symbol
 Load symbol
 Socket symbol
 Switch symbol
 Symbol of fitting and fixture
 Size of wire symbol
 Numbers symbol
 Supply symbol
 Switch board symbol
 Conduit symbol
 Circuit breaker symbol
 Protective device symbol

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Materials May include, but not limited to:
 PVC channel/molding
 PVC conduit
 Wire
 Elbow
 PVC Circular Box
 Utility box
 Saddle
 Screw
 Cable Lugs
 Cable tie
 Thread ball
 Insulating clip
 Flexible conduit
 Electric soldering lead
 Plastic tape
 Cable (PVC, VIR)
Electrical Tools and  May include, but not limited to:
equipment  Electric hand drill
 Grinder
 Soldering Iron
 Megger tester
 Multi Meter/AVO Meter Electrical Installation and Maintenance
 Earth Tester
 reamers
 benders
 hole saws
 knock out/hole saw
 hack saw
 screwdrivers
 spirit level
 • pipe dies
 • pipes- PVC/metal
 • pipe vices
 • ladders
 • combination squares

Evidence Guide

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Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  demonstrate compliance with occupational health and
 applied safety regulations to work place operations
 carry out correct procedures prior to and during the
applied construction processes
 demonstrate safe and effective operational use of tools and
equipment
 give particular attention to specified cables and wires
 plan and prepare work area
 prepare materials for electrical installation works
 prepare place for construction tools and equipment
 apply quality requirements
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Electrical drawings and specifications interpretation
Attitudes  Tools, equipment and materials checking procedure
 Electrical components/materials checking techniques
 Tools used in laying out and methods/techniques in laying out
 Procedure and techniques in surface installation of electrical
utility boxes
 Methods of fixing electrical channel/molding and conduit on
surfaces
 Types of adhesives for fixing channels
 Method and techniques of bending channels
 Methods and techniques of bending PVC and metallic conduits
 Electrical wire Installation procedure for on open channels
 Electrical wire installation procedure on conduits
 Installation procedures of electrical metallic conduits, wire
ways, cable tray, telephone terminal cabinet and distribution
frame and cable bridge
 Cable pulling procedures
 Wire termination techniques
Underpinning Demonstrate skills to:
Skills  Checking of tools, equipment and materials for usability
Electrical Installation and Maintenance
 Gathering Electrical components/materials and checking for
operability and quality 2
 Drawing layout on the corresponding location in accordance
with electrical plan/drawing.
 Installing appropriate electrical utility boxes
 Bending of PVC conduit
 Installing wires on open channels
 Installing wires on conduits/enclosed channel
 Fitting cover into the fixed half part for channel/mold
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.

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Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work
Assessment place setting

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level I
Unit Title Prepare Technical Drawings
Unit Code EIS BEI1 05 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required to read and
interpret plans and specifications and produce sketches, orthographic
and sectional view drawings relevant to construction projects.

Elements Performance Criteria


2. Collate 1.1. OHS requirements associated with preparing basic building
information for drawings and documentation tasks and the workplace
drawings environment are adhered to.
1.2. Quality requirements of the company operations are recognized
and adhered to.
1.3. Tools and equipment selected are consistent with preparing
construction drawings and documentation, checked for
serviceability and any faults reported to supervisor.
1.4. Drawing type is selected from a range of drawings to suit job
requirements.
1.5. Key features, site dimensions and orientation, buildings, services
and features are identified for inclusion in drawings.
3. Create simple 2.1. Drawing medium is selected to suit job requirements.
sketches, 2.2. Simple two dimensional drawings and sketches are prepared
orthographic using standard drawing conventions.
drawings and 2.3. Simple three dimensional drawings and sketches are prepared
sectional views using standard drawing conventions.
2.4. Sectional details of simple building elements and elevations are
prepared using standard drawing conventions.
2.5. Common symbols and abbreviations are included using correct
format and conventions.
2.6. Title panels are prepared to enable verification that drawing used
is the latest version.
4. Develop 3.1. Purpose of specification is identified as they relate to building
specifications drawings.
3.2. Elements are identified as suitable for use in specifications.
3.3. Specification for a construction project is drafted using correct
format and conventions.

Variables Range
May include, but not limited to:
Occupational
Health and  protective clothing and equipment
 use of tools and equipment
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Safety(OHS)  workplace environment and safety
 handling of materials
 use of firefighting equipment
 organizational first aid
 hazard control and hazardous materials and substances
May include, but not limited to:
Tools and
Equipment  Pencil, pen and ink
 computer aided drafting
 graph paper
 cartridge paper or tracing paper
May include, but not limited to:
Key features
 shape of site, proposed building(s), roads
 easements, existing buildings/structures, services
 dimensions, types of structure, shape of structure
 type of construction, layout, service requirements
 location of plant and machinery
 vertical and horizontal measurements
May include, but not limited to:
Orientation
 relationship to the north compass point
 location of roads
 relationship to neighboring properties
May include, but not limited to:
Services
 drainage, sewerage, gas
 telephone and cable
 water and electricity
Drawing mediums May include, but not limited to:
 pencil, pen and ink
 computer aided drafting
 graph paper
 cartridge paper or tracing paper
May include, but not limited to:
Specifications
 quality of work,
 quality assurance
 nominated sub-contractors
 provision of site access/facilities
 details relating to performance including:
 standards of work
 tolerances
 material types and characteristics
 treatments and finishes

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Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  Locate,, interpret and apply of relevant information, standards
and specifications
 Produce sketches, orthographic drawings and sectional view
drawings for construction projects in compliance with standard
drawing conventions
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Features of plans and elevations including direction, scale, key,
Attitudes contours, symbols and abbreviations
 Commonly used General Construction symbols and
abbreviations
 The processes for application of scales in plan
preparation/interpretation
 Techniques for orienting/confirming the orientation of a plan
 Key features of formal job specifications
 Site and equipment safety requirements
 Project quality requirements
 General Construction terminology
 Basic calculations of heights, areas, volumes and grades
 Drawing techniques and conventions
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 Create simple sketches, orthographic drawings and sectional
views
 Comply with site safety plan, OHS regulations and
State/Territory legislation applicable to workplace operations
 Develop specifications
 Comply with organizational policies and procedures including
quality requirements
 Communicate and work effectively and safely with others
Resources Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implication including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview / Written Test
 Demonstration/ Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work
Assessment place setting

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical installation Level I
Unit Title Perform Bench work
Unit Code EIS BEI1 06 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the required knowledge, skills and attitude to perform
basic bench work and check the components for conformance to
specifications.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Layout and 1.1. Materials are selected according to the requirements specified in
mark the drawing.
dimensions/ 1.2. Dimensions/features are laid out and marked in accordance with
features on
drawing specifications using bench work tools and equipment.
work piece
1.3. Lay outing and marking are performed applying knowledge on
safety procedures and using personal protective devices.
2. Cut, chip and 2.1. Work pieces are clamped in work holding devices to avoid
file flat, damage and accidents.
rectangular or 2.2. Work pieces are cut, chipped or filed to within tolerance
round blocks specified in the drawing.
2.3. Broken or dull hacksaw blades are replaced according to
requirements
2.4. Bench work operations are performed applying knowledge on
safety procedures and using personal protective devices.
3. Drill, ream and 3.1. Hole is drilled, reamed, spot-faced and lapped to drawing
lap holes specification.
3.2. Drilling, reaming or lapping holes are performed according to
recommended sequence.
3.3. Operations are performed applying knowledge on safety
procedures and using personal protective devices.
4. Cut threads 4.1. Thread is cut to fit gage or mating screw, within tolerance given
using tap and in the blueprint
stock and die 4.2. Thread is cut in accordance with the recommended tapping
sequence
4.3. Thread cutting operations are performed applying knowledge on
safety procedures and using personal protective devices.

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5. Off-hand grind 5.1. Cut edges are honed and free of burrs.
cutting tools
5.2. Cutter is sharpened to conform to specifications.
5.3. Cutters are ground using appropriate cooling agents.
5.4. Cutting tool grinding is performed applying knowledge on
5.5. Safety procedures and using personal protective devices.

Variables Range
Materials May include but not limited to:
 Electrical wire
 Clamp
 Conduits
 Nail
 Junction box
 Switches
 Sockets
 Lamp
 Connectors
Bench work tools May include:
and Equipment  Drill Press
 Pedestal Grinder
 Surface plate
 Layout and marking tools
 Cutting tools (hacksaw, chisel, files)
 Drills, reamers, laps
 Thread cutting tools (taps and stock and die)
 Inspection and measuring tools (templates, vernier caliper,
micrometer, straight edge, gages, etc…)
Work holding May include:
Devices  Clamps
 Vises
Bench work May include:
operations
 Connect
 Terminate
 Layout and marking
 Cutting
 Chipping
 Filing
 Drilling, boring, counter boring, spot-facing

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 Lapping
 Reaming
 Thread cutting
 Off-hand grinding

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  Layout and marked dimensions/features on the work piece
 Cut, chip and fill work piece.
 Drill, ream and lap holes.
 Cut threads
 Perform off-hand grinding
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Shop safety practices:
Attitudes
 Safe working habits
 Identification of hazardous areas
 Protective clothing and devices
 Safe handling of tools, equipment and materials
 Housekeeping
 First-aid
 Fire extinguishers
 Drawing/Plans:
 Standard drawing symbols
 Orthographic and isometric drawings
 Shop mathematics:
 Basic arithmetic operations
 Fractions and decimals
 Percentages and ratios
 Conversion of units (English to metric)
 Trigonometric functions
 Computation of feed, cutting speed and machine rpm
 Measurements:
 Linear measuring tools (rules, vernier, micrometer, height gage)
 Geometrical tolerances
 Materials and related science
 Classification and mechanical properties of engineering
materials
 Bench work :
 Layout and marking tools
 Sawing, chipping, filing, lapping
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 Drilling, reaming, tapping
 External threading
 Off-hand grinding
 Connecting and terminating tools
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 Using bench work tools and equipment
 Using measuring instruments
 Operating drill press and grinders
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Competency should be accessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level I
Unit Title Use Electrical hand Tools and measuring devices
Unit Code EIS BEI 07 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required to use hand
and power tools, Electrical/Electronic measuring device in construction
work applications.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Identify hand 1.1 OHS requirements associated with the use of construction hand
and power tools and power tools, and the workplace environment, are adhered to
throughout the work
1.2 Quality assurance requirements for company operations are
identified and adhered to
1.3 Types of hand and power tools and their functions are identified
1.4 Power source(s), and access to power supply is recognized
2. Select 2.1. Hand tools are selected consistent with the needs of the job
appropriate 2.2. Hand tools are checked for serviceability and safety and any
hand tools faults reported to supervisor in accordance with workplace
requirements
2.3. Equipment is selected to hold, position or support material for
hand tools application
3. Use appropriate 3.1. Material is located and held in position for hand tool application
hand tools 3.2. Hand tools are safely and effectively used according to their
intended use
3.3. Hand tools are safely located when not in immediate use

4. Select 4.1. Appropriate personal protective equipment is selected, correctly


appropriate fitted and used
power tools 4.2. Power tools are selected consistent with the needs of the job in
accordance with conventional work practice
4.3. Power tools are visually checked for tags, serviceability/safety in
accordance with OH&S requirements and any faults reported to
supervisor in accordance with enterprise procedures
4.4. Equipment is selected to hold, position or support materials for
power tool application
5. Use appropriate 5.1 Material is located and held in position for power tool application
power tools 5.2 Power tools are safely and effectively used in application processes
5.3 Power tools are safely switched and located when not in use
6. Use electro- 6.1 Appropriate measuring device or equipment and setting are
measuring devices selected to achieve required outcome.
to measure variables 6.2 Appropriate connections are made to achieve required outcome
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according to standard operating procedure.
6.3 Readings are obtained and interpreted correctly and conversion into
the units of measurement made where necessary.
7.Clean up work 7.1 Work area is cleared in accordance with workplace procedures.
area and tools 7.2 Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored
in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations and workplace
procedures.
7.3 Documentation is completed in accordance with workplace
requirements.

Variables Range
Occupational May include, but not limited to:
Health and Safety  protective clothing and equipment,
(OHS)  use of tools and equipment,
 workplace environment and safety,
 handling of materials,
 use of firefighting equipment,
 use of first aid equipment,
 hazard control and hazardous materials and substances
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under
legislation, regulation and workplace policies and practices
Hand tools May include, but not limited to:
 Hacksaw, pipe cutters
 Cutting snips, screwdrivers, pipe wrenches
 Tube flaring tools
 Battery operated and manual drills
 Pipe bender, files and rasps
 Spirit levels, try squares
 Ladders, silicon gun and pipe dies
 Circular saw, hammer, brushing
 Punches, scrapers, chisels
 Wrenches, gouges
 Boring tools - auger, brace, grin let, hand drill
 Holding tools - vise grip, c-clamp, bench vice
 Threading tools - die and stock, taps
 Various types of brushes, sprayers, rollers, scraper and rasckets
Power tools May include sockets but not limited to:
 electric drills, power saw, cutter
 grinder, electric nibbler
 electric dies (up to 100mm)
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 PE and PPR welding machine
 compressed air and hydraulic tools and equipment
Measuring May include but not limited to:
devices  analogue/digital multimeters
 tong testers
 oscilloscopes
 potentiometers
 digital devices
Measurement May include but not limited to:
 voltage
 current
 frequency
 resistance
 power
 Temperature

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  select appropriate hand tools and power tools for the specific job
 adopted and carried out correct procedures prior to, during and after
use of hand and power tools
 followed work instructions, operating procedures and inspection
practices to use the listed construction hand and power tools for
their appropriate application ensuring
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge to:
Knowledge and  comparison measurements
Attitudes  comparison devices
 comparative measurements
 measuring devices
 electrical/electronic measurements
 drawings and specifications
 basic numeracy
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 Demonstrated compliance with occupational health and safety
regulations applicable to work place operations
 use appropriate hand tools and power tools
 clean and store hand tools and power tools
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
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Methods of Competency should be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level I
Unit Title Perform Conduit work
Unit Code EIS BEI2 08 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required to
effectively cut, bend and install electrical conduit associated with
electrical installation instrumentation, refrigeration, and air
conditioning systems or other related area in the metal, engineering
and maintenance industry.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Plan and prepare for 1.1 Installation is planned and prepared for, to ensure OH&S
installation policies and procedures are followed
1.2 The work is appropriately sequenced in accordance with
requirements.
1.3 Appropriate personnel are consulted to ensure the work is
coordinated effectively with others involved on the work site.
1.4 Conduits are obtained in accordance with established procedures
and comply with requirements.
1.5 Location in which conduits are to be installed is determined
from job requirements.
1.6 Materials necessary to complete the work are obtained in
accordance with established procedures and checked against job
requirements.
1.7  Organize tools and equipment  for given work and safe work
practice
2. Install conduits 2.1 OH&S policies and procedures for installing conduits are
followed.
2.2 Conduits are installed in accordance with requirements, without
damage or distortion to the surrounding environment or services
according to type of site and working condition.
2.3 Conduits are terminated and connected in accordance with
requirements installation techniques.
2.4 Unplanned events or conditions are responded to in accordance
with established procedures.
2.5 Approval is obtained in accordance with established procedures
from appropriate personnel before any contingencies are
implemented.
2.6 On-going checks of the quality of the work are undertaken in
accordance with established procedures.
 2.7 Install conduit to specifications and manufacturer's requirements
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cable hauling. 
3.1 Final inspections are undertaken to ensure the installed conduits
3. Inspect and notify
conforms to requirements.
completion of
3.2 Work completion is notified in accordance with established
work
procedures.

Variables Range
Tools and equipment May include but not limited to:
• electric hand drill
• drill bits
• cold chisel & files
• ball pein hammer
• reamers
• benders
• hole saws
• hack saw
• screwdrivers
• spirit level
• pipe dies
Type of site and May include but not limited to:
working conditions • domestic new and existing
• at height as per industry standards
• in confined space
• temperature variation
• damp and wet conditions
• indoors and out doors
• pipes- PVC/metal
• pipe vices
• ladders
• combination squares
Installation techniques May include but not limited to:
• surface mount
• flush mount
• PVC conduits
• PVC trunking
• metal not exceeding
• on masonry
• on steel
• with clamps
• with saddles
• on walls
• on floors
• on roofs
• access ways
• wood
Impediments to cable May include but not limited to:
hauling    construction debris

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 poor internal joints
 tapping
 finishing
 dismantling
 assembling
 reaming

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence • demonstrate safe working practices at all times;
• demonstrate the ability to cut bend and install electrical conduits
• communicate information about processes, events or tasks being
undertaken to ensure a safe and efficient working environment;
• take responsibility for the quality of their own work
• perform all tasks in accordance with standard operating procedures
• perform all related tasks to specification
• use accepted engineering techniques, practices, processes and
workplace procedures
The required Knowledge Demonstrate knowledge to:
and Attitudes • safety and work procedures:
• standards of quality
• installation tools and equipment
• materials used in installation
• materials used for conduits
• fabrication techniques
• installation techniques
• assembly/disassembly techniques
The required Skills Demonstrate skills to:
• handle ladders
• identify potential workplace hazards preventative measures
• work with electrically operated tools and equipment
• read and interpret simple freehand sketches
• measure accurately
• communicate effectively
• bend 900 ,and offsets in conduits
• cut, thread and ream conduits
• install PVC and metal conduits
Resources Implication Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including
work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace
practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Assessment Competency may be assessed through:

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 Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work
place setting

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level I
Unit Title Install PVC, Conduit and Wiring Systems
Unit Code EIS BEI1 09 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required for
Installation of electrical wiring systems, wiring systems using PVC
and Flexible Conduits.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Plan and prepare 1.1. The existing electrical supply is confirmed in accordance with
laid down procedure
1.2. Agreed procedures are followed to ensure the co-ordination of
site services and the activities of other trades
1.3. The means of electrical isolation is identified accurately prior to
commencing installation when required s
1.4. Isolation procedures are carried out to ensure a safe installation
in accordance with electrical regulations and approved
procedures
1.5. All locations are measured and marked out for wiring systems,
wiring enclosures, tools and equipment in accordance with
electrical regulations and to meet an agreed specification
1.6. The planned locations are checked for their sensitivity, visually
acceptable and are in accordance with other site services
2. Install wiring 2.1. The wiring systems, using PVC and Flexible Conduits are fixed
system safely and in accordance with relevant regulations and
manufacturers’ instructions
2.2. Test data is recorded in the format required by the job
specifications and quality assurance procedures
3. Inspect and notify 3.1. Report is done to relevant people those necessary variations to
completion of the planned program of work
work 3.2. The appropriate action is sought from the relevant people.

Variables Ranges
Tools and equipment May include, but not limited to:
 Electrical hand tools (pliers, screwdrivers, wrenched, wire
splices, knives)
 Testing instruments (multi-tester, mugger, high potential tester,
earth resistance tester)
 Labelling machine, ladders etc.

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Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills on:
Competence  Install wiring system using PVC and Flexible Conduits
 install electrical wiring systems, wiring enclosures and
equipment
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge on:
Knowledge and  The most effective methods of measuring, cutting to length and
Attitudes installing wiring systems and wiring enclosures.
 Organizational procedures for reporting variations to work schedules
 Health and Safety: the correct procedures for a safe isolation with
regard to:
 an assessment of safe working practice,
 correct identification of circuits to be isolated,
 correct test and proving instruments selected,
 use of correct testing methods, and
 Correct selection of devises for securing isolation.
 The implications for relevant parties of carrying out
 The importance of using personal protective equipment and safe
appropriate tools for specific jobs
 The hazards associated with using electrical equipment and plant
including their lifting, handling and fixing
 IEE wiring regulations as specified in the latest. National Standard for
Electrical Installations relevant to types and uses of wiring systems,
wiring enclosures and equipment all Pos
 Finding out about the principles of electrical theory which allow for the
safe installation of electrical wiring systems, wiring enclosures and
equipment.
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills on:
 Install electrical wiring systems, wiring enclosures and equipment
 Explain the most effective methods of fabricating wiring enclosures. The
authority issuing procedures for co-coordinating data on site services
 Interpret diagrams and drawings to find site services and the planned
location of the wiring systems, wiring enclosures and equipment
Resources Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implication including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Observation/Demonstration with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work
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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level I
Unit Title Connect and terminate electrical wiring
Unit Code EIS BEI1 10 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required to
connect, and terminate electrical wiring applies to construction
industry.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Prepare for 1.1 All work is undertaken safely and to workplace procedures and
electrical wiring standard requirements.
installation, 1.2 Materials are checked for correct specifications.
termination and 1.3 Preparation of work is undertaken or checked/inspected for
connection correct location and specifications.
2. Install electrical 2.1 Installations are made to specifications, manufacturers
wiring requirements and to safety and industry regulations
2.2 All conduit, and wiring are fixed to specifications.
2.3 All cables, wires, conductors and installations are marked/tagged
and labelled to specification.
2.4 All completed installations are tested for compliance.
2.5 All reports, documentation are completed correctly to required
specifications.
3.1 Connection and terminations are made to specifications
manufacturers' requirements and to safety and industry
requirements.
3.2 All brackets, clamps, holders etc. are adjusted and fixed to
specifications.
3. Connect electrical
3.3 All cables, wires, conductors and connections etc. are
wiring
marked/tagged and labelled to specification
3.4 All completed wiring and connections are tested for compliance
with specifications.
3.5 All reports and documentation are completed correctly to
required specifications.

Variables Range
Installation May include but not limited to:
• surface mount
• flush mount
• in PVC conduits
• in metal
• using mechanical connectors
• clamping

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• pin connection
connection and May include but not limited to:
termination  termination and connection of cords
• termination and connection of cables
• plugs sockets
• clamping of cables and wires, sealing entry points
where required
• soldered joints
• crimping
testing May include but not limited to:
• Continuity and resistance checks.
• insulation test
• polarity test
• specifications obtained from
electrical/electronic circuit drawings and
data sheets.

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence • demonstrate safe working practices at all times
• demonstrate the ability to select and use appropriate tools and
equipment
• demonstrate the ability to terminate and connect electrical wiring
• communicate information about tasks being undertaken to ensure
a safe and efficient working environment
• take responsibility for the quality of their own work
• perform all tasks in accordance with standard operating
procedures
• perform all related tasks to specification
• use accepted engineering techniques, practices, processes and
workplace procedures.
The required Demonstrate knowledge to:
Knowledge and • safety and work procedures
Attitudes • standards of quality
• installation tools and equipment
• materials used in installation
• connection of wiring
• bonding methods
• types of joints
• termination and connection methods
• installation methods
The required Skills Demonstrate skills to:
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• work safely to instructions
• select and use appropriate tools and
equipment
• use soldering tools and equipment
• handle materials
• select material and supplies
• join electrical wiring
• terminate electrical wiring
• apply quality assurance
Resources Implication Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information
on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated
work place setting

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level I
Unit Title Install wiring devices , lighting and auxiliary outlets
Unit Code EIS BEI1 11 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the required knowledge, skills and attitudes on
selecting and installing wiring devices, installing lighting
fixtures/switches and notifying completion of work of floor and wall
mounted outlets and auxiliary outlets.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Select wiring 1.1 Drawings are read and interpreted to determine job requirements
devices
1.2 Correct type and quantity of wiring devices and consumable
items are identified in line with job requirements
1.3 Tools and equipment are selected in line with job requirements
1.4 Correct PPE are identified and selected in line with safety
requirement
2. Install wiring 2.1 Safety procedures are followed based on safety regulations
system 2.2 Correct procedures for installation of wiring devices are
performed in line with job requirements
2.3 Schedule of work is followed based on agreed time, quality
standard and minimum wastage
2.4 Further instructions are sought if unplanned events or
conditions occur
2.5 On-going checking of quality of work is done in accordance with
instructions and requirements.
3.1 Safety procedures are followed
3.2 Correct procedures for installation of lighting fixture and
auxiliaries are performed in line with job requirements
3.Install lighting 3.3 Schedule of work is followed to ensure work is completed in an
fixture/ switches agreed time, to a quality standard and with a minimum waste
3.4 Further instructions are sought from a supervisor if unplanned
events or conditions occur.
3.5 On-going checks of quality of work are undertaken in accordance
with instructions and requirements.
4.1Final checks are made to ensure that work conforms with
instructions and to requirements
4.2 Supervisor is notified upon completion of work
4.Notify completion
4.3 Tools, equipment and any surplus resources and materials are,
of work
where appropriate, cleaned, checked and returned to storage in
accordance with established procedures
4.4 Work area is cleaned and made safe.

Variables Ranges
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wiring devices and May include, but not limited to:
consumable items
 Wiring devices:
 Floor outlet
 Ground fault current interrupting device
 Grounding type convenience outlet
 Light switches
 Consumable items:
 Wire nut
 Electrical tape
 rubber tap.
Tools and equipment May include, but not limited to:
 Screwdrivers
 Wire splicers
 Electrician knives
Personal Protective May include, but not limited to
Equipments(PPE)
 Working gloves
 Safety shoes
 Hard hat
Safety procedures May include, but not limited to:
 EBCS Code
 Safety standards
installation of wiring May include, but not limited to:
devices
 Horizontally and vertically aligned
 No gap between plate cover and wall
 Wire cut to requirement
 All bolts tightened for rigid mounting
lighting fixture May include, but not limited to:
 Lamps:
 Horizontally aligned against wall
 No gap between ceiling and lighting fixture base
 Wiring at junction box cut to requirement as required
 Lamps securely mounted
 Spotlights:

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 Horizontally aligned against wall
 No gap between ceiling and lighting fixture base
 Wiring at junction box cut to requirement as required
 Floodlights/spotlights securely mounted
 Track Lights:
 Wiring at junction box cut to requirement as required
 Track light mounted securely

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills on:
Competence  Install wiring system using PVC and Flexible Conduits
 install electrical wiring systems, wiring enclosures and
equipment
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge on:
Knowledge and  Organizational procedures for reporting variations to work
Attitudes schedules
 Health and Safety: the correct procedures for a safe isolation
with regard to:
 an assessment of safe working practice,
 correct identification of circuits to be isolated,
 correct test and proving instruments selected,
 use of correct testing methods, and
 Correct selection of devises for securing isolation.
 The implications for relevant parties of carrying out
 The importance of using personal protective equipment and safe
appropriate tools for specific jobs
 The hazards associated with using electrical equipment and plant
including their lifting, handling and fixing
 IEE wiring regulations as specified in the latest.
 Finding out about the principles of electrical theory which allow
for the safe installation of electrical wiring systems, wiring
enclosures and equipment.
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills on:
 Install electrical wiring systems, wiring enclosures and equipment
 Measure, cut to length and install wiring systems and wiring
enclosures.
 Apply the most effective methods of fabricating wiring enclosures.
The authority issuing procedures for co-coordinating data on site
services
 Interpret diagrams and drawings to find site services and the
planned location of the wiring systems, wiring enclosures and
equipment
Resources The following resources must be provided
Implication  Tools, equipment and facilities appropriate to processes

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or activities
 Materials relevant to the proposed activity
 Drawings, sketches or blueprint
Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Observation/Demonstration with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work
Assessment place setting

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level I
Unit Title Apply 5S Procedures
Unit Code EIS BEI1 12 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required to apply 5S
techniques to his/her workplace. It covers responsibility for the day-to-day
operations of the workplace and ensuring that continuous improvements of
Kaizen elements are initiated and institutionalized.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Prepare for work. 1.1. Work instructions are used to determine job requirements, including
method, material and equipment.
1.2. Job specifications are read and interpreted following working manual.
1.3. OHS requirements, including dust and fume collection, breathing
apparatus and eye and ear personal protection needs are observed
throughout the work.
1.4. Tools and equipment are prepared and used to implement 5S.
1.5. Safety equipment and tools are identified and checked for safe and
effective operation.
1.6. Kaizen Board (Visual Management Board) is prepared and used in
harmony with different workplace contexts.
2. Sort items. 2.1. Plan is prepared to implement sorting activities.
2.2. Cleaning activities are performed.
2.3. All items in the workplace are identified following the appropriate
procedures.
2.4. Necessary and unnecessary items are listed using the appropriate
format.
2.5. Red tag strategy is used for unnecessary items.
2.6. Unnecessary items are evaluated and placed in an appropriate place
other than the workplace.
2.7. Necessary items are recorded and quantified using appropriate
format.
2.8. Performance results are reported using appropriate formats.
2.9. Necessary items are regularly checked in the workplace.
3. Set all items in 3.1. Plan is prepared to implement set in order activities.
order. 3.2. General cleaning activities are performed.
3.3. Location/Layout, storage and indication methods for items are
decided.
3.4. Necessary tools and equipment are prepared and used for setting in
order activities.
3.5. Items are placed in their assigned locations.
3.6. After use, the items are immediately returned to their assigned
locations.
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3.7. Performance results are reported using appropriate formats.
3.8. Each item is regularly checked in its assigned location and order.
4. Perform shine 4.1 Plan is prepared to implement shine activities.
activities. 4.2 Necessary tools and equipment are prepared and used for shinning
activities.
4.3 Shine activity is implemented using appropriate procedures.
4.4 Performance results are reported using appropriate formats.
4.5 Regular shining activities are conducted.
5. Standardize 5S. 5.1. Plan is prepared and used to standardize 5S activities.
5.2. Tools and techniques to standardize 5S are prepared and
implemented based on relevant procedures.
5.3. Checklists are followed for standardize activities and reported to
relevant personnel.
5.4. The workplace is kept to the specified standard.
5.5. Problems are avoided by standardizing activities.
6. Sustain 5S. 6.1. Plan is prepared and followed to sustain 5S activities.
6.2. Tools and techniques to sustain 5S are discussed, prepared and
implemented based on relevant procedures.
6.3. Workplace is inspected regularly for compliance to specified standard
and sustainability of 5S techniques.
6.4. Workplace is cleaned up after completion of job and before
commencing next job or end of shift.
6.5. Situations are identified where compliance to standards is unlikely
and actions specified in procedures are taken.
6.6. Improvements are recommended to lift the level of compliance in the
workplace.
6.7. Checklists are followed to sustain activities and report to relevant
personnel.
6.8. Problems are avoided by sustaining activities.

Variable Range
OHS requirements May include, but not limited to:
 Legislation/Regulations/Codes of practice and enterprise safety policies
and procedures. This may include protective clothing and equipment,
use of tooling and equipment, workplace environment and safety,
handling of material, use of fire fighting equipment, enterprise first aid,
hazard control and hazardous materials and substances.
 Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under
legislation/regulations/codes of practice and workplace policies and
practices.
 Safe operating procedures are to include, but are not limited to the
conduct of operational risk assessment and treatments associated with
workplace organization.
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 Emergency procedures related to this unit are to include but may not be
limited to emergency shutdown and stopping of equipment,
extinguishing fires, enterprise first aid requirements and site evacuation.
Tools and equipment May include, but not limited to:
 Paint
 Hook
 Sticker
 Signboard
 Nails
 Shelves
 Chip wood
 Sponge
 Broom
 Pencil
 Shadow board/Tools board
Safety equipment and May include, but not limited to:
tools  Dust masks/goggles
 Glove
 Working cloth
 First aid and safety shoes
Items May include, but not limited to:
 Tools
 Jigs/Fixtures
 Materials/components
 Machine and equipment
 Manuals
 Documents
 Personal items (e.g. Bags, lunch boxes and posters)
 Safety equipment and personal protective equipment
 Other items which happen to be in the work area
The appropriate May include, but not limited to:
procedures  Steps for implementing 5S (sort, set in order and shine) activities.
 Written, verbal and computer based or in some other format.
Unnecessary items Are not needed for current production or administrative operation and
include but not limited to:
 Defective or excess quantities of small parts and inventory
 Out dated or broken jigs and dies
 Worn-out bits
 Out dated or broken tools and inspection gear
 Old rags and other cleaning supplies
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 Out dated posters, signs, notices and memos
 Some locations where unneeded items tend to accumulate
 In rooms or areas not designated for any particular purpose
 In corners next to entrances or exists
 Along interior and exterior walls
 Next to partitions and behind pillars
 Under the eaves of warehouses
 Under desks and shelves and in desk and cabinet drawers
 Near the bottom of tall stacks of items
 On unused management and production schedule boards
 In tools boxes that are not clearly sorted
Appropriate format May include, but not limited to:
 All items, necessary and unnecessary items.
Red tag A format prepared with a red color paper or card which is filled and
attached temporarily on the unnecessary items until decision is made. The
red tag catch people’s attention because red is a color that stands out. So to
fill and attach red tag on items, asks the following three questions:
 Is this item needed?
 If it is needed, is it needed in this quantity?
 If it is needed, does it need to be located here?
Necessary items Are required in the workplace for current production or administrative
operation in the amount needed.
Shine activity May include, but not limited to:
 Inspection
 Cleaning
 Minor maintenance May include, but not limited to:
 Tightening bolts
 Lubrication and Replacing missing parts
Tools and techniques May include, but not limited to:
to standardize 5S  5S Job Cycle Charts
 Visual 5S
 The Five Minute 5S
 Standardization level checklist
 5S checklist
 The five Whys and one How approach(5W1H)
 Suspension
 Incorporation and Use Elimination
 5S slogans
 5S posters
 5S photo exhibits and storyboards
 5S newsletter
 5S maps
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 5S pocket manuals
 5S department/benchmarking tours
 5S months
 5S audit
 Awarding system
 Big cleaning day
 Patrolling system May include, but not limited to:
 Top management Patrol
 5S Committee members and Promotion office Patrol
 Mutual patrol
 Self-patrol
 Checklist and Camera patrols
Relevant procedures May include, but not limited to:
 Assign 5S responsibilities
 Integrate 5S duties into regular work duties
 Check on 5S maintenance level
 OHS measures such as signage, symbols / coding and labelling of
workplace and equipment
 Creating conditions to sustain your plans
 Roles in implementation
Reporting May include, but not limited to:
 Verbal responses
 Data entry into enterprise database
 Brief written reports using enterprise report formats
Relevant personnel May include, but not limited to:
 Supervisors, managers and quality managers
 Administrative, laboratory and production personnel
 Internal/external contractors, customers and suppliers

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
Competence  Discuss how to organize KPT.
 Describe the pillars of 5S.
 Discuss the relationship between Kaizen elements.
 Implement 5S in own workplace by following appropriate procedures
and techniques.
Required Knowledge Demonstrates knowledge of:
and Attitudes  Kaizen principle, pillars and concept
 Key characteristic of Kaizen
 Elements of Kaizen
 Wastes/MUDA

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 Basics of KPT
 Aims, benefits and principles of KPT
 Stages of KPT
 Structure and role of the components of Junior KPT
 Concept and parts of Kaizen board
 Concept and benefits of 5S
 The pillars of 5S
 Three stages of5S application
 Benefits and procedure of sorting activities
 The concept and application of Red Tag strategy
 Relevant Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and environment
requirements
 Benefits and procedure of set in order activities
 Set in order methods/techniques
 Benefits and procedure of shine activities
 Inspection methods
 Planning and reporting methods
 Method of Communication
 Benefits of standardizing and sustaining 5S
 Tools and techniques to sustain 5S
 Ways to improve Kaizen elements
 Benefits of improving kaizen elements
 Relationship between Kaizen elements
Required Skills Demonstrates skills of:
 Participating actively in KPT
 Technical drawing
 Communication skills
 Planning and reporting own tasks in implementation of 5S
 Following procedures to implement 5S in own workplace
 Using sorting formats to identify necessary and unnecessary items
 Improving workplace layout following work procedures
 Preparing labels, slogans, etc.
 Reading and interpreting documents
 Observing situations
 Gathering evidence by using different means
 Recording activities and results using prescribed formats
 Working with others
 Solving problems by applying 5S
 Preparing and using kaizen board
 Preparing and using tools and equipment to implement and sustain 5S

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 Improving Kaizen elements by applying 5S
 Standardizing and sustaining procedures and techniques to avoid
problems
 Procedures to standardizing 5S activities
 Analysing and preparing shop layout of the workplace
 Standardizing and sustaining checklists
Resources Implication Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including
work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace
practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Competence may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Observation/Demonstration with Oral Questioning
Context of Assessment Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work
place setting.

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level II
Unit Title Demonstrate Care and Safety Practice
Unit Code EIS BEI2 01 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required to
understand, apply and satisfy safe practices in a work-like context. It
includes identifying and following procedures for hazards and risks,
monitoring and maintaining cleanliness and tidiness in work activities,
and reporting hazards and risks in appropriate ways. It may apply to
general OHS requirements and specific workplace policies and
procedures.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Follow safe 1.1 Find out about and describe typical hazards associated with
work procedure working with water.
1.2 Check relevant OHS, hazard control procedures and strategies to
ensure safe work practices and use them to assess ways to
overcome identified hazards.
1.3 Check and apply safety procedures for reporting hazards in the
work environment.
1.4 Use personal protective clothing and equipment specified in
safety and workplace procedures.
2. Maintain 2.1 Assess risks to personal wellbeing which may affect safe
personal performance and follow procedures to address them.
wellbeing in a 2.2 Follow procedures for maintaining a tidy and clean personal work
work area.
environment
3. Be aware of and 3.1 Identify situations that may endanger own safety and that of other
report on safety workers and report them.
of self and 3.2 Deal with incidents and injuries promptly and report them to
others appropriate people to contact when a problem arises.
3.3 Take part in activities to foster safe working.
4. Follow 4.1 Respond to a range of emergencies.
emergency 4.2 Follow emergency procedures.
procedures 4.3 Get help from team members and supervisors when needed.

Variable Range
Hazards May include but not limited to:
 Untidy work conditions, including poor hygiene practices and
unnecessary obstacles and equipment in work areas
 Moving machinery

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 Materials handling
 Working at heights
 Lifting objects
 Dangerous surfaces
 Movement of equipment, goods and vehicles
 Oxygen deficiency, toxic gases and confined spaces
 Volatile and toxic substances
 Live electrical conductors
 Sharps in water, including needles, glass and metal fragments
 Macerators and sharp mechanical devices
 Earth subsidence
 Failure of support systems
 High pressure water jets
 Drowning
 Traffic
 Bush navigation and survival
Hazard control May include but not limited to:
procedures  Emergency, fire and accident procedures
 Hazard identification and removal and hazard control
 Use of personal protective clothing and equipment
 Relevant manufacturer guidelines relating to the operation and use
of equipment
 Safety regulations
 Safe use of chemicals and toxic substances
Strategies to ensure May include but not limited to:
safe work practices  Manual handling procedures
 Correct posture
 Safe lifting and bending
 Using appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment
 Good hygiene and health maintenance
Personal protective May include but not limited to:
clothing and  Gloves
equipment  Masks
 Aprons
 Hair covering
 Uniform
 Safety headwear and footwear
 Safety glasses
 Two-way radios
 High visibility clothing
Risks to personal May include but not limited to:
wellbeing  Smoking, alcohol and drug use
 Lack of sleep
 Poor diet
 Lack of exercise
 Stress

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 Not using appropriate methods when lifting or moving heavy
objects
 Not wearing proper personal protective clothing
 Not using appropriate personal protective equipment
Appropriate people May include but not limited to:
 Supervisors
 Team leaders
 Other persons authorised or nominated by the organisation
Activities May include but not limited to:
 Problem solving meetings
 Suggestion schemes
 Regular communication with team leaders
 Training
 Information sessions
Emergencies May include but not limited to:
 Accidents, including those that do not result in injury
 Injuries such as cuts, scalds and burns
 Health conditions such as fainting, asthma attacks and allergic
reactions
 Spills and leakages of harmful gas and liquids
 Structural failures and breakages
 Fire
 Flooding
 Getting lost
 Power failures or shorts

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills in:
Competence  Identify potential water assignment hazards
 Understand and apply appropriate safety requirements and safe
work practices
 Use appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment
 Explain factors that contribute to personal wellbeing and explore
their effect on safety and performance
 Explain and apply procedures for proactively identifying and
reporting potential and actual threats to safety
 Explain and apply procedures for dealing with emergency
situations
Underpinning Must demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Procedures related to safe work practices to be followed in specific
Attitudes locations
 Location hazards and ways to minimise or remove them
 Equipment, materials and activities and the processes and
precautions for their use
 Personal protective clothing and equipment relevant to location and
activity
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 Relevant hygiene and safety standards
Underpinning Skills Must demonstrate skills to:
 Use literacy skills for interpreting safety information
 Use interpersonal and communication skills, including listening,
questioning and receiving feedback
 Report activity and location hazards, OHS incidents and related
action
 Solve or report problems identified when dealing with safety
hazards and applying appropriate hazard control procedures
 Use personal protective clothing and equipment appropriate for
safety risks
 Follow instructions
Resources  Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implication including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information
on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Competence may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview / Written Test / Oral Questioning
 Observation / Demonstration
Context of Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work
Assessment place setting

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical installation Level II
Unit Title Read and Interpret Plans and Specifications
Unit Code EIS BEI2 02 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required to read and
interpret plans and specifications relevant to construction operations. It
includes the identification of types of plans and drawings and their
functions, the recognition of commonly used symbols and
abbreviations, the identification of key features and specifications on a
site plan, the comprehension of written job specifications and the
recognition of document status and amendment detail.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Identify types of 1.1. Main types of plans and drawings used in the construction sector
drawings and of the industry are identified.
their functions. 1.2. Key features and functions of each type of drawing are identified.
1.3. Quality requirements of company operations are recognized and
adhered to.
1.4. Environmental requirements and controls are identified from job
plans, specifications and environmental plan.
2. Recognise 2.1. Title panel of project documentation is checked to verify latest
amendments. amendments to drawing.
2.2. Amendments to specifications are checked to ensure currency of
information and conveyed to others where appropriate.
3. Recognise 3.1. Construction symbols and abbreviations are recognized.
commonly used 3.2. Legend is located on project drawings, and symbols and
symbols and abbreviations are correctly interpreted.
abbreviations.
4. Locate and 4.1. Orientation of the plan with the site is achieved.
identify key 4.2. Key features of the site are identified and located.
features on a 4.3. Access to site is gained and services, main features, contours and
site plan. datum are identified.
5. Identify project 5.1. Dimensions for project and nominated locations are identified.
requirements. 5.2. Construction types and dimensions for nominated locations are
identified.
5.3. Environmental controls and locations are identified.
5.4. Location dimensions and tolerances for ancillary works are
identified.
6. Read and 6.1. Job specifications are identified from drawings, notes and
interpret job descriptions.
specifications. 6.2. Standards of work, finishes and tolerances are identified from the

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project specifications.
6.3. Material attributes are identified from specifications.

Variables Range
Plans and drawings may include but not limited to:
 construction plans
 cross-sectional plans
 dimensions and notes
 illustrations
 longitudinal plans
 project specifications
 site plans
 Electrical detail and specification providing illustrations and
dimensions
 Structural detail and specification providing illustrations and
dimensions.
Key features may include but not limited to:
 characteristics
 compatibility
 construction
 location
 pattern dimension
 quantities
 sizes
 type of product or service.
Quality may include but not limited to:
requirements  Ethiopian standards
 internal company quality policy and standards
 manufacturer specifications, where specified
 Workplace operations and procedures.
Environmental may include but not limited to:
requirements  clean-up management
 Waste management.
Project may include but not limited to:
documentation  contracts
 drawings
 schedule of rates
 specifications
 standard procedures and practices
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 work schedules.
Specifications may include but not limited to:
 detail relating to materials and quality of work, quality
assurance, nominated subcontractors, and provision of site
access/facilities
 details relating to performance, including:
 characteristics
 material types
 standards of work
 tolerances
 treatments and finishes.
Information may include but not limited to:
 diagrams or sketches and graphics
 instructions issued by authorized organizational or external
personnel
 manufacturer specifications and instructions
 maps
 material safety data sheets (msds)
 memos
 organization work specifications and requirements.
 plans and specifications
 regulatory and legislative requirements pertaining to operations
and the environment
 relevant ethiopian standards
 safe work procedures related to construction site operations
 signage
 verbal or written and graphical instructions
 work bulletins
 work schedules.
Material attributes may include but not limited to:
 characteristics
 construction requirements
 treatments and finishes
 types
Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to
Competence  Locate, interpret and apply relevant information, standards and
specifications
 Comply with site safety plan, OHS regulations and state and
territory legislation applicable to workplace operations
 Comply with organizational policies and procedures, including

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quality requirements
 Communicate and work effectively and safely with others
 For a minimum of two different projects, read and interpret the
project plans, including:
 Confirmation of amendment status and drawings confirmed 'for
construction'
 Orientation of plans to the ground
 Six key features on both the plan and the site
 Confirmation of six items of information from the title block of the
project plans
 Six construction dimensions, levels and locations from the project
plans
 Six ancillary works dimensions, levels and locations from the
project plans
 For a minimum of two formal specifications, identify the
dimensions, material requirements and processes to be followed.
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge to:
Knowledge and  Enable clear and direct communication, using questioning to identify
Attitudes and confirm requirements, share information, listen and understand
 Read and interpret:
 Documentation from a variety of sources
 Drawings and specifications
 Use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences
 Use and interpret non-verbal communication, such as hand
signals
 Identifying and accurately reporting to appropriate personnel
any faults in tools, equipment or materials
 Numeracy skills to apply measurements and make calculations,
including heights, areas, volumes and grades
 Organizational skills, including the ability to plan and set out
work
 Teamwork skills to work with others to action tasks and relate
to people from a range of cultural and ethnic backgrounds and
with varying physical and mental abilities:
Underpinning Demonstrate skills to:
Skills  Enable clear and direct communication, using questioning to
identify and confirm requirements, share information, listen and
understand
 Read and interpret documentation from a variety of sources
 Read and interpret drawings and specifications
 Use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences
 Use and interpret non-verbal communication, such as hand
signals
 Identify and accurately reporting to appropriate personnel any
faults in tools, equipment or materials
 Numeracy skills to apply measurements and make calculations,
including heights, areas, volumes and grades
 Organizational skills, including the ability to plan and set out
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 Teamwork skills to work with others to action tasks and relate to
people from a range of cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with
varying physical and mental abilities
 Use a range of mobile technology, such as two-way radio and
mobile phones
 Voice and hand signals to access and understand site-specific
instructions.
Resources Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including
Implication work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace
practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Competency must be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency may be assessed in the workplace or in simulated
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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level II
Unit Title Install Wiring Systems Using Conduits
Unit Code EIS BEI2 03 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required to Install
electrical wiring systems using conduit. Cabling/wiring support and
protection: Including cable enclosure, ducts, trucking, roughing and
cable trays and conduits, cable supports, aerial systems, catenary
systems, underground systems, cable harnesses and looms.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Plan and prepare 1.7. The existing electrical supply is confirmed in accordance with
laid down procedure
1.8. Agreed procedures are followed to ensure the co-ordination of
site services and the activities of other trades
1.9. The means of electrical isolation is identified accurately prior to
commencing installation when required
1.10. Isolation procedures are carried out to ensure a safe installation in
accordance with electrical regulations and approved procedures
1.11. All locations are measured and marked out for wiring systems,
wiring enclosures, tools and equipment in accordance with
electrical regulations and to meet an agreed specification
1.12. The planned locations are checked for their sensitivity, visually
acceptable and are in accordance with other site services
2.Install conduit 2.1 OH&S policies and procedures for installing conduits are followed.
2.2Conduits are installed in accordance with requirements, without
damage or distortion to the surrounding environment or services
according to type of site and working condition.
2.3 Conduits are terminated and connected in accordance with
requirements installation techniques.
2.4 Unplanned events or conditions are responded to in accordance
with established procedures.
2.5 Approval is obtained in accordance with established procedures
from appropriate personnel before any contingencies are
implemented.
2.6 On-going checks of the quality of the work are undertaken in
accordance with established procedures.
2.7 Install conduit to specifications and manufacturer's requirements
ensuring that internal surfaces are free from impediments to cable
hauling 
3. Install wiring 3.1 The wiring systems, wiring enclosures and equipment fixed safely
system and in accordance with relevant regulations and manufacturers’

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instructions
3.2 Test data is recorded in the format required by the job
specifications and quality assurance procedures
3.3 Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) policies and procedures for
installing electrical wiring systems are followed.
3.4 Wiring systems are installed to meet requirements, without damage
or distortion to the surrounding environment or services.
4. Inspect and
4.1 Report is done to relevant people those necessary variations to the
notify
planned programmed of work
completion of
4.2 The appropriate action is sought from the relevant people.
work

Variables Ranges
Tools and May include but not limited to:
equipment  electrical hand tools (pliers, screwdrivers, wrenched, wire splices,
knives)
 testing instruments (multi-tester, megger, high potential tester,
earth resistance tester)
 labelling machine, ladders, hacksaw, bender etc.

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  Install wiring system
 Explain and apply how to install electrical wiring systems, wiring
enclosures and equipment
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Organizational procedures for reporting variations to work schedules
Attitudes  Health and Safety: the correct procedures for a safe isolation with
regard to:
 An assessment of safe working practice,
 Correct identification of circuits to be isolated,
 Correct test and proving instruments selected,
 Use of correct testing methods, and
 Correct selection of devises for securing isolation.
 The importance of using personal protective equipment and safe
appropriate tools for specific jobs
 The hazards associated with using electrical equipment and plant
including their lifting, handling and fixing
 IEE wiring regulations as specified in the latest. National Standard
for Electrical Installations relevant to types and uses of wiring
systems, wiring enclosures and equipment all Pos
 Finding out about the principles of electrical theory which allow for
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the safe installation of electrical wiring systems, wiring enclosures
and equipment.
Underpinning Demonstrate skills to:
Skills  Install electrical wiring systems, wiring enclosures and equipment.
 Cut to length and installing wiring systems and wiring enclosures.
The most effective methods of fabricating wiring enclosures. The
authority issuing procedures for co-coordinating data on site
services
 Interpret diagrams and drawings to find site services and the planned
location of the wiring systems,
 wiring enclosures and equipment
Resources Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implication including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview/written test
 Observation/demonstration
Context of Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work
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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level II
Unit Title Connect and Terminate Electrical Wiring System
Unit Code EIS BEI2 04 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and altitude required to
connect and terminate electrical wiring system and equipment using
safe and approved methods. Installation is planned and prepared to
ensure OH&S policies and procedures are followed, the work is
appropriately sequenced in accordance with requirements

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Plan and prepare 1.1 Installation is planned and prepared to ensure OH&S policies
and procedures are followed, the work is appropriately
sequenced in accordance with requirements
1.2 Appropriate personnel are consulted to ensure the work is
coordinated effectively with others involved on the work site
1.3 Wiring systems’ components are checked against job
requirements
1.4 Fitting Accessories are obtained in accordance with
established procedures and to comply with requirements
1.5 Location in which specific items of accessories, apparatus and
circuits are to be installed is determined from job requirements
1.6 Materials necessary to complete the work are obtained in
accordance with established procedures and checked against
job requirement
1.7 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the
installation work are obtained in accordance with established
procedures and checked for correct operation and safety
1.8 Preparatory work is checked to ensure no unnecessary damage
has occurred and complies with requirements
2. Perform installation 2.1 OH&S policies and procedures for installing electrical wiring
and termination of systems are followed
wiring system 2.2 Wiring systems are installed in accordance with requirements,
without damage or distortion to the surrounding environment
or services
2.3 Terminations/connections are made to specifications,
manufacturers' requirements and to safety and industry
requirements.
2.3 Accessories are terminated and connected in accordance with
requirements
2.4 Unplanned events or conditions are responded to in accordance
with established procedures

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2.5 Approval is obtained in accordance with established
procedures from appropriate personnel before any
contingencies are implemented
3.Connect wiring 3.1 Make connections in accordance with specifications and comply
system and equipment with IEE wiring regulations as specified in the most recent
Standard for Electrical Installations
3.2 Check the connections are electrically and mechanically sound,
and ensure that they are identified correctly and clearly
3.3 Where appropriate, take safe and sensible action to remedy any
identified defects after connection has taken place
3.4 All conduit and wiring are fixed to specifications.
3.5 All cables, wires, conductors and installations are
marked/tagged and labelled to specification.
4.1 Final inspections are undertaken to ensure the installed
4. Inspect and notify
apparatus conforms to requirements
completion of work
4.2 Work completion is notified in accordance
5.Clean up 5.1 Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or
recycled in accordance with legislation/regulations/codes of
practice and job specification
5.2 Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained
and stored in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations
and standard work practices

Variables Range
Tools and Equipment may include but not limited to:
 electrical hand tools (pliers, screwdrivers, wrenched, wire
splices, knives)
 testing instruments (multi-tester, megger, high potential tester,
earth resistance tester)
 insulation tap (connector)

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of
Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence
 Perform installation and termination of wiring system
 Explain the complexity of an electric installation
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge to:
Knowledge and  Use of correct testing methods
Attitudes  The requirements of an inspection with regard to: - selection,
identification and connection of conductors - protection against
contact and fire - labeling, access to switchgear and equipment
 Availability of danger, warning notices, diagrams and
instructions

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 Testing that takes place under live conditions
 The principles of electrical theory for the inspection, testing and
terminating of electrical wiring systems and equipment
 Types, their advantages and limitations of different electrical
connections
 The approved procedures and requirements for terminating the
installation
 Establishing which connections in circuits and protective
conductors including connections to terminals are suitable for
the purpose for which they are being used
 The implications on the choice of connections with regard to
permanent or temporary purposes
 Best practice with regard to methods of testing, their inter-
relationship and sequence
 Requirements of joints and connections to be of strength and
conductance to allow for the passage of fault currents and to
prevent corrosion
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 Correct test and proving instruments selected
 Choose the right instruments for the test
 approved reporting procedures
 Carry out the tests and the effect on equipment not part of the
fixed installation
 Interpret diagrams and drawings to facilitate the connection of
wiring systems, wiring enclosures and equipment
 Explain and prove whether a connection is electrically and
mechanically sound.
Resources Implication Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information
on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated
work place setting

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level II
Unit Title Install Electrical Circuit Protection
Unit Code EIS BEI2 05 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes on planning and
preparing work required in installing electrical protection systems
such as safety switch fuse cut-out, high/low voltage switch gear,
earth leakage circuit breaker, conventional atmospheric lightning
protection and grounding system.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Plan and prepare 1.1 Instructions for the preparation of the work activity are
for fault findings communicated and confirmed to ensure clear understanding
1.2 Tools, equipment and Personal protective equipment
(PPE )needed to install electrical wiring are identified,
checked to ensure they work correctly as intended and are safe
to use in accordance with established procedures
1.3 Materials needed for work are obtained in accordance with
established procedures
2. Install electrical 2.1Safety procedures are followed throughout the process of
protection system installation
2.2Correct procedures for installation of electrical protection
system are performed in line with job requirements and PEC
2.3Schedule of work is followed to ensure work is completed in an
agreed time, to a quality standard and with a minimum waste
2.4Further instructions are sought from a supervisor if unplanned
events or conditions occur
2.5On-going checks of quality of work are done in accordance with
instructions and requirements
3. Notify completion 3.1 Final checks are made to ensure the work conforms with
of work instructions and requirements
3.2 Supervisor is notified upon completion of work
3.3 Tools, equipment and any surplus resources and materials are,
where appropriate, cleaned, checked and returned to storage
in accordance with established procedures
3.4 Work area is cleaned and made ready for next task
4. Clean up 4.1 Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or
recycled in accordance with legislation/regulations/codes of
practice and job specification
4.2 Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and
stored in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations
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and standard work practices

Variables Range
Tools and Equipment may include but not limited to:
 pliers
 screwdrivers
 wrenches
 wire splicers
 knives
Personal protective may include but not limited to:
equipment (PPE)  working gloves
 safety shoes
 hard hat
Safety procedures may include but not limited to:
 Ethiopian Electrical code
 industrial safety
Installation may include but not limited to:
 horizontally and vertically aligned
 rigidly anchored to wall
 installed with clearance to wall/other boxes for cover to open
freely
 enough clearance for cover opening for flush mounted
Electrical protection may include but not limited to:
system  safety switch fuse cut-out
 high/low voltage switch gear
 earth leakage circuit breaker
 conventional atmospheric lightning protection
 grounding system

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  Correctly interpret work instructions
 Select appropriate tools, equipment and materials for installation
of electrical protection system.
 Select and used correct PPE and follow safety procedures
 Demonstrate correct procedures on installation of electrical
protection systems including safety switch fuse cut-out, high/low
voltage switch gear, earth leakage circuit breaker, conventional
atmospheric lightning protection and grounding system
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge to:
Knowledge  Ethiopian Building regulations, National Standard for Electrical
Installations
 Compliance with OHS policy and procedures and infection
control guidelines and procedures related to the electricity role
 Use of correct testing methods
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 Personal hygiene and personal protection
 Electrical safe working practices
 Electricity waste disposal methods Hazards associated with using
electrical equipment and plant including their lifting, handling
and fixing
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 Correct test and proving instruments selected
 Choose the right instruments for the test
 check test instruments using appropriate method and in
calibration
 Read and understand wiring diagrams and be familiar with
measuring instruments
 Install electrical wiring systems, wiring enclosures and equipment
 Clean worksite, tools and equipment
 Store surplus materials
 Use personal protective equipment and safe appropriate tools for
specific jobs
Resources The following resources must be provided
Implication  Tools, equipment and facilities appropriate to processes or
activities
 Materials relevant to the proposed activity
 Drawings, sketches or blueprint
Methods of Competence may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview/written test
 Observation/demonstration (Project Work)
Context of Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated
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Unit Title Install Reception Antennae and Signal Distribution Equipment
Unit Code EIS BEI2 06 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and altitude of installation,
positioning and securing of terrestrial and satellite arrays and dishes
and associated amplifiers and the reticulation of cables and connection
of multiple access outlets and associated equipment. It encompasses
safe working practices, selection of antennae and distribution
components, installation techniques, use of testing devices and
following written and oral instruction and procedures.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Prepare to install 1.1 OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained
and set-up and understood through established routines.
reception antennae 1.2 Established OHS risk control measures are followed in
and signal preparation for the work.
distribution 1.3 Safety hazards, which have not previously been identified, are
systems. reported and advise on risk control measures, are sought from the
work supervisor.
1.4 The nature and location of the work is obtained from work
supervisor or other appropriate person to establish the scope of
work to be undertaken.
1.5 Advice is sought from the work supervisor and/or other
appropriate person to ensure the work is co-ordinate effectively
with others.
1.6 Sources of materials that may be required for the work are
established in accordance with established routines
1.7 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the
work are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety.
2. Install reception 2.1 Established OHS risk control measures for carrying out the work
antennae and signal are followed.
distribution 2.2 Circuits/components are checked as being isolated where
systems. necessary in strict accordance OHS requirements and procedures.
2.3 The optimum location for an antenna to be installed is determine
from signal tests and limitation imposed by the customer and
regulation.
2.4 Accessories are installed straight and square in the required
locations and within acceptable tolerances.
2.5 Cables and conductors are terminated at accessories in
accordance with manufacture’s specifications and regulatory
requirements.
2.6 Procedures for referring non-routine events to immediate

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supervisor for directions are followed.
2.7 The installation is carried out efficiently without waste of
materials or damage to apparatus, circuits or the surrounding
environment and using sustainable energy practices.
3. Set-up reception 3.1 OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are
antennae and signal followed.
distribution systems 3.2 Adjustments are made to the antenna and the system to optimize
and report. reception at each outlet.
3.3 Work site is cleaned and made safe in accordance with established
procedures.
3.4 Work supervisor is notified of the completion of the installation
work in accordance with established routines.

Variables Rang
Tools, equipment May include but not limited to:
and testing devices  wrench
 combination (plier)
 screw driver
 splicer
 cutter
 mustimeter
 finder
Cables and May include but not limited to:
conductors  coaxial cable
 Fiber cable
 Copper cable

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge to:
Competence  Read and interpret drawings of circuit arrangements and
component locations
 Place and secure antenna and accessories accurately
 Maintain fire integrity.
 Terminate cable and conductors correctly.
 Adjust for optimum reception at each outlet.
 Deal with unplanned events by drawing on essential knowledge
and skills to provide appropriate solutions incorporated in a
holistic assessment with the above listed items.
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  signal reception
Attitudes  Types of transmission lines
 Characteristic impedance
 Attenuation
 Bandwidth
 Standing waves
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 Antenna distribution systems
 common faults of antenna
 Risk management and assessment of risk encompassing:
 Principle and purpose of risk management, and
 Processes for conducting a risk assessment
 Hazards associated with low-voltage, extra-low voltage and high-
currents encompassing:
 Parts of an electronic systems and equipment that operate at low-
voltage and extra-low voltage,
 Parts of an electronic systems and equipment where high-currents are
likely.
 Risks and control measures associated with high-voltage encompassing:
 Parts of an electronic systems and equipment that operate at high-
voltage
 Risks and control measures associated with low voltage encompassing:
 Risks associated with installation, fault finding, maintenance and
repair.
 Control measures before, while and after working on electronic
systems or equipment
 Risks and restrictions in working live.
 Control measures for working live.
 Checking and storage methods for maintaining the safety of testing
devices.
 Isolation and tagging-off procedures
 Safety, selection, use, maintenance and care of test equipment
encompassing:
 Safety characteristics of electrical testing devices,
 Chemical cleaning solvents, glues and joining wastes used in
electronics,
 Safe use of electrical testing device, and
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills in:
 Assemble and install TV antennas
 Install transmission lines
 Show small distribution system design practically
 Install satellite receivers
 finding fault of antenna
 Test, find Fault and repair
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including
Implications work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace
practices and OHS practices.
Method of Competency should be accessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Assessment Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
simulated environment

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level II
Unit Title Terminate signal and data cables
Unit Code EIS BEI2 07 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required to
terminate signal and data cables. It includes identify
conductors/cables, connect and terminate cables and fix /secure
cables.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Identify 1.1 Cables and conductors are identified using appropriate
conductors/cables technique.
1.2 Cables and conductors are labelled in accordance with
specification.
2. Prepare cable 2.1 Termination requirements and specifications are obtained and
understood.
2.2 Cable ends are prepared to specifications utilizing appropriate
tools and techniques.
3.1 Cables are terminated to specifications utilizing appropriate tools
3. Terminate and and techniques
fix/secure cables 3.2 Terminations are tested /examined for compliance with
specifications and procedures.
4. cables 4.1 Cables are fixed/secured in accordance with standard operating
procedures and specifications
4.2. Appropriate fixing/securing techniques are utilized.

Variables Range
Cables and conductors May include but not limited to:
• signal cables;
• communication cables;
• extra low voltage power and control cables
Terminations May include but not limited to:
• solder
• crimp
• wire wrap non-insulated and pre-insulated
• connectors
• multi-terminal plugs and sockets
• co-axial
• terminal blocks
Specifications and May include but not limited to:
procedures • circuit drawings
• data sheets

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• instructions
Fixing /securing May include but not limited to:
• the use of clamps,
• cable ties,
• bolting, screwing

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence • demonstrate safe working practices at all times
• demonstrate the ability to select and use appropriate tools and
equipment
• demonstrate the ability to terminate signal and data cables
• communicate information about tasks being undertaken to ensure
a safe and efficient working environment
• take responsibility for the quality of their own work
• perform all tasks in accordance with standard procedures
• perform all related tasks to specification
• use accepted engineering techniques, practices, processes and
workplace procedures
The required Demonstrate knowledge to:
Knowledge and • safety and work procedures:
Attitudes • standards of quality
• installation tools and equipment
• types of signal and data cables
• materials used in installation
• connection of wiring
• fixing methods
• types of joints
• termination and connection methods
• installation methods
The required Skills Demonstrate skills to:
• work safely to instructions
• select and use appropriate tools and
equipment
• use terminating tools and equipment
• handle materials
• select material and supplies
• join signal and data cables
• terminate signal and data cables
• apply quality assurance
Resources Implication Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information
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on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated
work place setting

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical installation Level II
Conduct In-Service Safety Testing of Electrical Cord Connected
Unit Title
Equipment and Cord Assemblies
Unit Code EIS BEI2 08 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required to safety
test electrical cord connected equipment and cord assemblies. It
encompasses working safely, using portable apparatus tester,
identifying faults, applying tagging, arranging for repair of faulty
equipment and complete testing documentation.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Prepare to test 1.1. OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained
cord connected and understood.
apparatus and 1.2. OHS risk control work preparation measures and procedures are
cord assemblies followed.
1.3. Advice is sought from an appropriate person to minimize
disruption to the work place.
1.4. Cord connected apparatus and cord assemblies to be tested are
obtained.
1.5. Portable apparatus testing device is checked for correct
operation and safety.

2. Test cord 2.1. OHS risk control work measures and procedures are followed.
connected 2.2. Measures are followed to ensure that cord connected apparatus
apparatus and and cord assemblies to be tested are not connected to the electrical
cord assemblies supply
2.3. Knowledge of electrical safety requirements and parameters are
applied to safety testing to ensure correct interpretation of test
results.
2.4. Visual checks of the cord connected apparatus and cord
assemblies are carried out in accordance with established
procedures to detect any abnormal or obvious damage or fault.
2.5. Approval is obtained in accordance with established procedures
from appropriate personnel, before any contingencies are
implemented.
2.6. Established PAT routines are followed to test cord connected
apparatus and cord assemblies.
2.7. Unsafe cord connected apparatus and cord assemblies are
identified from test results
2.8. Testing is undertaken effectively with minimum waste of
energy and damage to apparatus.
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3. Tag tested cord 3.1. OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are
connected followed.
apparatus and 3.2. Work site is cleaned and made safe in accordance with
cord assemblies established procedures.
and document 3.3. Cord connected apparatus and cord assemblies are tagged
testing activities according to their safety status.
3.4. Arrangements are made for unsafe cord connected apparatus
and cord assemblies to be repaired by a recognized competent
person.
3.5. Safety testing activities are documented in accordance with
requirements and established routines procedures.

Variables Range
cord connected May include but not limited to:
apparatus  copper
 aluminum
 tinned copper connector
Testing May include but not limited to:
 before the supply is connected
 with the supply is connected
 testing of polarity

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge to:
Competence  Prepare the portable apparatus tester
 Connect cords and apparatus to the testing apparatus
 Use test results to establish the safety status
 Identify safe and unsafe cords and apparatus
 Apply appropriate tagging
 Document testing activities
 Deal with unplanned events by drawing on essential knowledge
and skills to provide appropriate solutions incorporated in a
holistic assessment with the above listed items
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Basic electrical circuits
Attitudes  Functions of electrical circuit
 Conductors and insulators
 Basic electrical supply system
 Relationship of electrical quantities
 Effects of electrical currents
 Methods/devices used to negate or minimize electrical shock
 Portable Appliance Testers (PAT)
 PAT maintenance and calibration
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 Testing and tagging documentation requirements
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills in:
 Apply basic electrical testing
 Document the risk assessed.
 frequency of inspection and testing
 tagging of equipment
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Method of Competency should be accessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level III
Unit Title Install Electrical Apparatus
Unit Code EIS BEI2 09 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and altitude needed for
Installation of electrical apparatus. Apparatus is obtained in
accordance with established procedures and to comply with
requirements.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Plan and prepare 1.1 Installation is planned and prepared to ensure OH&S policies
and procedures are followed
1.2 The work is appropriately sequenced in accordance with
requirements
1.3 Appropriate personnel are consulted to ensure the work is
coordinated effectively with others involved on the work site
1.4 Apparatus is checked against job requirements
1.5 Apparatus is obtained in accordance with established
procedures and to comply with requirements
1.6 Location in which apparatus is to be installed is determined
from job requirements
1.7 Materials necessary to complete the work are obtained in
accordance with established procedures and checked against
job requirements
1.8 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the
installation work are obtained in accordance with established
procedures and checked for correct operation
1.9 Safety preparatory work is checked to ensure no unnecessary
damage has occurred and complies with requirements
2. Install apparatus 2.1 OH&S policies and procedures for installing electrical
apparatus are followed
2.2 Apparatus are installed in accordance with requirements,
without damage or distortion to the surrounding environment
or services
2.3 Variation to apparatus installation is carried out in accordance
to customer/client requirements
2.4 Apparatus are terminated and connected in accordance with
requirements
2.5 Unplanned events or conditions are responded to in
accordance with established procedures
2.6 Approval is obtained in accordance with established
procedures from appropriate personnel before any
contingencies are implemented. On-going checks of the
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quality of the work are undertaken in accordance with
established procedures.
2.7 Install electrical apparatus with several wire (green/yellow)
for protection earth on Metal body
3. Inspect and notify 3.1 Final inspections are undertaken to ensure the installed
completion of work apparatus conforms to requirements
3.2 Work completion is notified in accordance with established
procedures.
4. Clean up 4.1 Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or
recycled in accordance with legislation/regulations/codes of
practice and job specification
4.2 Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained
and stored in accordance with manufacturers’
recommendations and standard work practices

Variable Range
Tools and equipment May include but not limited to:
 Electrical hand tools (pliers, screwdrivers, wrenched, wire
splices, knives)
 Testing instruments (multi-tester, megger, high potential
tester, earth resistance tester)

Evidence Guide Description


Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  Install apparatus.
 Coordinate effectively with others involved on the work site
and work independently
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Ethiopian Building regulations, National Standard for
Attitudes Electrical Installations
 Compliance with OHS policy and procedures and infection
control guidelines and procedures related to the electricity role
 Personal hygiene and personal protection
 Methods for checking test instruments are functional and in
calibration
 Electrical safe working practices
 Electricity waste disposal methods
 Hazards associated with using electrical equipment and plant
including their lifting, handling and fixing
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 Correct test and prove instruments selected.
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 Use correct testing methods
 Choose the right instruments for the test
 Read and understand wiring diagrams and be familiar with
measuring instruments
 Install electrical wiring systems, wiring enclosures and
equipment .
 Use personal protective equipment and safe appropriate tools
for specific jobs
Resources Implication Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information
on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Assessment Competency may be assessed through:
 Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration /Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated
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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level II
Unit Title Prevent and Eliminate MUDA
Unit Code EIS BEI2 10 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required by a worker
to prevent and eliminate MUDA/wastes in his/her workplace by applying
scientific problem-solving techniques and tools to enhance quality,
productivity and other kaizen elements on continual basis It covers
responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the work and ensures
Kaizen Elements are continuously improved and institutionalized.

Element Performance Criteria


1. Prepare for work. 1.1. Work instructions are used to determine job requirements, including
method, material and equipment.
1.2. Job specifications are read and interpreted following working
manual.
1.3. OHS requirements, including dust and fume collection, breathing
apparatus and eye and ear personal protection needs are observed
throughout the work.
1.4. Appropriate material is selected for work.
1.5. Safety equipment and tools are identified and checked for safe and
effective operation.
2. Identify MUDA 2.1 Plan of MUDA and problem identification is prepared and
and problem implemented.
2.2 Causes and effects of MUDA are discussed.
2.3 All possible problems related to the process /Kaizen elements are
listed using statistical tools and techniques.
2.4 All possible problems related to kaizen elements are identified and
listed on Visual Management Board/Kaizen Board.
2.5 Tools and techniques are used to draw and analyze current situation
of the work place.
2.6 Wastes/MUDA are identified and measured based on relevant
procedures.
2.7 Identified and measured wastes are reported to relevant personnel.
3. Analyze causes of 3.1 All possible causes of a problem are listed.
a problem. 3.2 Cause relationships are analyzed using4M1E.
3.3 Causes of the problems are identified.
3.4 The root cause which is most directly related to the problem is
selected.
3.5 All possible ways are listed using creative idea generation to
eliminate the most critical root cause.
3.6 The suggested solutions are carefully tested and evaluated for
potential complications.
3.7 Detailed summaries of the action plan are prepared to implement the

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suggested solution.
4. Eliminate MUDA 4.1. Plan of MUDA elimination is prepared and implemented by medium
and Assess KPT members.
effectiveness of 4.2. Necessary attitude and the ten basic principles for improvement are
the solution. adopted to eliminate waste/MUDA.
4.3. Tools and techniques are used to eliminate wastes/MUDA based on
the procedures and OHS.
4.4. Wastes/MUDA are reduced and eliminated in accordance with OHS
and organizational requirements.
4.5. Tangible and intangible results are identified.
4.6. Tangible results are compared with targets using various types of
diagrams.
4.7. Improvements gained by elimination of waste/MUDA are reported to
relevant bodies.
5. Prevent 5.1. Plan of MUDA prevention is prepared and implemented.
occurrence of 5.2. Standards required for machines, operations, defining normal and
wastes and abnormal conditions, clerical procedures and procurement are
sustain operation. discussed and prepared.
5.3. Occurrences of wastes/MUDA are prevented by using visual and
auditory control methods.
5.4. Waste-free workplace is created using 5W and 1Hsheet.
5.5. The completion of required operation is done in accordance with
standard procedures and practices.
5.6. The updating of standard procedures and practices is facilitated.
5.7. The capability of the work team that aligns with the requirements of
the procedure is ensured and trained on the new Standard Operating
Procedures (SOPs).

Variable Range
OHS requirements May include, but not limited to:
 Are to be in accordance with legislation/ regulations/codes of practice
and enterprise safety policies and procedures. This may include
protective clothing and equipment, use of tooling and equipment,
workplace environment and safety, handling of material, use of fire
fighting equipment, enterprise first aid, hazard control and hazardous
materials and substances.
 PPE are to include that prescribed under legislation/regulations/codes of
practice and workplace policies and practices.
 Safe operating procedures are to include, but are not limited to the
conduct of operational risk assessment and treatments associated with
workplace organization.
 Emergency procedures related to this unit are to include but may not be
limited to emergency shutdown and stopping of equipment,
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extinguishing fires, enterprise first aid requirements and site evacuation.
Safety equipment and May include, but not limited to:
tools  Dust masks/goggles
 Glove
 Working cloth
 First aid and
 Safety shoes
Statistical tools and May include, but not limited to:
techniques  7 QC tools May include, but not limited to:
 Stratification
 Pareto Diagram
 Cause and Effect Diagram
 Check Sheet
 Control Chart/Graph
 Histogram and Scatter Diagram
 QC techniques May include, but not limited to:
 Brain storming
 Why analysis
 What if analysis
 5W1H
Tools and techniques May include, but not limited to:
 Plant Layout
 Process flow
 Other Analysis tools
 Do time study by work element
 Measure Travel distance
 Take a photo of workplace
 Measure Total steps
 Make list of items/products, who produces them and who uses them &
those in warehouses, storages etc.
 Focal points to Check and find out existing problems
 5S
 Layout improvement
 Brainstorming
 Andon
 U-line
 In-lining
 Unification
 Multi-process handling &Multi-skilled operators
 A.B. control (Two point control)
 Cell production line

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 TPM (Total Productive Maintenance)
Relevant procedures May include, but not limited to:
 Make waste visible
 Be conscious of the waste
 Be accountable for the waste and measure the waste.
4M1E May include, but not limited to:
 Man
 Machine
 Method
Material and Environment
Creative idea May include, but not limited to:
generation  Brainstorming
 Exploring and examining ideas in varied ways
 Elaborating and extrapolating
 Conceptualizing
Medium KPT May include, but not limited to:
 5S
 4M (Machine, Method, Material and Man)
 4p (Policy, Procedures, People and Plant)
 PDCA cycle
Basics of IE tools and techniques
The ten basic May include, but not limited to:
principles for  Throw out all of your fixed ideas about how to do things.
improvement  Think of how the new method will work- not how it won.
 Don’t accept excuses. Totally deny the status quo.
 Don’t seek perfection. A 5o percent implementation rate is fine as long
as it’s done on the spot.
 Correct mistakes the moment they are found.
 Don’t spend a lot of money on improvements.
 Problems give you a chance to use your brain.
 Ask “why?” At least five times until you find the ultimate cause.
 Ten people’s ideas are better than one person’s.
 Improvement knows no limits.
Tangible and May include, but not limited to:
intangible results  Tangible result may include quantifiable data
 Intangible result may include qualitative data
various types of May include, but not limited to:
diagrams.  Line graph
 Bar graph
 Pie-chart
 Scatter diagrams

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 Affinity diagrams
Visual and auditory May include, but not limited to:
control methods  Red Tagging
 Sign boards
 Outlining
 Add ones
 Kanban, etc.
5W and 1H May include, but not limited to:
 Who
 What
 Where
 When
 Why and
 How
Standard Operating May include, but not limited to:
Procedures (SOPs).  The customer demands
 The most efficient work routine (steps)
 The cycle times required to complete work elements
 All process quality checks required to minimize defects/errors
 The exact amount of work in process required

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  Discuss why wastes occur in the workplace
 Discuss causes and effects of wastes/MUDA in the workplace
 Analyze the current situation of the workplace by using appropriate
tools and techniques
 Identify, measure, eliminate and prevent occurrence of wastes by using
appropriate tools and techniques
 Use 5W and 1H sheet to prevent
 Detect non-conforming products/services in the work area
 Apply effective problem-solving approaches/strategies.
 Implement and monitor improved practices and procedures
 Apply statistical quality control tools and techniques.
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Targets of customers and manufacturer/service provider
Attitude  Traditional and kaizen thinking of price setting
 Kaizen thinking in relation to targets of manufacturer/service provider
and customer
 value
 The three categories of operations

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 the 3“MU”
 wastes occur in the workplace
 The 7 types of MUDA
 QC story/PDCA cycle/
 QC story/ Problem solving steps
 QCC techniques
 7 QC tools
 The Benefits of identifying and eliminating waste
 Causes and effects of 7 MUDA
 Procedures to identify MUDA
 Necessary attitude and the ten basic principles for improvement
 Procedures to eliminate MUDA
 Prevention of wastes
 Methods of waste prevention
 Definition and purpose of standardization
 Standards required for machines, operations, defining normal and
abnormal conditions, clerical procedures and procurement
 Methods of visual and auditory control
 TPM concept and its pillars.
 Relevant OHS and environment requirements
 Method and Lines of communication
 Methods of making/recommending improvements.
 Reporting procedures
 Workplace procedures associated with the candidate's regular technical
duties
 organizational structure of the enterprise
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 Draw & analyze current situation of the work place
 Use measurement apparatus (stop watch, tape, etc.)
 Calculate volume and area
 Apply statistical analysis tools
 Use and follow checklists to identify, measure and eliminate
wastes/MUDA
 Identify and measure wastes/MUDA in accordance with OHS and
procedures
 Use tools and techniques to eliminate wastes/MUDA in accordance
with OHS procedure.
 Apply 5W and 1H sheet
 Update and use standard procedures for completion of required
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 Apply Visual Management Board/Kaizen Board.
 Detect non-conforming products or services in the work area
 Work with others
 Read and interpret documents
 Observe situations
 Solve problems
 Communicate information
 Gather evidence by using different means
 Report activities and results using report formats
 Implement and monitor improved practices and procedures
Resources Implication Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including
work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace
practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Competence may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Observation/Demonstration with Oral Questioning
Context of Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work place
Assessment setting.

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level III
Unit Title Perform CAD Operation
Unit Code EIS BEI3 01 0322
This unit covers the skills, knowledge and attitude required to
Unit Descriptor create drawings with the use of Computer Aided Design (CAD)
software.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Confirm 1.1 Purpose, scope, information and presentation requirements for
drawing drawing are confirmed
requirements 1.2 Review available information relevant to project and work
requirements are identified and addressed further information
needs
1.3 Computing equipment and software used in the organization
are identified.
2. Identify key 2.1 Types of CAD software are described and used for detail
features of drafting, their key features and suitability for producing
CAD software specific drawing outcomes
2.2 Differences in CAD process to generate 2-D drawings, 3-D
models, and reasons for each presentation are identified
2.3 CAD software used in the organization and confirm
compatibility with other software programs and peripheral
equipment are identified.
3. Access software 3.1 Open software and navigate organizational filing and library
and set up for system
drawing work 3.2 Organizational and software templates are identified and
determined uses
3.3 Identify organizational symbols, codes and standards to be
applied in drafting work and how these are accessed and
applied
4. Produce basic 4.1 CAD functions to produce basic drawing elements are used
drawing
elements 4.2 Editing and transfer tools and methods to modify drawing
elements are used
4.3 Dimensions, text and symbols to drawing elements are applied
4.4 Import and export files into/out of working space

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4.5 Different views and perspectives are generated
5. Complete CAD 5.1 Drawing elements are saved and filed according to
operations organizational procedures
5.2 Drawing elements are printed and evaluated presentations

Variables Range
CAD software May include but not limited to:
 AutoCAD
 Inventor
 Revitt
 Solid works
 Pro Steel
 X Steel
Key features May include but not limited to:
 2-D
 3-D modeling
 Built-in specifications
 File import/export
 Save
 Undo
 Scale
Specific drawing May include but not limited to:
outcomes  2-D
 3-D modeling
 Drawings for specific engineering applications
 Orthographic/isometric/perspectives/schematics
Basic drawing May include but not limited to:
elements  Points, line angles, circles, arcs, planes, figures and solids
 Squares, rectangles and triangles
 Bisected lines and dividing lines
 Polygon, ellipse, spline, dimension and hatch
Editing and transfer May include but not limited to:
tools and methods  Delete, fillet, chamfer, erase, trim/extend, break, undo and
redo commands
 Zooming and panning
 Moving, copying, rotating and mirroring
 Polar and rectangular duplication
 Object snaps

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 Dimensions
 Selecting entities
 Dividing
 Scaling
 Measuring
 Grouping

Evidence Guide
Critical aspect of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge to:
Competency  Determine job requirements
 Prepare CAD environment
 Create 3D CAD drawings
 Observe safety practices in accordance with OSH standards
 Communicate effectively with others to ensure effective work
operation
Underpinning Demonstrates knowledge of:
Knowledge  CAD / CAM system and its application
and Attitudes  Standard engineering drawing symbols, references and
terminology
 Projection and projection lines
 Specifications and/or requirements of the part to be drawn
 All appropriate lineal, diametric and geometric tolerances
 Procedures for determining tolerances including numerical
operations, geometry and calculations/formulae within the scope
of this unit
Underpinning Demonstrates skill in:
Skills  Read, interpret and follow information on written job
instructions, specifications, standard operating procedures
 Check drawings to ensure that assembly/fabrication is possible
 Produce drawings in accordance with acceptable standard
and required specifications by using CAD/CAM system
 Plan and sequence operations
 Create2D and 3D CAD drawings
Resource The following resources should be provided:
implications  Product sample
 Product drawing
 Reference books
 Computers
 Work instruction
 Manuals

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 CAD software
 Tutorials
 Workstation
Method of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
assessment  Written examination
 Direct observation/ demonstration with oral questioning
Context for  Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a
Assessment simulated work place setting

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level III
Select Wiring Systems and Cables for Low Voltage General
Unit Title Electrical Installations
Unit Code EIS BEI3 02 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers knowledge, skills and attitude of selecting wiring
systems and cables for electrical installations operating at voltages. It
encompass knowledge and application of wiring systems and cable
types, selecting wiring system compatible with the installation
conditions, selecting cables that comply with required current-carrying
capacity and voltage drop and earth fault-loop impedance limitations,
coordination between protective devices and conductors and
documenting selection decisions

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Prepare to 1.1 The extent and nature of the electrical installation is determined
select wiring from job specifications.
systems and 1.2 Safety and other regulatory requirements to which the electrical
cables for installation shall comply area are identified, obtained and
electrical understood.
installations 1.3 Cable routes, the route lengths of cables and the conditions in
which the wiring system is to operate is determined from job
specifications or from consultation with appropriate persons.
2. Select wiring 2.1 Wiring systems are selected for suitability for the environments in
systems and which they are to operate.
cables for 2.2 Cable conductor sizes are selected to meet current-carrying
general capacity requirements and voltage-drop and earth fault-loop
electrical impedance limitations.
installations 2.3 Circuit protective devices are selected to meet requirement for co-
ordination with conductor current-carrying capacity.
2.4 Earthling system components are selected to meet requirements of
an MEN system.
2.5 Evidence is obtained that electrical equipment selected complies
with safety requirements.
3. Document 3.1 Evidence is obtained from manufacturers/suppliers that electrical
electrical equipment selected complies with safety requirements.
installation. 3.2 Reasons for selections made, including calculations, are
documented in accordance with established procedures.
3.3 Electrical installation arrangement and specifications for all
selected items are documented in accordance with established
procedures and forwarded to appropriate person(s).
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Variables Range
Wiring May include but not limited to:
 Flexible wires
 T.R.C(tough rubber sheathed wires)
 P.V.C(polyvinyl chloride insulation wire
Cable conductor May include but not limited to:
sizes  current-carrying capacity
 voltage-drop
 Earth fault-loop impedance
Circuit protective May include but not limited to:
devices  Circuit breakers
 Electronic fuse
 Fuse holders
electrical May include but not limited to:
equipment  Basic tools,
 testing instruments,
 Switch
 Lamp holder
 Socket out let

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge of:
Competence  Determine the extent and nature of the installation for job
specifications
 Obtain and understand the safety and other regulatory
requirements to which the electrical installation shall comply
 Determine cable routes, the route lengths of cables and the
conditions in which the wiring system is to operate.
 Select wiring system suitable for the environment requirements.
 Select cable conductors sizes in consideration to current-carrying
capacity and voltage-drop / earth fault-loop limitation.
 Ensure co-ordination between circuit protective device and
conductor current-carrying capacity.
 Select compliant earthling system components
 Document wiring systems and cables to be used, specification for
items selected and reasons for the selections made.
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Harmful effects against which the design of an electrical
Attitudes installation must provide protection.
 Performance standards of a correctly functioning electrical
installation.
 Supply characteristics that shall be considered when designing an

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electrical installation.

Acceptable methods for determining the maximum demand in
consumer's mains and sub-mains.
 Reason for dividing electrical installations into circuits and the
factors that shall determine their number and type.
 Typical external factors that may damage an electrical installation
and that shall be considered in the installation design.
 Methods for protecting persons and livestock against direct and
indirect contact with conductive parts and the typical application
of each.
 Acceptable methods of protection against the risks of ignition of
flammable materials and injury by burns from the thermal effects
of current, in normal service.
 Likely sources of unwanted voltages and the methods for dealing
with this potential hazard.
 Acceptable methods for protecting persons and livestock against
injury and property against damage from the effects of over
current.
 Requirement for protection against the harmful effects of faults
between live parts of circuits supplied at different voltages.
 Need for protection against injury from mechanical movement
and how this may be achieved.
 Factors that shall be considered in determining the number and
type of circuits required for an installation.
 Daily and seasonal demand for lighting, power, heating and other
loads in a given installation.
 Number and types of circuits required or a particular installation.
 Current requirements for given final sub circuits.
 Layout/schedule of circuits for given installations.
 Wiring systems typically used with various construction methods
and particular environments.
 Installation conditions that may affect the current-carrying
capacity of cables.
 External influences that may affect the current-carrying capacity
and/or may cause damage to the wiring system.
 Coordination between conductors and protection devices to
ensures the protection of cables from overheating due to over
current.
 Possible injuries to persons and livestock from hazards due to a
short circuit.
 Need for protection against mechanical movement of electrically
activated equipment.
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills in:
 Calculate the expected fault loop impedance for a given circuit
arrangement.
 Select cables to satisfy fault loop impedance requirements in
addition to current carrying capacity requirements and voltage
drop requirements.
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 Layout a main switchboard for an installation supplied with single
phase single tariff whole current metering.
 Layout a main switchboard for an installation supplied with single
phase multiple tariff whole current metering.
 Layout a main switchboard for an installation supplied with
multiphase single tariff whole current metering.
 Layout a main switchboard for an installation supplied with
multiphase multiple tariff whole current metering.
 Layout a main switchboard for a multiple tenancy installation
with whole current metering.
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Method of Competency should be accessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level III
Install and Maintain Cabling for Telecommunication and data
Unit Title
Services
Unit Code EIS BEI3 03 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required for
installation and maintenance of telecommunications cabling in
buildings and premises. It encompasses working safely and to
Ethiopian telecommunications and Media Authority's ‘Open’ Cabling
Provider Rule, installing multiple telephone line, multi-pair cables,
backbone cabling, terminating in socket outlets, termination modules
and distributors, testing and compliance checks and completing cabling
documentation.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Prepare to install 1.1. OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained
and maintain and understood through established routines and procedures.
cabling. 1.2. Health and safety risks are identified and established risk control
measures and procedures are followed in preparation for the
work.
1.3. Remote power feeding is identified and established risk control
measures prepared.
1.4. The nature and location of the work is determined from
documentation or in discussion with appropriate person(s) to
establish the scope of work to be undertaken.
1.5. Cable routes are planned within the constraints of the building
structure, significant and regulations.
1.6. Earthing requirements are determined with consideration of
existing earthing arrangements, where applicable and of cable
system earth upper and lower resistance limitations.
1.7. Advice is sought from appropriate persons to ensure the work is
coordinated effectively with others.
1.8. Sources of materials that may be required for the work are
established in accordance with established routines and
procedures.
1.9. Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the
work are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety.
2. Install and 2.1. Established OHS risk control measures and procedures for
maintain carrying out the work are followed.
cabling. 2.2. Installed support structure is checked to ensure cable will not be
exposed to damage during installation and general operation.

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2.3. Catenaries supports are secured to building structure and
tensioned where necessary to ensure cable weight can be carried
in operating conditions with interference and safety segregation
maintained.
2.4. Protective earthling of metal work is installed in accordance with
requirements and to industry standards.
2.5. Cables/wires are handled in accordance with manufacturer's
application specifications including tension and bending stress
requirements.
2.6. Sufficient excess is allowed at cable ends to facilitate
termination.
2.7. Telecommunication outlet ends of cable are uniquely labeled to
match identifier at originating location.
2.8. Cable is placed and secured to maintain safety and interference
segregation in accordance with legislative and industry
standards.
2.9. Cable ties not tightened to the point of causing cable sheath
damage or transmission impairment are trimmed flush to prevent
risk of personal damage.
2.10. Cables installed as catenaries or supported by catenaries in
external environment shall meet minimum above ground
clearances and clearances from hazardous electrical services
Cables installed underground shall meet minimum depth of
cover and segregation from hazardous electrical and other
services.
2.11. Over-voltage protection devices are fitted to all cable pairs,
where required, to suppress voltage surges with the devices
protectively
2.12. Over-voltage protection devices are fitted to all cable pairs,
where required, to suppress voltage surges with the devices
protectively earthed in accordance with standard
2.13. TRC/CES/Earth wire insulation is protected against damage and
TRC/CES and protective earths segregated in accordance with
relevant industry and legislative standards AS/ACIF S009.
2.14. Procedures for referring non-routine events to immediate
supervisor for directions are followed.
2.15. Cabling is installed efficiently without waste of materials and
energy or damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or
services.
2.16. Routine quality checks are carried out to ensure cabling complies
with requirements.
3. Terminate 3.1. Established OHS risk control measures and procedures for
and test carrying out the work are followed.
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cables and 3.2. Cable sheath removed to allow for correct termination length and
earth wires without damage to underlying conductors and their insulation
3.3. Terminating modules are installed in accordance to
manufacturer specifications and cable pairs neatly and
sequentially fanned for termination.
3.4. Conductors are terminated in accordance with recommended
color code sequence using appropriate termination tools in the
manufacturer's specified manner.
3.5. Cable shield (if applicable) is earthed to manufacturer
specifications and relevant industry codes of practice
3.6. Visual inspection is undertaken to confirm termination colour
code sequence has been followed prior to end-to-end testing of
wire and pair termination integrity.
3.7. Cable pairs are tested and clearly labeled to provide an accurate
identification in accordance with requirements.
3.8. TRC/CES/Earth wires are terminated with connectors
recommended by manufacturers in accordance with relevant
industry codes of practice.
3.9. TRC/CES /Earth wire continuity is maintained through out and
interface requirements with electrical systems are observed.
3.10. TRC/CES /Earthling installation is tested for continuity,
insulation resistance and conductive resistance as per relevant
industry standards
3.11. Earthling system is labeled in accordance with requirements.
3.12. Compatibility of alterations with existing systems is confirmed
and new work tested both in isolation and when integrated with
existing systems.
3.13. Procedures for referring non-routine events to immediate
supervisor for directions are followed
3.14. Cabling is terminated efficiently without waste of materials and
energy or damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or
services
3.15. Routine quality checks are carried out and a defect rectified to
ensure cabling complies with requirements.
4. Complete 4.1. OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are
cabling work, followed
records and 4.2. Work site is cleaned and made safe in accordance with
reporting established procedures
4.3. Record sheets and plans of cable location, type and infrastructure
are accurately created or updated and stored in accordance with
customer requirements.
4.4. Cable pair record books are created or updated to provide an
accurate record of pair locations, inter-connections and usage in
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accordance with industry codes of practice
4.5. Cabling completion advice is documented and reported in
accordance with requirements.

Variables Range
Tools, equipment May include but not limited to:
and testing devices  Hacksaw
 Pliers
 Switch
 Screw driver
 Measuring instruments
Cables/wires May include but not limited to:
 Data cable
 Cat 5 type /6 – 8 pair
 Two/four pair/
Terminating May include but not limited to:
 Stub end
 Ring end
 Lug end
 RJ11/45 CONNECTOR
 Bus bar
 Routers
TRC/CES/Earth May include but not limited to:
wires  Wire striper
 Wire colour
 Continuity measurement

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge to:
Competence  Terminate systems at both distributor and outlet locations with
accurate completion of installation records, drawing alterations
and compliance forms
 Place cables on support structures and building faces for both
internal and external locations
 Avoid cable damage such as crushing, burning, kinking, sheath
twist, cutting and nicking, bending radius
 Read and interpret drawings related to cable layouts, outlet
location, cable coding system and identifiers, distributor locations
 Conduct and interpret cable test results

Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Principles and characteristics of sound encompassing:
Attitudes  Sound characteristics
 Sound waves
 Distortion
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 Attenuation
 Resonant frequency
 Sound pressure levels
 Transmission of sound encompassing:
 Telephone transmitter functions
 Telephone transmitter types
 Capacitive transmitters
 Moving coil transmitters
 Telephone receivers encompassing
 Telephone receiver functions
 Telephone receiver types
 Overview of earthling and protection encompassing:
 Function of earthling
 Earthling requirements
 Installation and termination requirements
 Installing data cable for internet service
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills in:
 Install connection with wire /wireless Network
 Install CSS.
 Complete the required documentation
 Correctly interpret and apply standards and regulations
 Deal with unplanned events by drawing on essential knowledge
and skills to provide appropriate solutions.
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Method of Competency should be accessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level III
Unit Title Carry out industrial motor control installation
Unit Code EIS BEI2 04 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for a
worker to carry out industrial motor control installation. It
specifically includes work tasks of identifying motor control
devices, selecting and gathering motor control devices, classifying
motor control devices, connecting motor control devices and
checking circuit accuracy and cleaning/maintaining the workplace.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Identify motor control 1.1 Manuals and documents of control device are collected.
devices 1.2 Drawings and symbols of motor control devices are sorted
1.3 Types and nature of motor control devices are classified and
sorted
1.4 Functions and circuit designs/diagrams of different types of
motor control circuit components is identified
1. Select and gather motor 2.1 Tools, equipments and materials are gathered.
control devices 2.2 Necessary motor control devices with appropriate current and
voltage ratings are selected and collected.
2.3 Motor control devices with appropriate current and voltage
ratings are sorted and tested for functionality
3. Classify motor control 3.1. motor control device are specified and classified
3.2 all controlling devices are classified and sorted in accordance to
the working functions.
4.Cean/maintain the work 4.1 Electrical tools/instruments are cleaned and checked for
place operability
4.2 Work area is cleaned and waste materials are disposed in
accordance with workplace requirements
5. Notify completion of 5.1 Final checks are made to ensure the work conforms with
work. instructions and requirements
5.2 Supervisor is notified upon completion of work
5.3 Tools, equipment and any surplus resources and materials are,
where appropriate, cleaned, checked and returned to storage in
accordance with established procedures
5.4 Work area is cleaned and made safe Work area is cleaned and
made safe.

Variable Range

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Manuals May include but not limited to:
 Manufacturer's Specification Manuals
 Repair Manual
 Maintenance Procedure Manual
 Periodic Maintenance Manual
 Quality Manual
 Manual of Instruction
Symbols May include, but not limited to:
 Drawing symbols
 Connection symbols
 Socket symbols
 Switches symbol
 Size of wire symbol
 Numbers symbols
 Supply symbols
 Danger symbols
 Switch board symbol
 Main switch symbol
 Isolator symbol
 Regulator symbol
Materials May include, but not limited to:
 Electrical wires
 Industrial socket
 Connectors
 Clamps
Motor control device May include but not limited:
 Motor terminal block
 Relay
 Timer Relay
 Switches
 Fuse
 Pressure switch
 Overload relay
 Magnetic contactor
 Magnetic starter
 Transformer
 Motor terminal block

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge to:
Competence  Correctly interpret work instructions
 Select appropriate tools, equipment and materials for
installation of electrical protection system
 Select and used correct PPE
 Demonstrate correct procedures on installation of industrial
motor control.

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 Demonstrated correct procedures on installation of industrial
motor control and auxiliary outlet
 Followed safety procedures/protocol
 Cleaned worksite, tools and equipment
 Stored surplus materials.
Underpinning Knowledge Demonstrate knowledge of:
and Attitudes  Types of documents, drawings, manuals and symbols
identification
 Types and functions of motor control devices
 Selection procedure of motor control devices
 Methods of classifying and sorting motor control devices
 Techniques and procedure of terminating/connecting motor
control devices
 Functions and circuit designs of different types of motor
control circuit components
 Procedure of checking/testing the operation of motor control
devices and components
 Troubleshooting of faulty motor control device
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 Select and collect necessary motor control devices
 Classify and sort motor control devices according to the
working functions
 Terminate/connect motor control devices according to the
need of the operation and circuit design/diagram.
 Check/test operation of motor control devices and
components in accordance to circuit design
 Clean work area and disposed waste materials in accordance
to workplace requirements
Resources Implication Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information
on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Assessment Competence may be assessed through:
 Interview/Written Test
 Observation/Demonstration with Oral Questioning
Context of Assessment Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated
work place setting.

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level III
Unit Title Install and connect extra low voltage wiring systems
Unit Code EIS BEI3 05 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the skills, knowledge and altitude required to install
wiring, enclosures, cable support systems, cables and accessories in
extra low voltage electrical systems. All work must be carried out to
comply with workplace procedures, work health and safety
requirements, relevant legislation and codes and manufacturer’s
specifications.

Elements Performance Criteria

1. Plan and prepare 1.1 Planed and prepared installed works to ensure policies and
for installation of procedures are followed, and appropriately sequenced according
extra low voltage to requirements.
wiring 1.2 appropriate personnel are consulted to ensure that the work is
coordinated effectively with others on the work site.
1.3 cables and wires are selected according to the standard.
1.4 wiring system components are checked against job requirements.
1.5 accessories are collected according to established procedures and
to comply with organizational and task requirements.
1.6 Determine location in which specific items of accessories,
apparatus and circuits are to be installed from job requirements
1.7 Obtain materials necessary to complete the work according to
established procedures and checked against the job requirement
1.8 Source tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out
the installation work, checked for correct operation and safety
1.9 Check preparatory work to ensure that it complies with
requirements and no unnecessary damage has occurred
Install ELV   wiring 2.1. Follow work health and safety policies and procedures for
systems installing electrical wiring systems
2.2. Install wiring systems to meet requirements without damage or
distortion to the surrounding environment or services
2.3. Terminate accessories and connect wire as required to solenoids
and controllers, according to manufacturer and enterprise
requirements
2.4. Respond to unplanned events or conditions using established
procedures
2.5. Obtain approval from appropriate personnel according to

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established procedures before any contingencies are
implemented
2.6. Undertake on-going checks of the quality of the work according
to established procedures
3. Check and notify 3.1. Undertake final checks to ensure the installed wiring systems
completion of conform to requirements
work 3.2. Test system is to ensure that it works
3.3. Notify work completion according to established procedures

Variables Range
Accessories  May include but not limited:
 colour graphic visual display units (VDUs)
 fire indicator panel components
 mimic panels
 emote indicating equipment, such as:
 standby batteries
 sub-fire indicator panels
 fire detection equipment, such as:
 data gathering control units
 analogue and analogue addressable smoke, heat and gas
detectors
 warning system equipment, such as:
 alarm bells
 mimic and location panels
 warning and strobe lights
 warning speakers
 fire-suppression systems equipment, such as:
 actuators, such as pneumatic, electrical, mechanical and
manual operation
 container discharge valves
 fittings, including hose fittings
 flexible discharge hoses
 pilot and slave tubes
 interface equipment to other fire protection and building
services systems, such as:
 door system release controls
 electrical interface relays and contacts
 flow switches and pressure switches
 optical couplers
 utility shutdown devices
 solenoid valves and other activating mechanisms
 interface communication devices, such as:
 remote public address (PA) system outputs
 two-way radios
 warden intercommunication phones
Tools and May include but not limited

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equipment’s  Lighting circuits
 Power circuits
 Electrical heating
 Lighting optical smoke sensors,
 heat sensors, and optical smoke/heat sensor with integral
sounder units,
 manual call points, electronic sounders, and interface units, each
with its own short circuit built-in isolators
Installation May include but not limited to:
 Horizontally and vertically aligned
 Rigidly anchored to wall
 Installed with clearance to wall/other boxes for cover to open
freely
 Enough clearance for cover opening for flush and surface
mounted

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  Correctly interpret work instructions
 Select appropriate tools, equipment and materials for installation
of electrical protection system
 Select and used correct PPE
 Demonstrate correct procedures on installation of CCTV, Fire
alarm system ,smoke detector and etc
 Follow safety procedures
 Clean worksite, tools and equipment
 Store surplus materials
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
knowledge  Importance and Widening scope in the present scenario of CCTV
 Features component and system configuration of CCTV
 CCTV camera installation requirement in terms of equipment,
system , tools, applications
 Install CCTV
 Installation knowledge of smoke detector
 Understanding the function of Alarm system.
 Ethiopian Building regulations, National Standard for Electrical
Installations
 Compliance with OHS policy and procedures and infection
control guidelines and procedures related to the electricity role
 Personal hygiene and personal protection
 Electrical safe working practices
 Electricity waste disposal methods
 Choose the right instruments for the test
 Hazards associated with using electrical equipment and plant
including their lifting, handling and fixing

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Underpinning skills Demonstrate skills of:
 Correct test and proving instruments selected
 Use correct testing methods
 Methods for checking test instruments are functional and in
calibration
 Read and understand wiring diagrams and be familiar with
measuring instruments
 Installing electrical wiring systems, wiring enclosures and
equipment .
 Use personal protective equipment and safe appropriate tools for
specific jobs
 Install the CCTV
 Set of Camera and addressing
 Set of different modes
 configure screen display
 Identify different types of smoke detectors
 Check ultra-sonic detector and Passive infrared detector
 Install of Alarm system
 Check the working of the Alarm system
Resources Implication Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview/written test
 Observation/demonstration
Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated
work place setting

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level III
Unit of Competence Install heating, ventilation and air conditioning system
Unit Code EIS BEI3 06 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and altitude required in
performing installing wiring for Install heating, ventilation and air
conditioning system.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Prepare to install 1.1 OHS procedures for a given work area are identified,
wiring system. obtained and understood.
1.2 Established OHS risk control measures and procedures in
preparation for the work are followed.
1.3 Materials needed to carry out the work are obtained in
accordance with established procedures and checked against
job requirements.
1.4 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to conduct the
work are obtained in accordance with established
procedures and checked for correct operation and safety
2.Select wiring systems 2.1 Wiring systems are selected for suitability for the
and cables for HVAC environments in which they are to operate.
system 2.1 Electrical materials are prepared consistent with job
requirements and are checked for damage
3.2 Appropriate PPE is selected in line with the job requirements
3.3 Electrical system is laid-out and installed in accordance with
the approved designs, specifications, working plans,
drawings and applicable provisions.
3. Inspect and notify 1.5 Final inspection is undertaken to ensure that
completion of work commissioning of electrical system meets job requirements
1.6 Work completed is notified to a supervisor in line with
established procedure
1.7 Work area is cleaned up and made safe
1.8 Tools, equipment and surplus materials are cleaned,
checked and stored in line with established procedure

Variables Range
Electrical materials May be include but not limited:
 Wire connector
 Wires and cables
 Breaker
 Terminal clips/plug

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Electrical System May include but not limited:
 Electrical system
 Electrical conduits
 Controls and protective devices
 Electrical control wires/cables
 Power supply

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to;
Competence  Plan and prepare to install electrical system for HVAC
 Prepare, lay out and installed electrical system correctly.
 Test/Energize electrical system in line with applicable
provision.
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge to:
Knowledge and  The principles of electrical theory for the installing of
Attitudes electrical wiring systems and equipment
 The purpose and requirements of the system to be installed
 Procedures for an assessment of safe systems of work
including permits to work. the correct procedures for a safe
isolation with regard to:
 An assessment of safe working practice,
 Correct identification of circuits to be isolated,
 Correct test and proving instruments selected,
 Use of correct testing methods, and
 Correct selection of devises for securing isolation
 The importance of choosing the right instruments for the
test
 The main methods for checking test instruments are
functional and in calibration.
 Best practice with regard to methods of testing, their inter-
relationship and sequence.
 The importance of accurate labeling and recording of the
test.
 Health and Safety. Carrying out the tests and the effect on
equipment not part of the fixed installation. Testing that takes
place under live conditions Principles and theory.
 IEE wiring regulations as specified in the latest national
standard for electrical installations relevant to types and uses
of wiring systems.
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 Plan and prepare to install electrical system

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 Install electrical system
 Inspect and notify completion of work
Resources Implication Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information
on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Assessment Competency may be assessed through:
 Interview/written test
 Observation/demonstration
Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated
work place setting

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level III
Trouble-shoot and repair faults in low voltage electrical apparatus
Unit Title
and circuits
Unit Code EIS BEI3 07 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required to trouble-
shoot and repair faults in electrical apparatus and interconnecting
circuits and equipment. It encompasses working safely, reading circuit
diagrams, and sketching diagrams from traced wiring, logically
applying fault finding procedures, conducting repairs and completing
the necessary service documentation.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Prepare to 1.1. The extent and nature of the electrical installation is determined
trouble-shoot from job specifications.
and rectify 1.2. Safety and other regulatory requirements to which the electrical
faults. installation shall comply area are identified, obtained and
understood.
1.3. OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained
and understood.
1.4. OHS risk control measures and procedures in preparation for the
work are followed.
1.5. The likely extent of work to be undertaken is envisaged from
fault/breakdown reports and/or discussions with appropriate
person(s).
1.6. Advice is sought from the work supervisor to ensure the work is
coordinated effectively with others.
2. Trouble-shoot 2.1. OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the
and repair work are followed
faults. 2.2. The need to test or measure live is determined in strict accordance
with OHS requirements and when necessary conducted within
established safety procedures.
2.3. Circuits/machines/plant is checked as being isolated where
necessary in strict accordance OHS requirements and procedures.
2.4. Safety hazards resulting from the fault or breakdown are
documented and risk control measures devised and implemented
in consultation with appropriate personnel.
2.5. Trouble-shooting is approached methodically drawing on
knowledge of electrical circuits and apparatus using measured and
calculated values of circuit/apparatus parameters
2.6. Circuit/apparatus components are dismantled where necessary

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and parts stored to protect them against loss or damage.
2.7. Faulty circuits/components are rechecked and their fault status
and acquired.
2.8. Materials/replacement parts required to rectify faults are sourced
and obtained in accordance with established procedures
2.9. Effectiveness of the repair is tested in accordance with established
procedures.
2.10. Apparatus is reassembled, finally tested and prepared for return to
service.
2.11. Unexpected situations are dealt with safely and with the approval
of an authorized person.
2.12. Trouble-shooting and repair activities are carried out without
damage to apparatus, circuits, the surrounding environment or
services and using sustainable energy practices.
3. Completion and 3.1. OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are
report trouble- followed.
shoot and 3.2. Work area is cleaned and made safe in accordance with
repair activities established procedures
3.3. Written justification is made for repairs to apparatus.
3.4. Work completion is documented and an appropriate person or
persons notified in accordance with established procedures.

Variables Range
Circuits/Machines/ May include but not limited to:
plants  Single phase motors
 Single phase motor controls
 Three phase motors
 Three phase motor controls
 Synchronous machines
 DC machines
 DC machines controls
 Transformers and auxiliary components
equipment and May include but not limited to:
associated circuit  Switchboards
 Protective devices
 Lighting
 Heating
 Socket outlets
 Control devices

Evidence guide

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Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge of:
Competence  Envisage the likely extent of the fault and the work from
fault/breakdown reports and/or discussion to elicit information on
the fault/breakdown with appropriate person(s).
 Use appropriate tools and resources, and methodical fault
finding techniques.
 Locate and trouble-shooting faults efficiently.
 Conduct tests or measurements in strict accordance with OHS
and electrical safe working requirements.
 Rectify faults effectively.
 Report cause of the fault and justifying the repairs undertaken.
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  The correct operation of a circuit or equipment, switching and
Attitudes control circuit arrangements.
 Common faults with circuits and equipment including operator
faults, incorrect connections, open-circuits, short-circuits, device
faults (mechanical), supply faults.
 Typical faults symptoms and their causes: operation of circuit
protective device, appliance does not operate, single phase motor
does not develop enough torque to drive the load, three phase
motor does not develop enough torque to drive the load, motor
overload trips
 Factors to consider in clarifying the nature of a fault: initial fault
report, confirmation of symptoms of the fault, comparison of
symptoms with normal operation
 Effect to cause reasoning — assumptions of possible causes
 Methods for testing assumptions: visual inspection, component
isolation, test equipment, sectional testing, split-half tests
 Circuit diagrams of common single phase and three phase hot
water systems
 Single phase and three phase element resistance values
(determined from measurement and calculation from power and
voltage ratings)
 Circuit diagrams of common single phase and three phase
appliances
 Methods to determine the cause of an residual current device (rcd)
operation
 Identification of appliances that is causing an residual current
device (rcd) to trip
 Circuit and wiring diagrams of common lighting circuits including
single light controlled by a single switch, multiple lights controlled
by a single switch, two and three way switching using the loop at
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the light method and the loop at the switch method.
 Causes of wiring faults from supplied symptoms and circuit and/or
wiring diagrams
 Causes of faults in ELV lighting devices, include transformer (iron
core or electronic), voltage drop, heat, over-voltage, poor
connections, incompatible dimmers
 Diagrams of a basic fluorescent light circuit including lamp,
ballast and starter
 Circuit diagrams of split phase, capacitor start, capacitor start
capacitor run, universal and shaded pole single phase motors
 Causes of single phase motor faults from supplied symptoms and
circuit diagrams
 Causes of electrical faults in single phase motors, include open and
partially open circuit winding, short and partially short circuit
winding, open circuit rotor, burnt out winding, coil shorted to
frame.
 Reasons for a thermal overload trip and how often they are to be
reset before investigating a cause
 Internal mechanical faults and their consequences, include
bearings, fans, bent shaft, locked rotor, blocked air vents,
centrifugal switches, environmental factors
 Faults on driven loads and couplings and their consequences,
include slipping belts, poorly aligned coupling (shims), vibration,
loads bearing failing, load stalling.
 Circuit diagrams of three phase induction motors
 Causes of three phase motor faults from supplied symptoms and
circuit diagrams
 Causes of electrical faults in three phase motors, include open and
partially open circuit phase winding, short and partially short
circuit phase winding, open circuit rotor, burnt out phase winding,
coil shorted to frame.
 Reasons for a thermal overload trip and how often they are to be
reset before investigating a cause
 Locating faults in single phase motors and their controls
 Circuit diagrams, wiring diagrams, cable schedules and
specifications of electrical installations
 Causes of electrical installation faults from supplied symptoms and
circuit diagrams include open and partially open circuit wiring,
short and partially short circuit wiring, low insulation resistance,
incorrect polarity, transposition of conductors, RCD tripping
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills in:
 Repair the fault and the steps needed to ensure fault doesn’t re-
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occur
 Deal with intermittent faults (typical causes of intermittent faults
are vibration, shock, changes in temperature and electromagnetic
interference).
 Test single and three phase elements for correct insulation
resistance and continuity
 Operate of thermostats, thermal cut-outs and pressure relief valves,
flow switches and checking sacrificial anodes
 Locate faults in common single and three phase hot water systems
 Repair faulty water heating systems
 Test single and three phase appliances for correct insulation
resistance and continuity
 Operate appliances controls
 Locate faults in common single and three phase appliances
 Repair faulty appliances
 Locate faults in fluorescent light and lighting control circuits
 Operate a range of lighting control including passive infra-red
(PIR), dimmers, photo electric or day-light switches and time
clocks
 Locate faults in electrical installations
 Repair faulty electrical installation circuits components and
wiring.
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Method of Competency should be accessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level III
Unit Title Prepare service connection
Unit Code EIS BEI3 08 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required to
perform service connection. It includes measuring distance,
installing cables, main switch and energy meter, ATS, change over
switch.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Interpret drawings and 1.1. Drawing are collected and interpreted
specifications 1.2. Sign and symbols are identified
1.3. Terms and abbreviations are identified.
1.4. Specifications are interpreted
2. Collect tools and 2.1. Tools, Equipment and materials are gathered
equipment’s 2.2. Necessary motor control devices are selected and collected.
2.3. Necessary motor control devices are sorted and tested for
functionality
3. Measure the distance of 3.1 PPEs are collected & used.
service line 3.2 Distance between distribution pole and meter are checked
and measured.
3.3 Distance between main switch and meter are checked and
measured.
4. Install cables for 4.1. Quality cables are selected and collected for service
service connection.
4.2. Collected cables are cut and set.
4.3. Cables are held on and clamped properly with distribution
pole.
4.4. Cables are joined and connected with the pole and energy
meter
5. Install Energy meter 5.1 Energy meter is collected and set on the board.
5.2 Energy meter is connected with service line.
6. Install energy meter 6.1 Cables are measured and sized
and main switch 6.2 Cables are laid into the conduit.
6.3 Connection between energy meter and main- switch is
performed.
7. Connect Automatic 7.1 Tools and equipment are selected
transfer switch (ATS) 7.2 ATS is connected with stand by generator during power cut.
8. Clean the work place 8.1 Tools and equipment are selected & collected.
8.2 Cleaning Tools and equipment are prepared for cleaning
8.3 Waste materials are disposed.
8.4 Cleaning is completed.
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Variables Range
Sign and symbol May include, but not limited to :
 Include all signs and symbols associated with Electrical
and maintenance under the Civil construction sector.
 Drawing symbols
 Connection symbol
 Load symbol
 Socket symbol
 Main switch symbol
 Supply symbol
 Danger symbol
 Switch board symbol
 Conduit symbol
 Circuit breaker symbol
 Protective device symbol
Tools, equipments and May include, but not limited to:
materials  Set squares and Try Square
 Steel rule
 Megger
 Calculator
 Multi Meter/AVO Meter
 Ammeter (AC/DC)
 Volt Meter (AC/DC)

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
Competence  Collected all necessary accessories and materials
 Draw layouts
 Measure accurately
 Set and held service cables.
 Install energy meter as per drawing.
 Connect energy meter and main switch on proper place.
Underpinning Knowledge Demonstrate knowledge of:
and Attitude  Types of tools and equipment
 Material collection and preparation
 Layout drawing
 Measurement
 Service cables and Energy meter setting
 Service cables and energy meter connection Principles of work
planning and principles of delegation
 Typical work organization methods appropriate to the sector
 Quality assurance principles and time management
 Problem solving and decision making processes
 Industrial and/or legislative issues which affect short term work
organization as appropriate to industry sector
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills to:
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 Monitor and improve workplace operations
 Plan and organize workflow
 Maintain workplace records such as collecting materials,
preparing materials, measuring distance, Setting service
cables
 Connect service cables, energy meter and main switch
Resource Implications Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information
on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Assessment Competence may be assessed through:
 Interview/Written Test
 Observation/Demonstration with Oral Questioning
Context of Assessment Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated
work place setting.

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level III
Unit Title Perform Maintenance of Electrical Equipment
Unit Code EIS BEI3 09 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude needed for
regular maintenance on electrical machinery. Electric equipment is
maintained in accordance with maintenance records and
instructions and current regulations and standards, without damage
or distortion to the surrounding environment or services.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Plan and prepare for 1.1 Planning ensures the work is sequenced in accordance with
maintenance of maintenance schedules and/or supervisor or customer
electrical equipment instructions.
1.2 Planning includes consultation with appropriate personnel is
conducted to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with
others involved on the work site.
1.3 Preparation includes assembly of all materials necessary to
complete the work in is carried out accordance with
maintenance instructions and company requirements.
1.4 Preparation includes gathering and checking of tools,
equipment, and testing devices needed to carry out the work is
conducted in accordance with maintenance instructions and
company requirements.
2. Maintain electrical 2.1 Normal operating principles of the equipment and associated
equipment and circuits are ascertained to the extent necessary to perform the
associated circuits maintenance work.
2.2 Equipment is maintained in accordance with maintenance
records and instructions and current regulations and standards,
without damage or distortion to the surrounding environment
or services.
2.3 Where necessary, circuit isolation is achieved in accordance
with safe working practice and with specified shut-down
procedures where available.
2.4 Testing confirms that all requirements of current regulations
and standards have been met, and that isolated equipment is
safe for reconnection.
2.5 Unplanned events or conditions are responded to, and approvals
to implement contingencies are obtained in accordance with
company requirements.

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3. Notify completion
3.1 Appropriate personnel are notified of the completion of the
and document results
maintenance work and of any suggestions for improvements or
of maintenance of
modifications, according to company requirements.
electrical equipment.
3.2 Maintenance records are updated according to company
requirements.

Variables Range
Equipment May include, but not limited to:
 Basic tools
 Spare parts
 testing instruments,

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  Service and maintain electrical equipment and associated
circuits
 Correct test and proving instruments selected
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge to:
Knowledge and  Availability of danger, warning notices, diagrams and
Attitudes instructions
 Importance of choosing the right instruments for the test
 Main methods for checking test instruments are functional
and in calibration
 Importance of accurate labeling and recording of the test
 IEE wiring regulations as specified in the latest national
standard for electrical installations relevant to types and uses
of wiring systems, wiring enclosures and equipment.
 Electrical safe working practices
 Ethiopian building regulations, national standard for
electrical installations
 Compliance with OHS policy and procedures and infection
control guidelines and procedures related to the electricity role
 Best practice with regard to methods of testing, their inter-
relationship and sequence
 Potential hazards in the workplace
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 Use of correct testing methods
 Carry out the tests and the effect on equipment not part of
the fixed installation
 Test takes place under live conditions
 Read and understand wiring diagrams and be familiar with
measuring instruments
Resources Implication Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information
on workplace practices and OHS practices.

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Methods of Assessment Competency may be assessed through:
 Interview/written test
 Observation/demonstration
Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated
work place setting

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NTQF Level IV

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level IV
Unit Title Install and Maintain Emergency Safety Systems
Unit Code EIS BEI4 01 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers knowledge, skills and attitude required for installation
and maintenance of fire and smoke control, emergency supplies and
early warning systems in buildings and premises. It encompasses
working safely and to installation and maintenance standards,
complying with maintenance schedules and completing the necessary
documentation.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Prepare to 1.1. OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained
install and and understood.
maintain 1.2. Health and safety risks are identified and established risk control
emergency measures and procedures in preparation for the work are
safety systems followed.
1.3. Safety hazards that have not previously been identified are noted
and established risk control measures are implemented.
1.4. Installation/maintenance is prepared in consultation with other
affected by the work and sequenced appropriately.
1.5. The nature and location of the work is determined from
documentation or appropriate person to establish the scope of
work to be undertaken.
1.6. Location of apparatus and associated equipment is planned within
the constraints of the building structure, significants and
regulations
1.7. Advice is sought from appropriate persons to ensure the work is
coordinated effectively with others.
1.8. Material needed for the installation work is obtained in
accordance with established procedures and checked against job
requirements.
1.9. Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to for the installation
work are obtained in accordance with established procedures and
checked for correct operation and safety
1.10. Preparatory work is checked to ensure no damage has occurred
and complies with requirements.
2. Install and 2.1. OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the
maintain work are followed.

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emergency 2.2. The need to test or measure live is determined in strict accordance
safety with OHS requirements and when necessary conducted within
systems established safety procedures.
2.3. Circuits/machines/plant are checked as being isolated where
necessary in strict accordance OHS requirements and procedures
2.4. Apparatus and associated equipment are installed and maintained
to comply with technical standards and job specifications and
requirements with sufficient access to affect terminations,
adjustment and maintenance
2.5. Wiring is terminated at apparatus and associated equipment in
accordance with manufacture’s specifications and functional and
regulatory requirements.
2.6. Established methods for dealing with unexpected situations are
discussed with appropriate person or persons and documented.
2.7. Unexpected situations are dealt with safely and with the approval
of an authorized person.
2.8. Ongoing checks of the quality of installed apparatus are
undertaken in accordance with established procedures
2.9. Apparatus installation is carried out efficiently without
unnecessary waste of materials or damage to apparatus, circuits,
the surrounding environment or services and using sustainable
energy principles
3. Completion 3.1. OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are
and report followed.
installation 3.2. Work site is cleaned and made safe in accordance with
and established procedures.
maintenance 3.3. Final checks are made to that the installed and maintained
activities. apparatus conforms to requirements.
3.4. As-installed’ emergency safety systems apparatus and associated
equipment is documented and an appropriate person or persons
notified in accordance with established procedures.

Variables Range
Safety hazards May include, but not limited:
 Visual inspection
 Sound alert
 Fight fire
emergency safety May include, but not limited:
systems apparatus  Fire detector(alarm)
 Smoke detector
 Sensor

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Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge of:
Competence  Determine the operating parameters of existing electrical safety
systems
 Use established problem solving methods
 Direct personnel to take relevant measurements
 Interpret measured values appropriately
 Provide effective solutions to electrical safety system problems.
 Give written justification of solutions provided

Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Principles and practices of electrical emergency safety systems for
Attitudes electrical installations as contained in relevant Ethiopian
Standards, Ethiopian building code and associated hazards
documentation
 Primary cells
 Secondary cells
 Discharging
 Recharging
 Terminal voltages
 Capacity
 Discharge and recharge characteristics
 Battery configurations and applications
 Cell and battery safety practices.
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills in:
 Arrange the requirements for fire and smoke control equipment
 Arrange the requirements for emergency warning and
intercommunications systems
 Deal with unplanned events by drawing on essential knowledge
and skills to provide appropriate solutions incorporated in the
holistic assessment with the above listed items.
 Arrange the requirement for emergency power supply
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Method of Competency should be accessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level IV
Design Effective and Efficient Lighting for Residential ,Industrial
Unit Title
and Commercial Buildings
Unit Code EIS BEI4 02 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers knowledge, attitude and skills lighting design for
residential and commercial buildings to provide sufficient illumination
with minimal energy use. It encompasses an understanding of safety
principles and photometric, the application of design calculations,
compliance standards, energy management, lighting control and
available lighting products appropriate to the illumination design and
fully documenting completed design

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Prepare to 1.1. OHS processes and procedures for a given work area are
design lighting identified, obtained and understood
1.2. The extent and nature of the lighting requirements is determined
from design brief.
1.3. Safety and other regulatory requirements to which the lighting
design shall comply are identified, obtained and understood
1.4. Design development work is planned to meet scheduled timelines
in consultation with others persons involved in the lighting
installation or associated work.
2. Develop 2.1. Knowledge of lighting performance standards, compliance
lighting design methods and lighting equipment is applied to designing the
lighting
2.2. Alternative arrangements for the lighting design are considered
based on the requirements outlined in the design brief
2.3. Safety, functional and budgetary considerations are incorporated
in the lighting design
2.4. Lighting design draft is checked for compliance with the design
brief and regulatory requirements
2.5. Lighting design is documented for submission to appropriate
person(s) for acceptance and approval
2.6. Solutions to unplanned situation are provided consistent with
organization’s policy
3. Obtain approval 3.1. Lighting design is presented and explained to client representative
for lighting and/or other relevant person(s)
design 3.2. Requests for alterations to the design are negotiated with relevant
person(s) within the constraints of organization’s policy
3.3. Final design is documented and approval obtained from
appropriate person(s).
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3.4. Quality of work is monitored against personal performance
agreement and/or established organizational or professional
standards

Variables Range
lighting installation May include, but not limited:
 Ground light
 Floor light
 Wall light
 Ceiling light
 Garden area light
lighting equipment May include, but not limited:
 Florescent
 Halogen light
 Ornamental light
 Incandescent lamp
 Crystal lights
 Sodium vapour lamp

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge of:
Competence  Determine the extent and nature of the lighting requirements
from a design brief.
 Identify and understand safety and other requirements to which
the lighting design shall comply
 Plan to meet scheduled timelines
 Apply appropriate knowledge of lighting performance
compliance and lighting equipment in designing the lighting
 Consider alternative arrangements for the lighting design
 Document and presenting the lighting design
 Respond appropriately to requests to alter the design
 Document and obtaining approval of the lighting design

Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  lighting principles
Attitudes  Lighting applications
 Safety aspects of lighting
 Energy efficiency
 Architectural considerations
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills in:
 Control and energy management
 Interpreting and applying manufacturers’ technical data
 Utilizing natural lighting
 Deal appropriately with unplanned events

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 Include safety, functional, maintenance and budgetary factors in
the lighting design
 Use of computer programs for lighting design
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Method of Competency should be accessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level IV


Unit Title Apply Building Electrical installation Codes and Standards
Unit Code EIS BEI4 03 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the skills, knowledge and attitude required to access,

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interpret and apply relevant building installation codes and standards
applicable to the installation processes of medium-rise commercial and
wide span buildings according to Ethiopian codes of standards.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Access and 1.1 Relevant performance requirements that apply to medium-rise
interpret relevant building projects are identified based on project plan and
code and standard specification.
requirements 1.2 Requirements of relevant Building installation Code of Ethiopia
and other related building codes that are practice and accepted in
Ethiopia Deemed-to satisfy provisions are determined.
1.3 Requirements of relevant Ethiopian standards referenced and
applied based on specific project.
1.4 Building installation Code of Ethiopia accessed and interpreted
appropriately in relation with particular project plan and
specification.
2. Classify buildings 2.1 Nature of a building according to use, type of installation and
arrangement is determined in accordance with local and
international codes and standards on installation.
2.2 Building installation Code criteria of Ethiopia and other related
building installation codes that are practice and accepted in
Ethiopia are applied to determine the defined classification.
2.3 Building installation Code of Ethiopia requirements for multiple
classifications are identified and interpreted as per specific project
under implementation.
3. Analyze and apply 3.1 Range of criteria that will ensure installation methods comply with
a range of solutions the performance requirements of the Building installation Code of
to installation Ethiopia is determined.
problem 3.2 Alternative solutions to a design or installation problem that will
comply with the requirements of the Building Code of Ethiopia are
discussed and proposed in accordance with company policies and
procedures.
3.3 Performance-based solutions are identified, approved and
documented in accordance with the requirements of the Building
Code of Ethiopia
3.4 Assessment methods referenced in the Building installation Code
of Ethiopia to determine whether a building solution complies with
performance requirements and design requirement or ‘Deemed-

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to-Satisfy Building installation Code of Ethiopia Provision’ of the
Building installation Code of Ethiopia are analyzed and applied.
3.5 Relevant documentation is identified and completed in accordance
with the requirements of the Building installation Code of Ethiopia
4. Apply fire 4.1 Passive and active fire control elements required by the Building
protection Code of Ethiopia and other legislation are identified and applied.
requirements 4.2 Level of fire resistance required for the construction of various
medium-rise buildings is determined based on organization rules
and regulation
4.3 Building Code of Ethiopia requirements with respect to passive and
active fire protection to medium-rise buildings are identified and
applied.
4.4 Checking of existing buildings as compliance with passive and
active fire protection requirements is carried out in accordance
with Building Code of Ethiopia requirements.

Variables Range
Medium-rise is May include but not limited to:
 Building installation codes and standards of Ethiopian (EBCS)
Assessment methods may include but not limited to:
 evidence of suitability as described in the Building Code of Ethiopia
 verification method as defined in the Building Code of Ethiopia
 comparison with Building Code of Ethiopia Deemed-to satisfy
provisions
 expert judgment as defined in the Building Code of Ethiopia
Performance may include but not limited to:
requirements  the performance requirements of the Building Code of Ethiopia
determined to be relevant to a specific project
 performance requirements contained within other legislation
applicable to a specific project
 performance-based contractual requirements that must be fulfilled
by any party
Design requirement may include but not limited to:
 durability
 factor of safety
 economy
 aesthetics

Evidence Guide

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Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills of:
Competence  apply and interpret relevant documentation and codes and accurate
application of Building Code of Ethiopia performance requirements
relating to design and construction of a building
 Analyze and apply a range of solutions to a construction problem
 Identify typical faults and problems and proposed action to rectify
Underpinning Must demonstrate knowledge on:
Knowledge and  Basic design principles and the behavior of structures under stress,
Attitudes strain, compression, bending or combined actions
 Building Code of Ethiopia performance hierarchy
 Definitions and common technical terms or usage specified under
general provisions of Building Code of Ethiopia
 General nature of materials and the effects of performance
 Interpretation and analysis of working drawings and specifications
 Relevance of Ethiopian standards, legislative and OHS
requirements, codes and practices
 Relevant/applicable licensing arrangements
 Medium-rise: Determined according to building codes of Ethiopian
 Purpose and function of structure and methods of implementation
 Environmental impacts on the design, implementation of the
structure
Underpinning Skills Must demonstrate skills of:
 comply with organizational quality procedures and processes
 demonstrate understand some assessment methods available to
determine compliance with the Building Code of Ethiopia
 Classify buildings
Resources Resource requirements for assessment include: Access is required to
real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas,
materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices
and OHS practices.
Methods of Competence may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview / Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Assessment Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated
work place setting

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level IV
Unit Title Prepare Specifications for Installation Works
Unit Code EIS OBEI4 04 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, attitude and skills required to prepare
specifications using standard forms. The preparation of a clearly
understood specification for construction works requires establishing the
level of detail required and identifying all the inherent contractual
obligations.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Determine 1.1 Project brief, working drawings, development approval and other
specification relevant documents are examined to identify the essential
requirements information to be included in the specification
1.2 Standard specifications are examined to determine suitability for
adaptation to the current project
1.3 Non-standard requirements are developed and where technical
aspects require clarification, advice is sought from specialists
2. Assess nature and 2.1 A site inspection is conducted to establish site layout and
scope of the work preliminary site-work requirements and site details and features
are recorded
2.2 Specification includes all relevant details at a level necessary to
describe clearly the nature and scope of the work, including
prescriptive and performance requirements
2.3 Research is undertaken to establish appropriate schedules, using
relevant data sources.
2.4 Details are tabulated and cross-referenced to ensure consistency
between the design brief, the working drawings and the
specifications.
2.5 Details in the specification conform to industry codes of practice
and relevant statutory requirements.
2.6 Information requested from specialists, colleagues and clients is
coordinated and added to the specifications where required.
3. Prepare 3.1 Specification clearly identifies the contractual obligations and
specification rights of the parties involved.
document 3.2 Specification document is complete, checked thoroughly for
compliance with requirements and edited.
3.3 Specification is presented to the client in the required format and
timeframe

Variables Range
Standard May include, but not limited:
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specifications  Developed specifications
 Detailed specifications, which address specific components such as
mechanical, structural, electrical or other requirements
 Documentation requirements arising from building information
modeling
 Industry Standard specifications
 Preliminary or outline specifications
Prescriptive and May include, but not limited:
Performance  Prescriptive requirements: detail relating to materials and quality of
requirements work, quality assurance, nominated subcontractors, provision of site
access/facilities and costs
 Performance requirements: standards of work, work schedules and
milestones
Data sources May include, but not limited:
 Publications and journals
 Computer data files
 Statutes
 Statistical summaries
 Policy statements
 Media reports
 Local, state or territory, and federal government documents and
registers.
Contractual May include, but not limited:
obligations  type of tender
 insurance requirements
 expected performance levels
 prescriptive requirements
 occupational health and safety issues
Tools and Equipment May include, but not limited:
 Computers and appropriate software
 Standard manuals
 Stationery materials
 Drawings

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  apply and interpret relevant documentation and codes
 apply design principles relating to performance of structural
members
 identify typical faults and problems and necessary action taken to
rectify
 conduct a site inspection and identify and record relevant site details
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and features
 research data sources to determine schedules
Required Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge  Client requirements
 Document control
 Documentation requirements for specifications
 Enterprise policy relating to specifications
 Industry codes of practice
 Relevant Ethiopian standards
 Relevant legislation including contract law and trade practices
legislation
 Research sources to determine schedules
 Schedule of rates
 Standard specification documents
 Types of specification and their use
 Attributes including, attention to detail, teamwork and client service
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills of:
 Determine scope of work and specification requirements
 understand different types of specification and their uses
 select appropriately standard specification documents
 Prepare specification document
 Present specifications to client
 Communicate, including liaison with specialists
 Document management
 Identify of specification requirements
 Identify documentation requirements
 Product/service analysis
 Read, interpret and understand a range of documents including
design briefs, drawings, plans, regulations and codes of practice
 communicate with clients in order to determine client requirements
Research and investigation
Resources Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Competence may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview / Written Test
 Observation/Demonstration with Oral Questioning
Context of Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work
Assessment place setting

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level IV
Unit Title Control and Order Bill of Materials
Unit Code EIS BEI4 05 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit the knowledge, attitude and skills to control and order bill of
materials based on the information obtained from technical drawings and
specifications.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Plan and 1.1 The work to be performed is identified and clarified.
prepare for 1.2 Time schedule of specific work to be performed is prepared
work considering available resources based on the program requirements
to be under taken.
1.3 Format (take off sheet) and materials bill of quantities are prepared
based on working drawing.
1.4 Items of all the necessary required materials in all respect of fields are
sorted out, as well as drawing.
1.5 Information regarding remarks is supplied.
2. Measure 2.1 Measurements to be quantified item by item are taken from the
quantities of drawing
work 2.2 Computation of the work to prepare the bill of quantities is done.
3. Check and 3.1 Erroneous data and size of parameters is checked as per accepted
correct standards
quantities 3.2 Corrections and adjustment are made.
3.3 Bill of quantities is finalized and documented
4. Direct the 4.1 Organizational strategic resource procurement and acquisition
resource processes are managed in accordance with company policies and
acquisition procedures.
process 4.2 Staff responsible for procurement and acquisition of resources is
informed of organizational resource requirements.
4.3 Financial and business principles are applied to the resource
acquisition process.
5. Maintain 5.1 The administration system through which resources are procured and
administrative acquired is monitored for its effectiveness.
control over 5.2 Financial and corporate responsibility is exercised over the
resource procurement and acquisition system and its maintenance.
acquisition 5.3 Procurement reports are evaluated in preparation for management
process team meetings.
5.4 Schedules of staff duties are prepared for the setting up of each site.
5.5 Staffs are allocated to specific tasks within the procurement process.
5.6 Regular meetings are facilitated and conducted between team
members and the client to report on progress.
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6. Administer the 6.1 A system for the effective supply and withdrawal of resources from
provision and the site(s) is established and maintained.
withdrawal of 6.2 Strategic information on the usage and movement of resources on site
resources from is managed.
the site 6.3 Communications principles and policies between on-site personnel
and providers of physical resources are established and maintained.
6.4 Feedback from the site(s) is obtained and monitored at
commencement, during and on completion of the project.

Variables Range
Information May include but not limited to:
 verbal or written and graphical instructions, work schedules,
plans/specifications, memos, maps, material safety data sheets (MSDS),
diagrams or sketches and graphics
 Regulatory/legislative requirements pertaining to operations and the
environment
 Manufacturers' specifications and instructions
 Organization work specifications and requirements.
 Instructions issued by authorized personnel
Bill of quantities May include but not limited to:
 Cost of material
 Item of material
 Unit rate
Financial and May include but not limited to:
business  probity and honest dealing
principles  accurate and timely development and maintenance of
 financial records
 accountability and integrity
 transparency of financial processes
 compliance with all legal financial obligations

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
of Competence  apply efficient methods of computation
 apply efficient measurement of work
 apply counter checking procedures
 apply efficient acquisition procedures
 ability to effectively deal with delays
 build capacity to evaluate the system and to recommend and implement
remedial or improvement based changes
 develop resource supply schedules and to priorities events allowing for
possible contingencies
Required Must demonstrate a knowledge of
knowledge  Computation
 Drawing reading
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 Data organization and systematic analysis
 Quantity surveying
 Basic managerial skills
 Effective administration and monitoring of the procurement system and
processes
Required skills Must demonstrate skills to:
 Plan and prepare for work
 Measure quantities of work
 Check and correct quantities
 enable effective administration and monitoring of the procurement
system and processes
Resource The following resources must be provided:
Implication  Workplace or fully equipped assessment location with necessary tools
and equipment as well as consumable materials
Methods of Competence may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview / Written Test
 Observation/Demonstration with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work
Assessment place setting

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level IV
Conduct On-Site Supervision of Building Electrical Installation
Unit Title
Projects
Unit Code EIS BEI4 06 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to
supervise implementation of administration processes relating to
residential and commercial construction projects.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Supervise the 1.1. Contract payments are made in accordance with the contract
administration allowance or orders.
of claims and 1.2. Drawings against allowances are carried out in accordance with
payment organization policy and procedures.
processes. 1.3. Variations to contracts are authorized and corrective action is
taken where necessary.
1.4. Back-charges are applied in accordance with policy guidelines.
1.5. Payment of invoices for material supply is authorized.
1.6. Insurance claims for site loss or damage are completed and
processed.
1.7. Administrative processes are conducted and supervised with
reference to relevant regulatory and organizational requirements.
2. Supervise and 2.1. Diary of on-site communication and events is maintained,
maintain on-site including communications with clients, contractors, inspections,
communications. union matters and suppliers.
2.2. File notes detailing specific instructions are prepared and issued.
2.3. Site reports detailing specific supervisory inspections are prepared
and kept.
2.4. Variation requests or requirements are communicated to the
appropriate person.
2.5. Requests for extensions of time are communicated to the
appropriate person.
2.6. Notice of unsatisfactory work is communicated in writing to the
appropriate individuals.
2.7. Administrative processes are conducted and supervised with
reference to relevant regulatory and organizational requirements.
3. Ensure 3.1. Relevant quality control procedures are identified.
management of 3.2. Site checklists detailing specific items to be inspected at
and compliance appropriate stages are used and completed.
with quality 3.3. Industry and organizational quality manuals and procedures are
control used in managing the quality process.
procedures. 3.4. Local authority inspections are arranged.

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3.5. Quality requirements are communicated to on-site personnel and
building work is assessed against construction standards.
3.6. Processes are put in place to supervise on-site work to ensure the
performance of work to industry, regulatory and contractual
standards.
3.7. Contractual quality standards are met.
4. Complete 4.1. Project administration processes and preparation for practical
project completion are carried out in accordance with the contract
administration requirements and company policy.
processes. 4.2. Practical completion inspection procedure is identified,
communicated to the client and applied on site.
4.3. Handover procedures are identified and carried out in accordance
with organizational policy.
4.4. Certificates and appropriate client information are provided at
handover, including termite protection and appliance warranties.
4.5. Defects liability items are obtained from clients.
4.6. Defects are rectified and client sign-off is obtained.
4.7. Administrative processes are conducted and supervised with
reference to relevant regulatory and organizational requirements.

Variables Range
Regulatory and May include but not limited to:
organizational  building approval conditions
requirements  contract documents
 engineer reports
 environmental standards
 planning and scheduling
 plans and specifications
 safety management plans
 site consultations
 wage and taxation requirements.
On-site May include but not limited to:
communication  allocating and managing human resources
 applying communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate dispute
prevention and resolution
 communicating with regulatory authorities and ensuring conformity
with relevant requirements
 dispersal and scheduling of plant and equipment
 maintaining environmental controls and obligations
 managing expenditure
 participating in on-site meetings
 placing orders for supplies or equipment.
Quality control May include but not limited to:
procedure  checking materials supplied to the site

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 comparing materials against specifications
 quality checklists
 regular on-site progress and quality checks
 reviews of plans and specifications with clients.
Project May include but not limited to:
administration  contract variations
processes  defect identification and rectification
 determining project progress
 inspections
 obtaining required certification
 Progress payments.

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
of Competence  administer claims, variations, and drawings for work done and materials
supplied in accordance with relevant regulatory and organisational
requirements
 establish functional on-site communication systems that include the
systematic gathering of information On-Site events
 implement a site safety policy
 maintain and monitor on-site quality processes
 assess work against construction quality standards and ensure that
rework is carried out
 Administer on-site project completion procedures and inform client as
required.
Required Must demonstrate knowledge of:
knowledge  building and construction industry contract payment system and
obligations
 building and construction industry standards
 certification requirements arising from work performed under
regulations or local authority requirements
 contract variation procedures and associated documentation
requirements
 contracts employed in the building and construction industry.
Required skills Demonstrate skills to:
 apply contract terms and conditions
 apply quality processes
 communicate request and requirements
 use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences
 use and interpret non-verbal communication
 interpersonal skills relevant to the supervision and monitoring of work
processes
 Numeracy skills to apply calculations.
Resource The following resources must be provided:
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and equipment as well as consumable materials
Methods of Competence may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview / Written Test
 Observation/Demonstration with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work
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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level IV
Unit Title Develop and Connect Electrical Control Circuits
Unit Code EIS BEI4 07 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers knowledge, attitude and skills of developing,
connecting and functionally testing electrical power and control circuits
that perform specific control functions. It encompasses working safely;
developing schematic/ladder diagrams and converting them to wiring
diagrams; selecting and connecting contactors and control devices to
perform a specific function.

Elements Performance Criteria

1. Develop and 1.1. OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained
prepare to and understood.
connect 1.2. Established OHS risk control measures and procedures in
electrical preparation for the work are followed.
control circuits
1.3. Safety hazards, which have not previously been identified, are
noted and established risk control measures are implemented.
1.4. Control scenarios are determined from discussions with
appropriate person(s) and documented in accordance with
established procedures.
1.5. Agreement for the control scenarios is sought from appropriate
person(s) and documented in accordance with established
procedures.
1.6. Schematic arrangement of control circuits that complies with
agreed scenarios is documented in accordance with established
procedures.
1.7. Materials needed to connect control circuits are obtained in
accordance with established procedures and checked against job
requirements.
1.8. Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to connect control
circuits are obtained in accordance with established procedures
and checked for correct operation and safety
1.9. Preparatory work is checked to ensure no damage has occurred
and complies with requirements.
2. Connect and 2.1. OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the
test electrical work are followed.

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control circuits. 2.2. The need to test or measure live is determined in strict accordance
with OHS requirements and when necessary conducted within
established safety procedures.
2.3. Circuits/machines/plant are checked as being isolated where
necessary in strict accordance OHS requirements and procedures.
2.4. Control circuit components are connected to comply with the
agreed control scenario.
2.5. Control circuit operation is tested for agreed functionality and in
strict accordance with OHS requirements and established safety
procedures.
2.6. Non-compliant control functions are rectified to comply with the
agreed control scenario
2.7. Unexpected situations are dealt with safely and with the approval
of an authorized person
2.8. Control circuits are connected and tested efficiently without
unnecessary waste of materials or damage to apparatus, circuits,
the surrounding environment or services and using sustainable
energy practice
3. Completion 3.1. OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are
and document followed.
circuit 3.2. Work site is cleaned and made safe in accordance with
development established procedures
activities.
3.3. 'As-connected' control circuits are documented using standard
drawing conventions and an appropriate person or persons
notified in accordance with established procedures.

Variables Range
Control circuits May include but not limited to:
 Multiple light switching circuit
 Master control circuit
 Single stop-start circuit
 Multiple stop-start circuit
 Time controlled circuit
 Machine interlocked circuit
 Motor jogging circuit
 Machine safety circuit
Devices May include but not limited to:
 Multi-way switches
 Switches with more than two positions ONand Off

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 Push buttons
 Electromechanical relays
 Programmable relays
 Contactors
 Reversing contactors
 Three phase starters
 Reduced voltage starters
transducers/sensors May include but not limited to:
 Timers
 Limit switches
 Proximity switches
 Photoelectric cells
 Pressure switches
 Float switches
 Light sensors
 Temperature sensors

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge of:
Competence  Determine control scenarios specifications.
 Develop schematic arrangement of control circuits that meets
the required scenario as specified
 Connect control circuit to function as specified.
 Conduct safety and functional testing correctly
 Identify and correct non-compliant control functions.
 Document 'as-connected' control circuit.
 Deal with unplanned events
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Identification of given circuit diagrams (schematic) symbols and
Attitudes explain the operation of the components represented
 control relay - operating principles, basic contact configurations
and identification and common applications
 applying safe working practices when testing an electrical control
circuits
 timers - operating principles, basic contact configurations and
identification and common applications
 contactors - operating principles, basic contact configurations and
identification and common applications
 thermal overloads - operating principles, basic contact
configurations and identification and common applications
 circuit diagram symbols
 purpose and application of jogging control of motors
 purpose and application of electrical/mechanical interlocking
 common control devices used in automatic control circuits: limit
switches, proximity switches, photoelectric cells, pressure switches,
float switches, light sensors and temperature sensors
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basic operating principles of common control devices

advantages and disadvantages of common control devices

programmable relays - advantages over electromagnetic relay
circuit control.
 typical applications of programmable relays.
 block diagram representation and basic operating principles
 input and output parameters, listing, connections and output types.
 basic programming of ladder circuits consisting of inputs, outputs
i.e. stop-start circuit
 programming timers and using the monitoring facility of the
programmable relay to check the values of the timer
 electronic (soft) starter operating principles, applications and
circuits
 common faults and their symptoms
 reasons for limiting the starting current of large motors.
 DOL(direct on line) starter operating principles, applications and
circuits
 star-delta starter operating principles and circuits
 primary resistance starter operating principles and circuits
 auto-transformer starter operating principles and circuits
 secondary resistance starter operating principles and circuits
 common applications for each starter type
 comparison of motor starters basic characteristics
 reversing operating principles and control circuits
 plug braking operating principles and circuits
 dynamic braking operating principles and circuits
 regenerative braking operating principles and circuits
 eddy current brakes operating principles and circuits
 pole changing operating principles and circuits
 circuit diagram drawing conventions
 circuit development of electrical control circuit in accordance with
a written description (specification) and list the sequence of
operation of the circuit
 variable frequency drives operating principles and circuits
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills in:
 label wires and terminal (numbering systems)
 push button - switching configurations and common applications
 select push buttons/pilot lamps from manufacturer’s catalogues for
specific applications
 develop simple stop-start relay circuit that incorporates pilot lights
and latching circuit
 select relays from manufacturers’ catalogue for specified
applications
 connect simple electrical control circuit from circuit diagrams
 operation of local and remote start-stop control of relays
 operation of an electrically interlocked relay circuit
 Development of a relay circuit incorporating local and remote start
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and stop buttons and electrical interlocking.
 Connect electrical circuits with local and remote start-stop control
and with electrical interlocking.
 apply circuit checking and testing techniques to an electrical control
circuit
 select timers for specified functions from manufactures’ catalogues
 development of timer controlled circuits from a written description
and list the sequence of circuit operation
 Connect a timer controlled circuit using a circuit diagram as a
guide.
 Check and test Timer circuit procedures.
 circuit development using a contactor
 Develop a multiple motor starting circuit from a description of the
circuit operation including jog and interlock functions.
 Select circuit components using manufacturers’ catalogues for
appropriate duty ratings
 Connect and testing a multiple motor starting circuit which
incorporates start, stop and jog control.
 Apply common control devices
 select control devices using manufacturers’ catalogues for specified
applications
 connect control devices into control circuits
 connect a DOL motor starter and testing the operation of the power
and control circuits
 convert control circuits
 Install programmable control relays
 select the most suitable motor starter for a given situation
 connect motor starter power and control circuits for correct
operation
 measure starting current and torque of selected motor starters
 connect a circuit with a braking feature to operate a three-phase
motor
 Install motor braking control circuits
 Install of motor speed controllers.
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Method of Competency should be accessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level IV
Arrange Circuits, Control and Protection for General Electrical
Unit Title
Installations
Unit Code EIS BEI4 08 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers knowledge, attitude and skills of arrangement and
termination of circuits, control and protection devices and systems for
electrical. It encompass knowledge and application of schemes for
protection of persons and property, correct functioning, ensuring
compatibility with the supply, arranging installation into circuits and
selecting and arranging switchgear/control gear and protective devices
to meet compliance requirements and documenting arrangement
decisions.

Elements Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to 1.1 The extent and nature of the electrical installation is determined
arrange from job specifications.
electrical
1.2 Safety and other regulatory requirements to which the electrical
installations
installation shall comply are identified, obtained and understood
circuits,
control and 1.3 Load requirements for individual current-using equipment is
protection determined from job specifications or from consultation with
appropriate persons

2. Arrange 2.1 Circuits, control and protective devices are arranged to ensure safe
electrical and functional operation of the installation and to comply with
installations technical standards and job specifications and requirements.
circuits, control
and protection
2.3 Earthing is arranged and terminated to comply with the
MEN(multiple earth neutral) system requirements.
2.4 Protective devices are selected to meet the required switching and
tripping currents, co-ordination and discrimination for overload and
short-circuit protection.
2.5 Residual current devices are selected to meet the required circuit,
switching and tripping currents required.
2.6 Switchgear/control gear is selected to meet current, voltage and IP
ratings and functional requirements.
2.7 Switchboards are arranged to accommodate control and protective

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devices, links, safety services, and other distributor equipment in
accordance with requirements.
3 Document electrical 3.1 Evidence is obtained from manufacturers/suppliers that electrical
installation circuits, equipment selected complies with safety requirements.
control and protection
3.2 Reasons for selections made, including calculations, are
arrangements documented in accordance with established procedures.
3.3 Electrical installation arrangement and specifications for all
selected items are documented in accordance with established
procedures and forwarded to appropriate person(s).

Variables Range
Circuit, control and May include, but not limited:
protective devices  Series circuit, parallel circuit and series and parallel ckt
 Switch(on/off) and push button
 Circuit breaker
 Fuse
 Relay
safety services May include, but not limited:
 Ground(earthing)
 Insulators
 Connectors
 Junction cover

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skill and knowledge to:
Competence  Identify and determine nature and extent of electrical installation
and safety requirements
 Determine load requirements for current using equipments from
specification and consultation
 Arrange circuits, control and protective devices to insure safe and
functional operation of installation
 Select protective devices and residual current devices to meet
required switching and tripping currents, coordination and
discrimination for overload and short circuit protection
 Arrange electrical installation and selecting specifications of items
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Select minimum size-earthing conductor for a range of active
Attitudes conductor sizes and materials.
 Parts of an earthing system and the purpose of each.
 Typical arrangement for a MEN earthing system.
 Arrangements of protective earthing conductors that comply with
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the Wiring Rules.
Requirements for equipotential bonding in a range of installation
situations.
 Installation of a MEN earthing system for a single phase
installation
 Overload current or fault currents in an electrical installation.
 Equivalent circuit of an earth fault-loop
 Level of fault current possible at a given point in an installation
from the fault-loop impedance and data from the electricity
distributor.
 Operating principles of thermal/magnet circuit breakers.
 Operating principles of common types of fuses.
 Operating principles of residual current devices (RCD).
 Time/current curves tripping characteristics of various types of
circuit breakers that comply with the requirements of the Wiring
Rules.
 Time/current curves fusing characteristics of various types of fuses
that comply with the requirements of the Wiring Rules.
 Time/current curves tripping characteristics of various types of
rcds that comply with the requirements of the Wiring Rules.
 Factors in a fault loop that will affect the impedance of the circuit.
 Maximum impedance of an earth fault-loop to ensure operating of
a protection device.
 Selecting a fuse for fault current limiting protection.
 Drawing switchboard wiring arrangements of 2-pole rcds, 4-pole
rcds, combination RCD/mcbs
 Reason for dividing electrical installations into circuits
 Factors that shall be considered in determining the number and
type of circuits required for an installation.
 Daily and seasonal demand for lighting power, heating and other
loads in a given installation.
 Number and types of circuits required for a particular installation.
 Diagrams/schedules of circuits for given installations.
 Application and arrangements of SELV and PELV circuits
 Risk of injury from mechanical movement of electrically actuated
equipment.
 Protection requirements for damp situations.
 Application and arrangement of an isolated supply
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills in:
 Protect against direct contact (basic protection)
 Protect against indirect contact encompassing:
 Protect against indirect contact is by the use of Class II equipment
and by electrical separation.
 Protect against indirect contact by use of extra-low voltage and
electrical separation.
 Identify factors that shall be considered in determining the number
and type of circuits required for an installation.
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 Number and types of circuits required for a particular installation.
 Diagrams/schedules of circuits for given installations.
 Application and arrangements of SELV(separated or safety extra
low voltage) and PELV(protected extra low voltage) circuits
 Apply and arrange of an isolated supply
 Arrange Physical and circuit for whole current and CT(current
transformer) metering.
 Arrange physical and circuit main switches, circuit protection
devices, fault-current limiters and metering equipment and other
distributor equipment.
 Comply requirements (includes location and access, arc fault
protection, identification, construction suitability, equipment
marking, wiring, fire protection and arc-fault protection).
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Method of Competency should be accessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level IV
Unit Title Fix and Secure Electro Technology Equipment
Unit Code EIS BEI4 09 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, attitude and skills of fixing, securing
and mounting techniques as apply in the various electro technology
work functions. It encompasses the safe use of hand and portable
power tools, safe lifting techniques, safe use of ladders and elevated
platforms and the selection and safe application of fixing devices and
supporting accessories/equipment

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Prepare to 1.1. OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and
fix and understood
secure 1.2. OHS risk control work preparation measures and procedures are
equipment followed
1.3. The scope of work to be undertaken is obtained from
documentation or from work supervisor.
1.4. Advice is sought from the work supervisor to ensure the work is
coordinated effectively with others
1.5. Sources of materials that may be required for the work are
identified and accessed in accordance with established procedures
1.6. Fixing devices are selected for their suitable ability for the
environment, the load they are to support and substratum's into
which they are to be installed
1.7. Supporting accessories/equipment is selected for suitability for the
environment and ability to support and protect from damage that
which they are intended to support
1.8. Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the work
are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety
2. Install 2.1. Electrical isolation is arranged where work is within arm's reach
fixing and of exposed conductive parts, plant or machinery in strict
support accordance OHS requirements and procedures
devices. 2.2. Other OHS risk control measures relevant to the work site are
followed
2.3. Fixing devices are installed in accordance with manufacturer
instructions.
2.4. Support accessories/equipment is install accurately and to comply
with technical standards and job specifications.
2.5. Work is carried out efficiently without waste of materials or
damage to apparatus, circuits, the surrounding environment or

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services and using sustainable energy principles
3. Complete 3.1. OHS risk control work completion measures and procedures are
fixing and followed.
support 3.2. Work site is tidied and tools and equipment cleaned and securely
work. stored.
3.3. Appropriate personnel are notified of the work completion.

Variables Range
Electrical isolation May include, but not limited:
 Isolation transformer(ac)
 Single and double break isolators
 Pantograph isolator

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge to:
Competence  Select fixing for loads of & lt (low tension) suitable for the
environment in which they are to be installed
 Install fixing devices in compliance with manufacturers
instructions
 Install appropriate devices for fixing to a hollow wall, brick,
concrete and steel.
 Install fixing support accessories/equipment relevant the
discipline in which competency is sought.
 Deal with unplanned events
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  types and safe application of devices for hollow wall fixing, solid
Attitudes wall fixing and support
 methods/techniques used to fix/support to wood, hollow wall,
masonry blocks, masonry and concrete structures, plasterboard,
panelling
 types and safe application of fixing devices used in the electro
technology industry for wood and hollow wall structures (wood
screws, coach bolts, self-tappers, self drilling, metal thread, hollow
wall anchors, behind plaster brackets, stud brackets, plasterboard
devices, toggle devices)
 types of tools used for hollow wall fixing and supporting.
 regulatory requirements for use of powder fixing tools.
 hand and power tools used in fixing and supporting accessories
 accessories that may be fixed to metal (saddle clips, conduits,
brackets, switches)
 techniques for fixing to metal
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 types and safe application of using adhesives and tapes as fixing
devices (load limits of different commercial products)
 accessories that may be fixed using adhesives and tapes
 techniques for the application of adhesives and tapes
 tools used to apply and cut adhesives and tapes
 hazards and safety measures when working with adhesives and
chemical fixing devices (fumes, cutting, eye protection, physical
contact, hand protection, ingestion)
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills in:
 Use various fixing methods to fix/support to hollow walls.
 fix devices used in the electro technology industry for solid wall
structures (wall-plugs, expanding concrete fixing devices, gas
powered fixing tools, powder actuated fixing tools, loxins,
dynabolts, chemical devices)
 fix devices: coach bolts, self-tappers, metal thread bolts, hollow
wall anchors, rivets
 fix tools - spanners, screwdrivers, power screw drivers, pop
riveters, files, reamers
 Use power drills, drill bits, change drill speeds.
 Install a fixing device and accessory capable of supporting up to
20 kg on the metal plate
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Method of Competency should be accessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level IV
Solve Problems in Single and Three Phase Low Voltage Electrical
Unit Title Apparatus and Circuits
Unit Code EIS BEI4 10 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers knowledge, skills and attitude for ascertaining correct
operation of single and three phase low voltage electrical apparatus and
circuits and solving circuit problems as they apply to servicing, fault
finding, installation and compliance work functions. It encompasses
safe working practices, apparatus circuit arrangements, issues related to
operation, characteristics and protection and solutions to
apparatus/circuit problems derived from calculated and measured
parameters.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Prepare to 1.1. OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and
solve single understood.
and three 1.2. Established OHS risk control measures and procedure in
phase low preparation for the work are followed.
voltage 1.3. Safety hazards, which have not previously been identified, are
electrical noted and established risk control measures are implemented
apparatus/ 1.4. The nature of the apparatus/circuit(s) problem is obtained from
circuit documentation or from work supervisor to establish the scope of
problems. work to be undertaken.
1.5. Advice is sought from the work supervisor to ensure the work is
coordinated effectively with others.
1.6. Sources of materials that may be required for the work are
established in accordance with established procedures.
1.7. Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the work
are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety.
2. Solve single 2.1. OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the
and three work are followed
phase low 2.2. The need to test or measure live is determined in strict
voltage accordance with OHS requirements and when necessary
electrical conducted within established safety procedures
apparatus/ci 2.3. Apparatus/circuits/plant is checked as being isolated where
rcuit necessary in strict accordance OHS requirements and procedures
problems. 2.4. Established methods are used to solve apparatus/circuit problems
from measure and calculated values as they apply to single and
three-phase low voltage apparatus/circuit
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discussed with appropriate person or persons and documented.
2.6. Unexpected situations are dealt with safely and with the approval
of an authorized person
2.7. Problems are solved without damage to apparatus, circuits, the
surrounding environment or services and using sustainable energy
practices
3. Complete 3.1. OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are
work and followed.
document 3.2. Work site is cleaned and made safe in accordance with
problem established procedures
solving 3.3. Justification for solutions used to solve apparatus/circuit problems
activities. is documented
3.4. Work completion is documented and an appropriate person or
persons notified in accordance with established procedures

Variables Range
Apparatus/circuits May include but not limited to:
 Lighting circuits
 Power circuits
 Rotating machines
 Electrical heating
 Lighting
Problems May include but not limited to:
 electric shock hazard from indirect contract with conductive
parts, insufficiently low impedance of a fault current path and
 inadequate fault protection

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate required skills and knowledge to:
Competence  Determine the operating parameters of existing apparatus/circuits
 Alter an existing apparatus/circuit to comply with specified
operating parameters.
 Develop apparatus/circuits to comply with a specified function and
operating parameters.
 Determine the cause of low efficiency in an existing
apparatus/circuit.
 Determine conditions causing an existing apparatus/circuit to be
unsafe
 Deal with unplanned events
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  TPS cabling requirement for the loop at the light/switch circuit
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Attitudes  The purpose of socket outlets.
 Requirements concerning the polarity of switched socket outlets.
 Installation methods of a single phase socket outlet circuits and a
mixed phase circuit.
 purpose of mixed circuits
 Methods of manual and automatic heat control.
 types and application for common thermostats
 Methods of heat transfer.
 Types of water heaters (instantaneous and storage) and their
methods of control.
 Intrinsic safety (pressure relief and thermal cut-out).
 Solar heating system and its integration into an installation.
 Reasons for the installation of alternative supplies.
 types of alternative supply systems.
 characteristics and operation of UPSs.
 common types of primary cells and secondary batteries and typical
applications.
 effect of internal resistance on a secondary cell.
 state of charge of a secondary cell.
 charge/discharge cycle for a secondary cell.
 commissioning procedures for various secondary batteries.
 safe working procedures when working with secondary cells and
batteries.
 types of fire and smoke alarms.
 regulations and standards requirements regarding residential fire
and smoke alarms.
 locations for residential fire and smoke alarms.
 wiring methods for residential fire and smoke alarms.
 factors and requirements of emergency and evacuation lighting
concerning illumination levels, luminaire positioning and operating
period.
 characteristics of maintained, non maintained and sustained
emergency lighting systems.
 arrangement of batteries in point and central bank emergency
lighting supply systems.
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills in:
 wiring diagrams for the lighting circuit of an installation that
incorporates one-way, two-way and two-way and intermediate
switching of light points using the loop at the light/switch methods
of TPS(throttle position sensor) wiring.
 Install of accessories and wiring using appropriate methods for a
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lighting circuit incorporating one-way, two-way and two-way and
intermediate switching of lighting points using the loop at the
light/switch method of TPS wiring.
 Correct the operation of the install circuits including testing for
correct compliance with Ethiopian Standards.
 correct the operation of the installed circuits including testing
(dead testing only) for correct compliance with Ethiopian
Standards.
 correct the operation of the installed circuits including testing for
correct compliance with Ethiopian Standards.
 Operate common thermostats.
 test a thermostat (including differential and correct operation)
 determine the heat energy in joules and kWh in a simple heating
process
 Determining the heat energy input and output of a heating process.
 Operate reverse cycle air conditioning
 Test of over temperature cut-out point of a thermostat.
 Correct storage, handling and disposal techniques for cells and
batteries.
 install batteries as per AS/NZS3011
 operate of typical residential fire and smoke alarms
 Operate low and high intensity discharge luminaires including their
control equipment.
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Method of Competency should be accessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level IV
Implement and Monitor Energy Sector Environmental and
Unit Title
Sustainable Policies and Procedures
Unit Code EIS BEI4 11 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required for
collecting, interpretation and application of environmental management
information, the identification of environmental impacts and the
assessment of risks. It also consists of monitoring while implementing
environmentally sustainable work polices and plans an, the
development of modifications as part of the review process.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Prepare/plan to 1.1. Works schedule(s), including drawings, plans, requirements,
implement and established procedures, and material lists, are obtained, analyzed,
monitor if necessary, by site inspection and the extent of the preparation of
environmentally the work determined for planning and coordination.
sustainable 1.2. Work is prioritized and sequenced for the most efficient and
work practice effective outcome following consultation with others for
completion within acceptable timeframes, to a quality standard
and in accordance with established procedures.
1.3. Relevant requirements (including environmental regulations)
and established procedures for the work are given to all personnel
and identified for all work sites
1.4. Hazards are identified, OHS risks assessed and control measures
are prioritised, implemented and monitored to ensure safe
systems of work are followed and according to established
procedures.
1.5. Resources including personnel, equipment, tools and personal
protective equipment required for the job are identified, scheduled
and coordinated and confirmed in a safe and technical working
order.
1.6. Risk management is applied to the job identifying and it emising
ways in which energy wastage can be minimized
1.7. Items for installation are sourced, where possible, that are
recycled or reusable, in consultation with an agreement of the
customer
2. Carry out the 2.1. Environmentally sustainable work practice to reduce/ minimise
implementation waste and excessive energy use are implemented and monitored
and monitoring in accordance with requirements and/or established procedures
of with input being sought from specialists where possible
environmentally 2.2. Implementation and monitoring of environmentally sustainable
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sustainable energy management policies and procedures are carried out, in
work accordance with the work schedule and requirements and/or
management established procedures
policies and 2.3. Essential Knowledge and Associated Skills in the safe
procedures implementation and monitoring of environmental and sustainable
energy management policies and procedures are applied to ensure
completion in an agreed timeframe and, to quality standards with
a minimum of waste according to requirements.
2.4. Solutions to non-routine problems are identified and actioned
using acquired Essential Knowledge and Associated Skills
according to requirements.
2.5. Ongoing checks of quality of the work are undertaken in
accordance with requirements and established procedures to
ensure a quality like outcome is achieved for the client/customer
and to a community/industry standard.
3. Complete the 3.1. Work undertaken is checked against works schedule for
implementation conformance with requirements, anomalies reported and solutions
and monitoring identified in accordance with established procedures.
of 3.2. Work site is rehabilitated, cleaned up and confirmed safe in
environmental accordance with established procedures.
and sustainable 3.3. Tools, equipment and any surplus resources and materials are,
energy where appropriate, cleaned, checked and returned to storage in
management accordance with established procedures.
policies and 3.4. Materials suitable for recycling and or reuse are identified and are
procedures stored for further use or proper disposal
3.5. Policies for implementing and monitoring of sustainable work
practices are reviewed and updated from the experience of the
current job and new procedures implemented if required.
3.6. Relevant work permit(s) are signed off and the work
completed/returned to service and advised to client/customer in
accordance with requirements.
3.7. New targets for energy minimization are set, in keeping with
successful strategies
3.8. Successful strategies are promoted and where possible
participants rewarded

Variables Range
Environmental May include but not limited to:
legislation  relevant federal legislation
 relevant state/territory legislation
 relevant local government by-laws
 relevant government or quasi government policies and

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regulations
 relevant community planning and development agreements (e.g.
Land care agreements)
Environmental May include but not limited to:
management  information on applicable environmental laws or other
documentation requirements
 complaint records
 training records
 process information
 process operational log books
 inspection
 maintenance and calibration records
 relevant contractor and supplier information
 incident reports
 information on emergency preparedness and response.

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge of:
Competence  Implement and monitor participative arrangements for the
management of environmentally sustainable work practice
 Implement and monitor the procedures for identifying
procedures for identifying hazards, assessing risks and controlling
risks
 Implement the procedures for dealing with hazardous events
 Implement and monitoring the procedures for environmentally
sustainable work practice
 Implement and monitor the procedures for maintaining
environmentally sustainable work practice records
 Deal with unplanned events by drawing on essential knowledge
and skills to provide appropriate solutions incorporated in the
holistic assessment with the above listed items
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Provisions of relevant environmental legislation
Attitudes  Notion of sustainable work practice
 Effects of neglecting sustainable work practice
 The greenhouse effect - causes, consequences.
 International and national greenhouse imperatives.
 The role of regulators and similar bodies
 Economic benefits of sustainable initiatives.
 domestic, commercial and industrial strategies
 Principles and practice of effective sustainable work practice
management
 Impact of characteristics and composition of the workforce on
sustainable work practice management
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 Techniques for reducing the use of carbon based energy sources
and hence greenhouse gas emissions
 trade related technologies and methods
 Relevance of sustainable work practice management to other
organisational management policies, procedures and systems.
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills in:
 Provide environmentally sustainable work practice information
to the work group
 Identify and explain renewable energy technologies
 Explain Workplace sustainable work practice non compliance,
range and selection of control measures
 Organisational systems and policies and procedures needed for
legislative compliance
 Analyse entire work environment and judge sustainable work
practice interventions
 Analyse relevant workplace data
 Assess resources needed for risk control.
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Method of Competency should be accessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning

Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level IV


Unit Title Test and Commission of Extremely low voltage (ELV )System
Unit Code EIS BEI4 12 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the skills, attitude and knowledge of testing and

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commissioning extremely low voltage (ELV )System such as
electronic fire detection and warning systems in buildings ,and
CCTV system. It encompasses, working safely and to standards,
following oral and written instructions and procedures, securely
placing and connecting fire detection system and warning,
components, and applying customer relation protocols.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Prepare to 1.1 The extent and nature of test and commission fire alarm
assemble and set system is determined from job specifications.
up basic fire alarm 1.2 OHS procedures for a given work area are identified,
and CCTV obtained and understood through established routines.
systems.
1.3 Established OHS risk control measures are followed in
preparation for the work.
1.4 Safety hazards that have not previously been identified are
reported and advise on risk control measures are sought from
the work supervisor.
1.5 The nature and location of the work is obtained from work
supervisor or other appropriate person to establish the scope
of work to be undertaken.
1.6 Advice is sought from the work supervisor or other
appropriate person to ensure the work is co-ordinate effectively
with others.
1.7 Sources of materials that may be required for the work are
established in accordance with established routines.
1.8 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the
work are obtained and checked for correct operation and
safety.
2.Test and 2.1 Established OHS risk control measures for carrying out the
commission fire work are followed.
alarm system 2.2 Circuits and apparatus are checked as being isolated where
necessary in strict accordance OHS requirements and
procedure.
2.3 Fire protection controller and detection and warning devices
are located for optimum performance within limitation
imposed by customers and regulations.
2.4 Test and Confirm Operation of Security, Emergency or Alarm
Systems ,
2.5 Commission and Hand Over Security, Emergency or Alarm

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Systems.
2.6 Accessories are installed straight and square in the required
locations and within acceptable tolerances.
2.7 Cables and conductors are terminated at accessories in
accordance with manufacture’s specifications and regulatory
requirements.
2.8. Procedures for referring non-routine events to immediate
supervisor for directions are followed
2.9. Fire protection installation is carried out efficiently without
waste of materials or damage to apparatus, circuits or the
surrounding environment and using sustainable energy
practices. apparatus/circuit
3. Complete work and 3.1 OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures
document problem are followed.
solving activities. 3.2 Work site is cleaned and made safe in accordance with
established procedures
3.3 Justification for solutions used to solve apparatus/circuit
problems is documented
3.4 Work completion is documented and an appropriate person or
persons notified in accordance with established procedures

Variables Range
Fire alarm system May include but not limited:
 colour graphic visual display units (VDUs)
 fire indicator panel components
 mimic panels
 remote indicating equipment, such as:
 standby batteries
 sub-fire indicator panels
 fire detection equipment, such as:
 data gathering control units
 analogue and analogue addressable smoke, heat and gas
detectors
 warning system equipment, such as:
 alarm bells
 mimic and location panels
 warning and strobe lights
 warning speakers
 fire-suppression systems equipment, such as:
 actuators, such as pneumatic, electrical, mechanical and
manual operation
 container discharge valves
 fittings, including hose fittings
 flexible discharge hoses
 pilot and slave tubes
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 interface equipment to other fire protection and building services
systems, such as:
 door system release controls
 electrical interface relays and contacts
 flow switches and pressure switches
 optical couplers
 utility shutdown devices
 solenoid valves and other activating mechanisms
 interface communication devices, such as:
 remote public address (PA) system outputs
 two-way radios
 warden intercommunication phones.
Apparatus and May include but not limited to:
circuits  Lighting circuits
 Power circuits
 Rotating machines
 Electrical heating
 optical smoke sensors,
 heat sensors,
 optical smoke/heat sensor with integral sounder units,
 manual call points,
 electronic sounders, and interface units, each with its own short
circuit built-in isolators
Fire protection May include but not limited to:
controller  fire indicating panels
 Automatic fire detection and alarm systems
 Fire detection, warning, control and intercom systems –
control and indicating equipment
 equipment specifically interfaced to fire-suppression systems:
 actuation circuit supervision indicators
 alarm operation requirements
 discharge time delays
 dual zone operations
 inhibit discharge switches
 inoperative status indicators
 shutdown operations
 system operation indicators
 system warning indications.

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate required skills and knowledge to:
Competence  Supply and install the necessary conduit, enclosed trucking to the
Fire Cable and accessories and wiring for the fire alarm system.
 Supply, installation, testing and commissioning high quality fast-
acting IP CCTV surveillance system along with power supply,
power distribution and required accessories in the locations of

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different blocks of the office.
 Determine the operating parameters of existing apparatus/circuits.
 Install Fire alarm and CCTV system.
 Develop apparatus/circuits to comply with a specified function and
operating parameters.
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Importance and Widening scope in the present scenario of CCTV
Attitudes  Features component and system configuration of CCTV
 CCTV camera installation requirement in terms of equipment,
system , tools, applications
 CCTV camera installation requirement in terms of equipment,
system , tools, applications
 maintenance of CCTV
 Installation knowledge of smoke detector
 Understanding the function of Alarm system.
 Understands the mounting system of the CCTV-Wall mount and
ceiling mount.
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 Install the CCTV
 Deal with unplanned events
 Setting of Camera and addressing
 Setting of different modes
 Screen display configure
 Identify different types of smoke detectors
 Determine conditions causing an existing apparatus/circuit to be
unsafe
 Alter an existing apparatus/circuit to comply with specified
operating parameters
 Checking ultra sonic detector and Passive infrared detector
 Install Alarm system
 Check the working of the Alarm system
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Method of Competency should be accessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

Occupational standard: Building Electrical installation Level IV


Unit Title Install, test and commission solar power system
Unit Code EIS BEI4 13 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for a
worker to install test and commission solar power system. It
specifically includes tasks of planning work and calculating cost,

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performing distribution of electrical supply, installing and
commissioning off-grid solar PV system .

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Prepare install, 1.1. OHS procedures for a given work area are obtained and
test and understood.
commission solar
power system 1.2. OHS risk control work preparation measures and procedures are
followed.
1.3. The nature of the apparatus problem is obtained from
documentation or from work supervisor to establish the scope of
work to be undertaken.
1.4. Advice is sought from the work supervisor to ensure the work is
coordinated effectively with others.
1.5. Sources of materials that may be required for the work are
identified and accessed in accordance with established
procedures.
1.6. Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the
work are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety
2. Install and 2.1 Types of solar PV system is identified.
commission 2.2 Major components of solar PV system is identified.
off-grid solar
PV system 2.3 Solar PV system installation is planned and prepared.
2.1 Photovoltaic array is mounted.
2.2 Solar photovoltaic array is installed and commissioned.
2.3 PV modules are installed and interpreted.
2.4 Photovoltaic array is mounted.
2.7 Solar photovoltaic array is installed and commissioned.
3. Connect Solar 3.1 Current and Voltage Rating of charge controller are determined
Charge 3.2 Charge Controller is installed and interpreted
Controller with
PV Module
4. Connect Inverter 4.1 Current and Voltage rating are determined and interpreted
and Battery with 4.2 Ampere-hour of the Battery and Battery voltage are determined
the Charge and interpreted
Controller
4.3 Battery and inverter are connected with charge controller and the
load to be used
5. Perform 5.1 Electrical load schedule is reviewed.
distribution of 5.2 Distribution priority is set.
electrical supply
from the solar 5.3 Electrical load parameters are monitored.

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system
6. Complete work 6.1OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are
and document followed.
problem solving 6.2 Work site is cleaned and made safe in accordance with
activities. established procedures.
6.3Justification for solutions used to solve stand-alone renewable
energy systems problems is documented.
6.4 Work completion is documented and appropriate person(s)
notified in accordance with established routine procedures.

Variables Range
Types of solar PV May include but not limited to:
system  Roof top mounted
 Building integrated
 Grid-connected
 Off-grid (standalone)
Major components May include but not limited to:
 Solar panels( PV Module)
 Solar inverter
 Charge Controller
 Battery
 Mounting
 Cabling
 Accessories
Electrical load May include but not limited to:
schedule  Lay out plan
 Input & output voltages
 Voltage drops

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge to:
Competence  Use established routines to solve apparatus problems
 Provide viable solutions to apparatus problems
 Document justification for the solutions used
 Deal with unplanned events by drawing on essential knowledge
and skills to provide appropriate solutions
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Understanding the nature of the problems of stand-alone
Attitudes renewable energy systems
 Understanding technical drawings, sketches and specifications
 Procedure for developing drawings and sketches
 Electrical load schedule
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 Method of setting distribution priority
 Monitoring electrical load parameters
 Types of solar PV system
 Major components of solar PV system
 Solar PV system installation procedure
 Photovoltaic array
 Solar photovoltaic array installation and commissioning
 Charge controller rating in terms of voltage and current
 Ampere-hour, voltage and number of plates in the battery
 Current and Voltage rating of inverter
 Corrective maintenance planning, preparation and execution
 Procedure of carrying out planned preventive maintenance
 Troubleshooting and fault detection methods for Charge
Controller, inverter and battery
 Procedures on carrying out corrective maintenance
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 Interpret drawings, sketches and specifications
 Develop Drawings and sketches
 Review electrical load schedule
 Set distribution priority
 Monitor electrical load parameters
 Identify types of solar PV system
 Identify major components of solar PV system
 Select charge controller as per the load to be used( voltage and
current rating)
 Finalize Current and Voltage rating of inverter
 plan and prepare solar PV system installation
 Mount photovoltaic array
 Install and commission solar photovoltaic array
 Perform troubleshooting
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices.
Method of Competency should be accessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level IV
Unit Title Install, test and commission lift and escalator elevators
Unit Code EIS BEI4 14 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge skills and attitude required to install,
test and commission lift and escalator systems.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Prepare and plan 1.1 OHS requirements and workplace procedures for a given work
for install, test and area are identified and applied
commission lift 1.2 OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures in
and escalator preparation for the work are followed
system
1.3 Scope of work to be undertaken is identified from maintenance
workplace procedures or fault/breakdown reports and/or
discussions with appropriate person/s
1.4 Advice is sought from work supervisor to ensure work is
coordinated effectively with others
1.5 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out
service work are obtained in accordance with workplace
procedures and checked for install, test and commission lift
power supply system.
1.6 Correct drawings are interpreted based on job requirements
1.7 Correct quantities of conduit, fittings and accessories are
determined as per job requirements
1.8 Safety procedures are followed in line with standard operating
procedures.
2. Install, test and 2.1 OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out
commission lift service work are followed
and escalator 2.2 Install, Test and commission of various electrical and
electronic control devices, safety devices, control panels, limit
switches and power wiring, etc. for control drives of lifts and
escalator are checked as per job requirements.
2.3 Need to test or measure live electrical work is determined in
accordance with OHS requirements and conducted in
accordance with workplace safety procedures
2.4 Circuits and apparatus are checked and isolated in accordance
with OHS requirements and workplace procedures

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2.5 Safety hazards resulting from fault/s or breakdown are
documented on job safety assessments, risks assessed and risk
control measures implemented in consultation with appropriate
person/s
3. Complete and report 3.1 OHS work completion risk control measures and workplace
service activities procedures are followed
3.2 Reusable, faulty or worn components are inspected, tagged and
despatched for repair to maintain adequate spares in accordance
with workplace procedures
3.3 Maintenance work activities are documented in accordance with
workplace procedures

Variables Range
Tools and equipment May include but not limited to:
 control circuit
 sensor
 limit switch
 emergency equipment,
 hack saw,
 pipe cutter,
 plumb bob,
 pipe reamer,
 pipe threader,
 pipe bender,
 bolt cutter,
 electric drill
 Electrical power tools
 Power drills
 Portable grinder:
Install, test and May include but not limited to:
commission  continuity test
 insulation resistance
 polarity
 correct circuit connections

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  Explain requirements for completing the safe isolation of
electrical circuits and installations.
 Install various electrical and electronic control devices, safety
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devices, control panels, limit switches and power wiring, etc.
for control drives of lifts and escalator.
 Understand the requirements for the use of test instruments
used to carry out inspection and testing of electrical
installations.
 Understand the requirements for completing the inspection of
electrical installations.
 Understand the requirements for testing before circuits are
energised.
 Understand the requirements for testing energised installations
The required Demonstrate knowledge to:
Knowledge and  Interpretation of electrical wiring diagrams
Attitudes  mechanical drawings
 Types of electrical conduit
 Proper uses and installation of conduits
 Technics in installing and bending of conduits and fittings
 Proper Installation for maintenance accessibility
 of the electrical installation for initial verification
 Be able to test electrical installations prior to them being placed
into service
 Be able to complete and report the outcome of the initial
verification and issue the electrical installation certificate to the
client
 Be able to commission the electrical installation
 Understand the requirements for periodic, inspecting and testing
of electrical installations.
 Understand the requirements for the completion of electrical
installation condition reports and associated documentation
 Be able to confirm safe systems of work and the suitability of
the electrical installation for periodic inspection and testing.
 Be able to carry out testing of electrical installations
 Be able to complete and report the condition of the electrical
installation certificate to the client
The required Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 interpret work instructions
 Handle materials and tools and equipment
 Lay-outing conduits
 Bend electrical metallic conduits
 Cut conduits
 Perform the installation
Resources Implication Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,

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including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information
on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated
work place setting

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level IV
Unit Title Test and commission of heating, ventilation and air
conditioning systems
Unit Code EIS BEI4 15 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required to test
and commission wiring system of (HVAC) heating, ventilation and
air conditioning.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Prepare and plan to 1.1 OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained
test and commission and understood
heating, ventilation 1.2 Established OHS risk control measures and procedures are
and air conditioning followed in preparation for the work.
systems 1.3 Safety hazards that have not previously been identified are noted
and established risk control measures are implemented.
1.4 Appropriate personnel are consulted to ensure the work is
coordinated effectively with others involved on the work site.
1.5 System operating parameters are identified by reviewing system
specifications and component technical data.
1.6 tand testing devices needed for the work are obtained in
accordance with established procedures and checked for correct
operation and safety.
1.7 Preparatory work is checked to ensure no damage has occurred
and complies with requirements.
1.8 The need to test or measure live is determined in strict
accordance with OHS requirements and when necessary
conducted within established safety procedures.
1.9 Circuits are checked as being isolated where necessary in strict
accordance OHS requirements and procedures.
2. Test and 2.1 OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the
Commission work are followed.
heating, 2.2 Test and commission is checked for HVAC installation.
ventilation and 2.3 Testing/measuring devices are connected and set up in
air accordance with requirements for a particular system.
conditioning 2.4 Control devices installed in the air stream for air flow quantity
systems. and distribution control are adjusted in accordance with the
system's design and manufacturer specifications.
2.5 Measurements and adjustments are made to equipment
components and controls to provide optimum system
performance in accordance with system specifications and
regulatory requirements.

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2.6 Decisions for dealing with unexpected situations are made from
discussions with appropriate persons and job specifications and
requirements.
2.7 Methods for dealing with unexpected situations are selected on
the basis of safety and specified work outcomes.
2.8 Equipment is commissioned using appropriate plans, drawings
and texts in accordance with the work plan
2.10 Equipment is commissioned in conjunction with others
involved in, or affected by, the work in accordance with the
work plan.
2.11 Equipment is set up in accordance with operational
requirements/manufacturer specifications.
2.12 Testing and monitoring procedures are followed and results
monitored, interpreted and documented to ensure equipment
operates/functions within specifications
2.13 Final job inspection is carried out and permits relinquished as
required in accordance with the work plan
3. Completion 3.1 OHS risk control work completion measures and procedures are
and report followed.
commissioning 3.2 Work site is cleaned and made safe in accordance with
activities. established procedures.
3.3 Adjustment settings are documented and an appropriate person
or persons notified in accordance with established procedures.

Variables Range
HVAC installation May include but not limited to:
 circular thermoplastic sheathed (TPS)
 data cables
 flat TPS
 flexible cables
 shielded cables
 thermoplastic insulated (TPI) cable
control devices May include but not limited to:
 Sensors.
 Controllers.
 Controlled devices.
 Source of energy

Evidence Guide

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Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  Identify system design operating parameters.
 Measure and adjusting system components and controls to
provide optimum system performance.
 Ensure system operates within regulatory requirements.
 Document adjustment settings with established procedures
 Deal with unplanned events by drawing on essential knowledge
and skills to provide appropriate solutions incorporated in the
holistic assessment with the above listed items.
The required Demonstrate knowledge to:
Knowledge and  building specifications/requirements/responsibilities
Attitudes  design and as installed drawings
 building codes
 design conditions
 pre – commissioning checks
 calibration of instruments
 commissioning procedures
 data collection and recording, documentation
 reporting procedures
 factors affecting the design of ductwork systems
 types of ductwork systems
 static, velocity and total pressure
 air testing and balancing
 types and characteristics
The required Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 test and commission electrical circuits and wiring of HVAC
 the procedures and equipment to test before and after energizing
wiring and systems
 reasons for carrying out all tests
 common wiring system faults

 method(s) for rectifying faults


Resources Implication Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information
on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated
work place setting

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level V
Provide Advice on Effective and Energy Efficient Lighting
Unit Title
Products
Unit Code EIS BEI5 01 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the skills, knowledge and attitude to advising
customers of effective and energy efficient lighting products within the
scope of manufacturers’ product data. It encompasses a basic
knowledge of lighting principles, light source types and typical
applications and interpreting manufacturers’ technical data and
documenting advice given.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Prepare to 1.1. OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained
provide advice and understood.
on lighting 1.2. Appropriate questioning and active listening are used, drawing on
products basic knowledge of lighting to determine the nature of the
enquiry.
1.3. Lighting documentations/files that will assist in providing the
necessary advice are reviewed and understood
1.4. OHS risk control work measures and procedures are followed.
1.5. Basic knowledge of lighting and manufacturers’ data is applied to
provide the necessary advice.
1.6. Higher technical or costing inquiries are referred to an
appropriate person of higher authority.
1.7. Inquiries and how they where responded to are documented in
accordance with routine procedures.
2. Provide advice 2.1. OHS risk control work measures and procedures are followed
on lighting 2.2. Basic knowledge of lighting and manufacturers’ data is applied to
products provide the necessary advice
2.3. Higher technical or costing inquiries are referred to an appropriate
person of higher authority.
2.4. Inquiries and how they where responded to are documented in
accordance with routine procedures.

Variables Range
Higher technical or May include, but not limited:
costing inquiries  Advanced Diploma
 On site electrical engineer

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Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge to:
Competence  Determine the nature of the advice required
 Review appropriate lighting documentation and providing
appropriate advice
 Apply basic knowledge of lighting to providing relevant advice
 Refer high technical and costing inquiries to an appropriate person.
 Document inquiries and responses in accordance with routine
procedures
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Electromagnetic spectrum and visible (frequency/wave length) range
Attitudes  Light output from a source (luminous flux), efficacy of different
types of lamps and terms, units and symbols used.
 Light intensity — definition, terms, units, symbols and relationship
with luminous flux
 I luminance — definition, terms, unit, symbol and relationship with
luminous flux and environmental factors
 Significance of inverse square law on luminance
 Luminance — definition, term, unit, symbol and relationship with
luminous intensity and luminance
 Vision and illuminance standards for particular environments and
activities
 Primary and additive colours
 Frequency and colour that light is perceived
 Comparison of the colour spectrum of sunlight and light generated
from different lamp types.
 Colour temperature scale and the perceived colour of a light source
 Colour rendering and colour distortion.
 Features — envelope, filament type and temperature (K), fill gas,
cap and common power ratings
 Effect of filament evaporation over time
 Effect on parameters ( ϕ, η, P, hr) with variations in rated voltage
 Type T series basic principle, double and single phosphor coating
and CRI; expectations (efficacy [ l/w]; visual ambience [K]; visual
satisfaction [CRI]; life [ hr])
 Compact fluorescent (CFL) types — integrated and non-
integrated ballasts; form; rating for equivalent light out of
 Mercury lamp — types (blended light lamps and high pressure (HP)
lamp), structural features, spectral intensity and CRI
 Optical function and components (Optical components include a
variety of mechanism to: distribute light, direct light, filter light
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and/or limit glare; and achieve maximum possible light output ratio).
 Light output ratio of common typical luminary without and with
reflector and diffuser mechanisms.
 Metal halide lamp — principles, structural features, lamp forms,
spectral intensity and CRI
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 Ingress Protection (IP) ratings and examples of their application to
luminaries
 Compare the colour spectrum of sunlight and light generated from
different lamp types.
 Make appropriate electrical components for the insulation class or
ELV fault protection and include supply terminals; lamp holder(s);
electrical ancillaries when needed; and appropriated internal wiring).
 Explain light distribution and reading a polar luminance distribution
curve.
 Classify light distribution and beam spread types and features of
indoor luminaries (Features include light distribution, symmetry,
screening and utilization factor)
 Identify types and features of outdoor luminaries (Features include
types of light distribution and reflector control)
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices
Method of Competency should be accessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level V
Unit Title Manage People and Equipment Performance
Unit Code EIS BEI5 02 0322

Unit Descriptor This covers the knowledge, skills and attitude to develop key result
areas and key performance indicators and standards, coupled with
regular and timely coaching and feedback, provide the basis for
performance management of an employees and equipment.

Elements Performance Criteria

1. Allocate work 1.1 Relevant groups and individuals are consulted on work to be
allocated and resources to be deployed
1.2 Ensure work is allocated in accordance with operational plans
1.3 Ensure allocation of work is cost effective and appropriate in terms
of the use of internal/external labor
1.4 Performance standards, code of conduct and work outputs and
processes are confirmed prior to commencement
1.5 Performance indicators are developed for key result areas and
agreed prior to commencement of work
1.6 Ensure supply chain of resources to work teams established and
operating effectively.
1.7 Risk analyses are undertaken in accordance with the
organizational risk management plan and legal requirements
2. Assess 2.1 Performance management and review processes are designed to
performance be consistent with organizational objectives and policies
2.2 Participants in the performance management and review process
are trained
2.3 Performance management processes are implemented in
accordance with planning and timelines
2.4 Coordination of people, resources and equipment are assessed for
provision of optimum results
2.5 Relevant performance reports are analyzed in details and
appropriate action undertaken to respond to performance data
2.6 Performance is monitored and evaluated on a continuous basis
3. Provide 3.2 Informal feedback is given in a regular, timely manner
feedback
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3.3 Poor performance is identified promptly and brought to the
attention of the appropriate person
3.4 On-the-job coaching is provided when necessary, both to improve
performance and confirm excellence in performance
3.5 Documentation of performance is in accordance with performance
management system
3.6 Formal structured feedback sessions occur as necessary and in
accordance with organizational policy
4. Manage follow- 4.1 Performance improvement and development plans are developed
up in accordance with organizational policies and with assistance
from human resource specialists where appropriate
4.2 Excellence in performance is reinforced through recognition and
continuous feedback
4.3 Individuals not meeting expectations are provided with the
necessary coaching and re-training and monitored closely Support
services are provided to meet individual needs and circumstances
4.4 Individuals who continue to perform below expectations are
counseled and, where necessary, placed within the disciplinary
process
4.5 Terminations occur where serious misconduct or on-going under-
performance occurs
4.6 Terminations are in accordance with organizational and legal
requirements
4.7 Appropriate action to bring equipment performance to desired
level is ensured to be undertaken
4.8 Performance feedback systems are evaluated regularly and revised
as necessary
4.9 Selection, induction and training systems are evaluated regularly
and improved

Variable Range
Performance May include but not limited to:
standards  The level of performance sought of an individual or group which
may be expressed either quantitatively or qualitatively
Code of Conduct May include but not limited to:
 An agreed (or decreed) set or rules relating to employee
behavior/conduct with other employees or customers

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performance May include but not limited to:
indicators  Those measures developed to gauge performance outcomes against
targets
Supply chain May include but not limited to:
 Network of people transforms into work services and then finished
products, and delivers them through a distribution system. It spans
work distribution; views them not as discrete elements but
interlinked.
Risk analysis May include but not limited to:
 A determination of the likelihood of a negative event preventing the
organization meeting its objectives and the likely consequences of
such an event on organizational performance
Performance May include but not limited to:
management  A process or set of processes for establishing a shared understanding
of what an individual or group is to achieve, and managing and
developing individuals in a way which increases the probability it
will be achieved in both the short and longer term in accordance
with relevant industrial agreements
Performance May include but not limited to:
reports  Individual or team performance
 Equipment performance:
 Condition monitoring results
 Underperformance
 Misuse / overuse
Excellence in May include but not limited to:
performance  Regularly and consistently exceeding the performance targets
established whilst meeting the organization’s performance standards
Key result areas May include but not limited to:
 Those areas of project performance which are critical to the overall
success of the business (or section of a projects)
Relevant groups May include but not limited to:
and individuals  Employees, employee representatives, employer representatives, line
managers and human resource personnel

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills of:
Competence  Assess evidences required for systematic value chain analysis of all
of the support activities of the business and the outcomes of that
analysis BEM translated into action
 Present evidence of risk management and evaluation of performance
leading to effective remediation

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 Coach workplace (informal feedback) coupled with formal
performance feedback, resulting in performance improvement
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Relevant legislation from all levels of government that affects
Attitudes business operation, especially in regard to Occupational Health and
Safety and environmental issues, equal opportunity, industrial
relations and anti-discrimination
 Relevant awards and certified agreements
 Performance measurement systems utilized within the organization
 Key result areas of the organization
 Human resource specialist assistance available
 Organizational plans and objectives (strategic, tactical and
operational)
 Human resource planning
 All legislation relevant to the organization which impacts on people
performance (including anti-discrimination laws)
 Organizational support services for employees (external and
internal)
 Electronic commerce systems
 Critical path/PERT methodology
 High reliability organizational concepts
 Energy management
 Capital investment evaluative methodology including NPV and ROI
 Unfair dismissal rules and due process
 Staff development strategies
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills of:
 assess supply chain performance using analytical and evaluative
skills.
 Perform measurement skills to develop and manage key
performance indicators
 Plan and coordinate skills to ensure the people resources and
equipment work in a functional manner to achieve optimum results
 Perform management skills to ensure objectives, outcomes and
outputs are delivered on time, within budget, and incident free
 Apply systems analysis and design skills to ensure that system
measure performance in a timely way
 Apply coaching and training skills to remediate any under-
performance present in the work group or individuals
 Relate to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic
backgrounds and physical and mental abilities
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Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices
Methods of Competence may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview / Oral questioning / Written Test
 Observation/Demonstration with oral questioning
Context of Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work
Assessment place setting

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level V
Unit Title Monitor Construction Environment Process
Unit Code EIS BEI5 03 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the skills, knowledge and attitude required to manage
construction environmental management practices and processes as
part of the organization’s overall management system.

Elements Performance Criteria

1. Prepare 1.1 Current shifts in environmental legislation or regulation are


environmental analyzed in relation to their potential impact on the organization.
management
1.2 Best practice and benchmarking methods are used to determine
plan for the
current environmental management performance.
organization
1.3 Project environmental obligations and management requirements
are analyzed.
1.4 Practical problems encountered on site are gathered and analyzed
1.5 An environmental management plan is prepared on the basis of
the available information.
1.6 Senior management advice is sought, as required, concerning the
implementation of the plan.
2. Organize 2.1 Staff and contractors are informed of their obligations in
implementation implementing the environmental planning process and monitored
of for compliance.
environmental 2.2 Environmental data gathering systems are evaluated, changes are
plan made as necessary and the system is managed for maximum
efficiency and accuracy.
2.3 New projects are evaluated to determine their impact on existing
environmental planning obligations.
2.4 Local authorities and/or regulatory bodies are contacted
concerning those areas of the plan where there is on-going
monitoring or external overseeing.
2.5 Information concerning updates to the environmental management
plan is communicated to staff and stakeholders.
2.6 An environmental management plan evaluation strategy is
developed and managed to ensure that the organization remains on
track in the event of changing circumstances.

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3. Monitor 3.1 Organizational feedback systems are implemented and managed to
implementation assist the conformance and management of the plan.
3.2 Regular feedback is obtained concerning the operations of the
environmental management plan to assist the organization to meet
its legal obligations.
3.3 Where necessary, legally required auditing practices to ensure
probity and accountability to legislative requirements are managed
and maintained.
3.4 Contractor contact is maintained and their conformance with
environmental management requirements is monitored.
3.5 Emergency and remediation response strategies are implemented
as necessary to assist conformance with the environmental
management plan.
4. Review and 4.1 The environmental management plan is reviewed to identify areas
enhance which need improvements and action is taken.
environmental 4.2 Measures are introduced to assist staff to suggest more efficient
management procedures and innovations to improve the performance of the
plan environmental management plan.
4.3 Plans are redrafted to include improvements or address
deficiencies which are found during the monitoring.
4.4 Revised plans are submitted for endorsement by senior
management and procedures are changed accordingly.

Variables Range
Best practice and May include but not limited to:
Benchmarking  Formally or informally prepared performance indicators against
methods environmental management objectives
 Specific environmental targets, including emissions, noise, dust,
waste disposal, storm and ground water disposal, waste segregation
and hazardous materials
 Performance measurements against industry, local authority,
regulatory or world standards
 Statistical record-keeping, using 'at start', ongoing and 'at conclusion'
measurements
 Strategic comparisons of 'resources in' and ' residuals out'
 Costs associated with environmental conformance
 Comparisons of current, previously established and external
environmental management plans

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Environmental May include but not limited to:
management plan  Formally or informally gathered information concerning
environmental issues and requirements
 Timeframes and key environmental benchmarks to be achieved
 Environmental prohibitions or restrictions to be applied within
specific projects
 Key people to be consulted or included in decision making
 Specific forms of activity to be pursued or which are subject to
monitoring or evaluation
Environmental data May include but not limited to:
gathering systems  Formal and informal reports from employees and staff
 Scheduled environmental management meetings and briefings
 Conformance reporting on achievement of milestones or performance
targets
 Statistical and analytical data in support of environmental
management objectives
Feedback system May include but not limited to:
 Specifically documented processes using formal reporting
arrangements
 Spot checks on aspects of the environmental management process
 Formal and informal information gathering from employees and
contractors
 Feedback from regulatory authorities

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  Successfully develop effective environmental management action
plans and strategies
 provide management advice to the organization for the extent of
effective environmental
 Assessment of variations in environmental management
performance
 Manage improvements to organizational environmental management
practices and to reduce the risk of non-conformance following an
effective process
 Conform with relevant legislative and regulatory requirements
 Research relevant current trends in environmental management and
controls
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Benchmarking and the establishment of environmental goals
Attitudes  The effect and efficiency of the environmental management
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recording and reporting systems and preparation of documentation to
organizational standards
 Current trends in environmental management and controls
 Environmental management practices and methodologies
 Legal and regulatory obligations implicit in environmental
requirements
 Penalties for various breaches of environmental obligations and
conformance requirements
 Relevant licensing arrangements applicable
 Statistical analysis methodologies
Underpinning Skills  Burst and crush reinforced concrete
 Apply OHS procedures during operation
 Perform clean-up activities
 Maintain burst/crush equipment
Resources Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implication including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices
Assessment Competence may be assessed through:
Methods  Interview
 Observation/Demonstration
Context of Competence may be assessed in the real workplace or in a simulated
Assessment workplace setting

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level V
Unit Title Monitor Costing System of Electrical works
Unit Code EIS BEI5 04 0322

Unit Descriptor This unit covers the required skills, knowledge and attitudes to monitor
Electrical works costing systems. This includes maintenance of cost
control, the production of expenditure schedules and other arrangements
which ensure contracts or projects to remain on budget.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Supervise the 1.1 Staff members are supervised in their identification of construction
identification costs and accurate estimates made from project schedules.
and
1.2 Definitive cost estimates are accurately translated into the correct
classification
cost centers appropriate to contract requirements.
of project costs
1.3 Cost centers are correctly identified and incorporated into a planned
project cost network.
1.4 Risk assessment is undertaken and estimated cost is compared with
estimated risk.
1.5 All planning ensures there is compliance with relevant codes of
practice, standards and legislative requirements.
2. Manage the 2.1 Draft schedules of project expenditure are prepared with critical
preparation of points identified.
schedule of 2.2 Expenditure schedules are prepared using organizational processes
project and hardcopies produced.
expenditure
2.3 Critical financial phases of the project are identified and cash flows
are matched to expenditure.
3. Prepare curves 3.1 Interim payment claims and rise and fall calculations are prepared
showing for the contractor and subcontractors.
projected cash 3.2 Projected 'S' curve is prepared to show cash flow and resource
flow and control.
payments
3.3 Cash flows using 'time risk' and 'cost risk' are prepared and
compared.
3.4 Cash flows using 'early start' and 'late finish' for pessimistic or
optimistic outcomes are compared.
3.5 Pessimistic overdraft requirements are calculated.

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4. Maintain 4.1 Project cash flow and creditor payments are monitored daily.
continuous 4.2 Budget cost on the network is compared to actual costs in the tender
checks on calculations.
expenditure
and evaluate 4.3 Rise and fall clause calculations are undertaken and variations are
outcomes advised to the financial controller.
4.4 Reasons for any cost variations are analyzed and identified.
4.5 Remedial action is taken and recorded as necessary to retain contract
financial compliance.
5. Prepare final 5.1 Actual costs are compared with estimates at the completion of the
cost report job and a report is compiled detailing future actions.
5.2 Organizational rates are adjusted as required, based on the final cost
report and current movements in prices and rates.

Variables Range
Project May include but not limited to:
Costs  All human resource costs, including direct employees' and
subcontractors' rates
 Overhead costs, including administration support, power, lighting,
accommodation and rent
 Plant and equipment purchase/lease and operating costs
 Materials such as conduits, wires/cables, fixtures, and etc
 Relevant codes, standards and legislation
Schedules of May include but not limited to:
project  Labor costs against estimated costs
Expenditure  Materials purchases
 Consumables such as electric power
 Supplies such as timber and construction materials
Projected cash May include but not limited to:
flow and  Progress payments in for work completed
Payments  Progress payments out for work undertaken
 Progress payments for supplies and materials
 Penalties
 Wages and salaries
 Insurances, including workers' compensation premiums
Final cost report May include but not limited to:
Includes:  Detailed summaries of actual costs against estimates
 Details of cost over-runs and savings on labor and contracting out
 Cost/benefit analyses of overtime payments

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 Details of savings or under-expenditure on materials or supplies
 Equipment performance information and efficiencies

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  Compare actual versus estimated costs and the production of schedules
of expenditure
 Ensure efficient and punctual production of financial data in the form
required by the organization
 Ensure planning and continuous revision of the schedules of payments
and cash flows to match contract performance and efficiency
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of :
Knowledge and  Estimating and costing systems used in the construction industry
Attitudes  Expenditure evaluation methods
 Financial principles and cash flows
 Project financial processes and timelines
 Relevant licensing arrangements applicable
 Relevant standards, codes of practice and legislation
 Variations in rates occurring through 'rise and fall' clauses and their
effects
Underpinning Demonstrate skills of:
Skills  Apply account keeping skills to identify cost centers and monitor cash
flows
 Carryout analysis and interpretation skills to undertake financial risk
assessments
 Apply numerical skills, including the ability to perform complex
financial calculations
 Prepare schedules of expenditure and expenditure projections
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including
Implications work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace
practices and OHS practices
Methods of Competence may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview / Oral questioning / Written Test
 Observation/Demonstration with oral questioning
 Assessment can be through simulated project-based activity and must
include evidence relating to each of the elements
Context of  Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work
Assessment place setting
 This unit of competence could be assessed by the effective monitoring
of a construction costing system.

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level V
Unit Title Select and Arrange Equipment for Special Electrical Installations

Unit Code EIS BEI5 05 0322

Unit Descriptor This unit covers the skills, knowledge and attitude of selecting and
arranging electrical equipment into distribution circuits for installations
in caravan parks, construction and demolition sites, marinas, medical
treatment areas and moveable premises. The unit encompasses schemes
for protection of persons and property, correct functioning,
compatibility with the supply, arrangement of circuits and selection of
switchgear, control gear, protection devices and wiring based on
calculated and deemed-to-comply solutions

Elements Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to select 1.1. The extent and nature of the electrical installation is determined
equipment. from job specifications.
1.2. Safety and other regulatory requirements to which the electrical
installation shall comply are identified, obtained and understood
2. Arrange 2.1. Circuits are arranged to ensure safe and functional operation of
installation into the installation
circuits. 2.2. Circuits are arranged to comply with technical standards and job
specifications and requirements
2.3. Earthing is arranged to comply with the MEN system
requirements.
3. Select cables, 3.1. Wiring is selected for suitability for the environments in which
protection and they are installed.
switchgear. 3.2. Cable conductor sizes are selected to meet current-carrying
capacity requirements and voltage-drop and fault-loop impedance
limitations.
3.3. Protection methods and devices are selected to meet co-ordination
requirements for overload and short-circuit protection.
3.4. Switchgear and control gear is selected to meet current, voltage
and IP ratings and functional requirements.
3.5. Earthing system components are selected to meet requirements of
the MEN system.
3.6. Evidence is obtained that electrical equipment selected complies

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with safety requirements.
4. Document 4.1. Reasons for selections made, including calculations, are
electrical documented in accordance with established procedures.
installation. 4.2. Electrical installation arrangement and specifications for all
selected items are documented in accordance with established
procedures and forwarded to appropriate person(s).

Variables Range
Electrical May include but not limited to:
Installation  Consumer’s mains
 Main earthing system and main switchboard and sub-mains
 Earthing system and distribution boards,
 Final sub circuits and requirement particular to the installation type
Types of May include but not limited to:
installation  Construction and demolition sites.
 Medical treatment areas,
 Moveable premises

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge to:
Competence  Arrange electrical installations to comply with safety and other
regulatory and functional requirements
 requirements for overload and short-circuit protection.
 Select switch gear and control gear that meet current, voltage
and IP ratings and functional requirements
 Select appropriate earthing components
 Document installation arrangement, specification for items
selected and reasons for the selections made.
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Technical standards, regulations and codes for special electrical
Attitudes installations
 Additional requirements for special installations
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills in:
 Select and arrange of equipment for special electrical
installations
 Select appropriate type and size of cables
 install HV in consumer’s premises
 Select protection methods and devices that meet co-ordination

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Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices

Method of Competency should be accessed through:


Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level V
Develop, Enter and Verify Word and Analogue Control Programs for
Unit Title Programmable Logic
Unit Code EIS BEI5 06 0322

Unit Descriptor This unit covers the required skills, knowledge and attitude of
development, installation and testing of programs for building
electrical installation system requiring advance control functions. It
encompasses working safely, using structure logic, acceptable design
techniques, applying knowledge of high level instructions, and
documenting development and programming activities.

Elements Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to 1.1. OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained
develop and understood through established routines and procedures.
building 1.2. Established OHS risk control measures and procedures are
electrical followed in preparation for the work.
installation
control systems 1.3. Mode of operation of the control system is determined from job
programs specifications of the process/plant/machine to be controlled, and
through consultation with appropriate person(s).
1.4. Equipment, software and testing devices needed to carry out the
work are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety.
1.5. Installation of programmable controller is checked for
compliance with regulations and job specification.

2. Develop and 2.1. Established OHS risk control measures and procedures for
enter and carrying out the work are followed
programs for
2.2. Control solutions are developed and documented based on the
building operational mode and using acceptable methods for designing
electrical control system that contain numeric variables and values.
installation
control systems. 2.3. Developed control solution is entered using a personal computer
and software applicable to the programmable controller.
2.4. Programming elements are written and used to manipulate word
data
2.5. Program control values are assigned using applicable numbering
systems and codes.
2.6. Programs are written to read and write analogue signals, both
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with and without
2.7. Arithmetic functions are used to scale analogue inputs to a
specified engineering span.
2.8. Arithmetic functions are used to un-scale an engineering value to
drive an analogue output.
2.9. Methods for dealing with unexpected situations are selected on
the basis of safety and specified work outcomes.
3. Monitor, verify 3.1. Device operation is tested in strict accordance OHS requirements
and document and procedures.
programming 3.2. Entered instructions and settings are tested as meeting those
activities. specified for the control mode requirements.
3.3. Appropriate methods and tools are used to test and monitor
control programs and operating faults, anomalies are identified
and rectified
3.4. OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are
followed.
3.5. Control system specification and program are documented in
accordance with established procedures.

Variables Range
programmable May include ,but not limited:
controller  Input assemble
 Output assemble
 Power supply
designing control May include ,but not limited:
system  Programmable logic controllers(PLCs)
 Distributed control system(DCS)
 Supervisory control

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge to:
Competence  Develop a control system to the required operating functions
and parameters.
 Identify non-compliance conditions of device installation.
 Enter programming functions and parameters correctly
 Correct programming anomalies

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 Test and verify device operation
 Document control system and programming clearly
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Types of numbering systems
Attitudes  Codes
 Conversion between codes and numbering systems
 Memory mapping
 Computer software
 Comparison of signals
 Application of Codes
 data types
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 Install programming software
 Apply resolution of analogue signals
 Connect analogue field
 Scale and Un-scale
 Special registers
 Shift Register
 Diagnose Software
 Write Program
 Edit Program
 Connect and Run Program
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices

Method of Competency should be accessed through:


Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level V
Unit Title Find and rectify faults in process final control elements
Unit Code EIS BEI5 07 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the skills, knowledge and attitude to finding and
repairing faults in final control elements, including control valves,
actuators and petitioners. It encompasses working safely, interpreting
valve specifications, and applying knowledge of final control elements
operating parameters, conducting tests and repairs and completing the
necessary service documentation.

Elements Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to find 1.1. OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained
and repair faults and understood
in final control 1.2. OHS risk control measures and procedures are followed in
elements preparation for the work.
1.3. The nature of the fault is obtained from documentation, tests or
from work supervisor to establish the scope of work to be
undertaken
1.4. The need to test or measure operating systems is determined in
strict accordance with OHS requirements and when necessary
conducted within established safety procedures
1.5. Advice is sought from the work supervisor to ensure the work is
coordinated effectively with others.
1.6. Sources of materials that may be required for the work are
established in accordance with established procedures.
1.7. Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the
work are obtained in accordance with established procedures and
checked for correct operation and safety
2. Find faults in 2.1. OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the
final control work are followed.
elements and 2.2. Fault finding is approached methodically drawing on knowledge
associated of processes, control valves, actuators and positioners using
equipment measured and calculated values
2.3. Apparatus components are dismantled where necessary and parts
stored to protect them against loss or damage

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2.4. Faulty components are rechecked and their fault status confirmed
2.5. Unexpected situations are dealt with safely and with the approval
of an authorized person
2.6. Fault finding activities are carried out without damage to
apparatus, circuits, the surrounding environment or services and
using sustainable energy principles.
3. Rectify faults in 3.1. OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the
final control work are followed.
elements and 3.2. Materials required to rectify faults are sourced and obtained in
associated accordance with established procedures.
equipment
3.3. Rectification and repairs are affected efficiently without damage
to other components, apparatus or circuits.
3.4. Effectiveness of repairs is tested in accordance with established
procedures.
3.5. Apparatus is reassembled, finally tested and prepared for return to
service.
3.6. Repairs are carried out without damage to apparatus, circuits, the
surrounding environment or services and using sustainable energy
principles.
4. Completion and 4.1. OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are
report fault followed.
finding and 4.2. Work area is cleaned and made safe in accordance with
rectification established procedures.
activities
4.3. Written justification is made for repairs to control valves

Variables Range
control valves May include but not limited to:
 additive valves
 level control valve
 temperature control valve
 flow control valve and
 pressure control valve

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge to:
Competence  Use methodical fault finding techniques

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 Find faults efficiently
 Replace /rectify and repair components without damage
 Provide written justification for the repairs
 Deal with unplanned events by drawing on essential knowledge
and skills to provide appropriate solutions incorporated in a
holistic assessment with the above listed items
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Control valve body types and their typical applications
Attitudes  Seating and trim arrangements
 Flow characteristics of various valves.
 Control valve terms - leakage, turndown, rangeability, choked,
flow, Cv rating, and perform basic calculations and Cv a rating
 Control Valve purpose size and characteristic
 Control Valve manufactures specifications
 Fail-safe action of a valve/actuator combination
 Pneumatic, electro-pneumatic and electro hydraulic
positioners/actuators
 Reverse positioner control Valve faults
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills in:
 Calibrate/adjust valve positioners for various signals.
 Action and adjust for split range.
 Test power cylinders.
 Operate pressure or temperature regulating valves.
 Operate self-acting valves to load changes.
 Pressure reducing and pressure relief valves.
 Operate self acting valve for required control point
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices

Method of Competency should be accessed through:


Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level V
Unit Title Prepare Design Brief for Electrical Works
Unit Code EIS BEI5 08 0518

Unit Descriptor This unit covers the skills, knowledge and attitude required to generate
a brief for a conventional design, seek feedback on drafts, negotiate
with the client and prepare a final design brief for client approval.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Confirm clients 1.1 Client requirements are clarified and confirmed through discussion
requirement with the client, and project teams, if appropriate.
1.2 Financial expectations of the client are reconfirmed.
1.3 Preliminary design notions are discussed with project teams to
ensure consistency with the client's vision.
2. Clarify 2.1 Input from stakeholders is assessed to confirm the responsibilities,
stakeholders requirements and limitations of the design brief.
requirement 2.2 Analysis of the site survey is commissioned, as appropriate, and all
relevant information is gathered and used to inform the
development of the brief.
3. Negotiate 3.1 The fee proposal is discussed with the client and amended as
engagement appropriate prior to formalization of the agreement.
with the client 3.2 Scope of services to be undertaken within the contract is discussed
and confirmed with the client, either directly or by delegation to a
team member.
3.3 Draft proposals are presented to the client, and client feedback is
used to modify and improve the proposal.
3.4 Design brief is finalized in compliance with stakeholder
requirements and all documentation is completed to client
satisfaction.

Variables Range
Stakeholders May include but not limited to:
 Architects and designers
 Site supervisors
 Services authorities
 Federal or regional authorities and /or regulatory bodies
 Principals of the construction company

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 Subcontractors
Fee proposals to be May include but not limited to:
developed with  Cost/benefit analysis
consideration  Financing options
 Client profile and relationship to the building and
 Construction company

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills of:
Competence  Explain financial, legal and administrative
 The ability to communicate with clients effectively
 apply and interpret relevant statutory
 analyze and commission a client design
 comply with the requirements of all relevant stakeholders
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Fee structures
Attitudes  Industry codes of practice
 Relevant statutory requirements
 Scope of services provided by the enterprise
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills of:
 Apply communication skills, including oral communication, active
listening, questioning and negotiation skills
 serve customers
 Numeracy skills, including budgeting and forecasting;
 Reading skills, including the interpretation of a range of documents
such as design briefs, sketches, drawings and plans
 Explain risk analysis and management
Resources Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implication including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices
Context of Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work
Assessment place setting:
 Assessment can be through simulated project-based activity and
must include evidence relating to each of the elements in this unit.
Assessment Competence may be assessed through:
Methods  Interview
 Observation/Demonstration

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level V
Unit Title Repair and maintain Extremely low voltage (ELV )System
Unit Code EIS BEI5 09 0322
Unit Descriptor This unit covers the skills, knowledge and attitude required to repair
and maintain extra low and low voltage electrical systems and
equipment.

Elements Performance Criteria

1. Operate electrical 1.1 Routine pre-operational checks are carried out extra low and low
voltage electrical systems and equipment according to
systems and
manufacturer specifications
equipment
1.2 Systems and equipment are operated according to manufacturer
specifications
1.3 Faults are identified and appropriate action is taken to rectify
them
1.4 Faults are reported and logged promptly and accurately to
appropriate personnel
2.1 Tasks are planned and sequenced in conjunction with others
2. Carry out routine
involved in or affected by maintenance work
maintenance on
electrical systems 2.2 Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
and equipment 2.3 Components to be maintained are isolated
2.4 Systems are tested and test results are compared with
manufacturer specifications
2.5 Maintenance tasks are carried out to specifications
2.6 Unserviceable components are tagged according to
organisational procedures and appropriate personnel are notified
3.1 Faulty items or components are isolated according to workplace
3. Isolate faulty
procedures
components for
repair 3.2 Serviceable items are fitted according to manufacturer
specifications
3.3 Operational checks are carried out on equipment or system to
ensure compliance with manufacturer specifications
4.1 Work area is cleared and cleaned
4. Clean up and
complete 4.2 Materials are disposed of or recycled according to legislative and
documentation workplace requirements
4.3 Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked and stored according
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to workplace procedures
4.4 Maintenance report is completed according to workplace
procedures

Variables Range
extra low and low
May include but not limited to:
voltage
• CCTV
• Fire alarm

Tools and equipment May include but not limited to:


 Connectors
 CCTV camera
 Crimping tools
 Digital multimeter
 LAN tester
 LCD monitor

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  plan, design and carry out installation of wiring enclosures,
cable support systems, cables and accessories in electrical
systems
 undertake checks that the system conforms to requirements and
operates effectively
 read labels and signage to differentiate between extra low
voltage and other electrical systems
 check and notify completed installation activities
 Follow enterprise OHS procedures and safely work with extra
low voltage systems.
The required Demonstrate knowledge to:
Knowledge and  basic electricity and electrical principles relating to extra low
Attitudes voltage wiring
 isolation and tagging procedures
 computerized controller systems
 testing equipment and procedures
 OHS guidelines for installing extra low voltage wiring
The required Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 Install the CCTV
 Set of Camera and addressing

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 Set of different modes
 configure screen display
 Identify different types of smoke detectors
 Check ultra-sonic detector and Passive infrared detector
 Install alarm system
 Check the working of the Alarm system
 read labels and signage to differentiate between extra low
voltage and other electrical systems
 check and notify completed repair activities
 follow enterprise OHS procedures and safely work with
extra low voltage systems
 use numeracy skills to estimate, calculate and record
routine workplace measures
Resources Implication Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information
on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated
work place setting

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level V
Troubleshoot and maintain heating, ventilation and air
Unit Title
conditioning system
Unit Code EIS BEI5 10 0322
This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes in troubleshooting
Unit Descriptor
and maintains heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. It
includes planning troubleshooting and repair, preparing materials, tools
and equipment and identifying and repairing faults.

Elements Performance Criteria


1.Plan and prepare 1.1 Appropriate wiring diagrams, charts and manuals are interpreted in
for line with the job requirements
troubleshooting 1.2 Appropriate materials, tools and equipment are selected based on
and repair job requirements
1.3 Power supply is checked to ensure compliance with nameplate
rating and/or manufacturer’s specifications
2.Find faults in 2.1 Appropriate PPE is selected and used in line with the job
final control requirements.
elements and 2.2 Faults/problems are diagnosed in line with manufacturer’s
associated manual.
equipment 2.3 Remedial action is taken to overcome faults/problems in line with
manufacturer’s manual,
2.4 Work is completed safely in line with enterprise safety guidelines
2.5 . Faulty components are rechecked and their fault status confirmed
2.6 Unexpected situations are dealt with safely and with the approval of
an authorized person.
2.7 Fault finding activities are carried out without damage to apparatus,
circuits, the surrounding environment or services and using
sustainable energy principles.
3 Rectify faults in 3.1 OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the
final control work are followed.
elements and 3.2 Apparatus is checked as BEM isolated where necessary in strict
associated accordance OHS requirements and procedures
equipment
3.3 Materials required to rectify faults are sourced and obtained in
accordance with established procedures.
3.4 Rectification and repairs are affected efficiently without damage to
other components, apparatus or circuits.

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3.5 Effectiveness of repairs is tested in accordance with established
procedures.
3.6 Apparatus is reassembled, finally tested and prepared for return to
service.
3.7 Repairs are carried out without damage to apparatus, circuits, the
surrounding environment or services and using sustainable energy
principles.
4 Completion and 4.1 OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are
report fault followed.
finding and 4.2 Work area is cleaned and made safe in accordance with established
rectification procedures.
activities
4.3 Written justification is made for repairs to control valves

Variables Range
PPE May include but not limited to:
 Mask
 Safety shoes
 Safety goggles
 Apron
 Gloves
Faults/problems are May include but not limited
diagnosed  Leakage
 Contamination
 Fractionation
 Restriction

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge to:
Competence  Interpret appropriate wiring diagrams, charts and manuals.
 Check power supply in compliance with nameplate rating and/or
manufacturer’s standard
 Test refrigerant system components as per standard procedures
 Diagnose and repaire faults/problems.
 Demonstrate compliance with safety regulations applicable to
worksite operations
 Perform refrigerant recovery/recycling and retrofitting accordingly.
 Test run air-conditioning unit in line with manufacturer’s
instruction.

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 Communicate Interactively others where applicable to ensure safe
and effective work operations.
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Protective personal equipment
Attitudes  Safe handling of tools and equipment
 Proper handling of refrigerants
 Safety signs and symbols
 Safety hazard
 Good housekeeping
 Electrical wiring control diagram
 Mechanical plan/symbols and abbreviation
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 Interpret plan and details
 Prepare materials
 Follow work safety
 Use electrical tools and testing equipment
 Perform electrical testing
 Perform mechanical testing
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices

Method of Competency should be accessed through:


Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level V
Unit Title Maintain and repair lift systems
Unit Code EIS BEI2 11 0322
This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required to
Unit Descriptor
maintain and repair lift systems. It includes planning, maintaining
and servicing lift system and equipment by working safely.

Elements Performance Criteria


1.1 OHS requirements and workplace procedures for a given work
3. Prepare and plan
area are identified and applied
repair lift system
1.2 OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures in
preparation for the work are followed
1.3 Scope of work to be undertaken is identified from maintenance
workplace procedures or fault/breakdown reports and/or
discussions with appropriate person/s
1.4 Advice is sought from work supervisor to ensure work is
coordinated effectively with others
1.5 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out service
work are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and
checked for correct operation and safety
2.1 OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out
4. Maintain and
service work are followed to maintain and repair lift system.
repair lift system
2.2 Need to test or measure live electrical work is determined in
accordance with OHS requirements and conducted in accordance
with workplace safety procedures.
2.3 Circuits/machines/plant are checked and isolated in accordance
with OHS requirements and workplace procedures
2.4 Electrical and mechanical installation and testing according to
the drawings and specifications of electrical devices and wiring
are checked.
2.5 Electrical devices for electric lift control system is maintained
2.4 Safety hazards resulting from fault/s or breakdown are
documented on job safety assessments, risks assessed and risk
control measures implemented in consultation with appropriate
person/s

3. Complete and report 3.1 OHS work completion risk control measures and workplace

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procedures are followed
service activities
3.2 Reusable, faulty or worn components are inspected, tagged and
despatched for repair to maintain adequate spares in accordance
with workplace procedures
3.3 Maintenance work activities are documented in accordance with
workplace procedures

Variables Range
Maintaining and May include but not limited to:
repairing lift systems  Electrical control unit
 Power supply unit
 Sensors
 geared traction drive
 gearless traction drive
 drum drive
 suspended electro-hydraulic drive
 single or double wrap
 single or multiple fall
 side slung or underslung
 overhead or basement drive
 drum drive
Electrical and May include but not limited to:
mechanical installation  earth /ground test
and testing  continuity test
 battery test
 cable fault test
lift control system May include but not limited to:
 Sensors.
 Buttons.
 Key controls.
 Actuators.
 Bells.
 Displays.
 Controller.

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  Connect electrical control circuits
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 Select wiring systems and cables for lift power supply.
 Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and
specifications
 Terminate cables, cords and accessories
 Diagnose and rectify faults in electric power supply for lift
system.
 Conduct mechanical tests on electrical machines and
components
The required Demonstrate knowledge to:
Knowledge and  basic electricity and electrical principles relating to power
Attitudes supply for lift
 computerized controller systems
 testing equipment and procedures
 OHS guidelines for installing extra low voltage wiring
The required Skills Demonstrate skills to:
 Install lift electrical conduits and trunkings
 Install electrical conduits and trunkings of escalator
 Perform electrical and mechanical installation and testing
according to the drawings and specifications of electrical
devices and wiring
 Implement electrical wiring of lift
 Perform electrical wiring of escalator
 Perform periodic escalator safety inspection and testing
Resources Implication Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information
on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated
work place setting

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level V
Unit Title Diagnose and Rectify Faults in A.C. Motor Drive Systems

Unit Code EIS BEI5 12 0322

Unit Descriptor This unit covers the required skills, knowledge and attitude of
diagnosing and rectifying faults in systems controlling starting, speed,
torque, power output, efficient running and braking of a.c. motors. The
unit encompasses safe working practices, interpreting technical data,
applying knowledge of a.c motors operating parameters to logical fault
finding processes, implementing fault rectification, safety and
functional testing and reporting work activities and outcomes.

Elements Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to 1.1. OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained
diagnose and and understood.
rectify faults. 1.2. Established OHS risk control measures and procedures in
preparation for the work are followed.
1.3. Safety hazards that have not previously been identified are
documented and risk control measures devised and implemented
in consultation with appropriate personnel.
1.4. The extent of faults is determined from reports and other
documentation and from discussion with appropriate personnel.
1.5. Appropriate personnel are consulted to ensure the work is
coordinated effectively with others involved on the work site.
1.6. Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to diagnose faults
are obtained in accordance with established procedures and
checked for correct operation and safety.
2. Diagnose and 2.1. OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the
rectify faults. work are followed.
2.2. The need to test or measure live is determined in strict accordance
with OHS requirements and when necessary conducted within
established safety procedures.
2.3. Circuits/machines/plant are checked as BEM isolated where
necessary in strict accordance OHS requirements and procedures.
2.4. Logical diagnostic methods are applied to diagnose a.c. motor
control system faults employing measurements and estimations of
system operating parameters referenced to system operational
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requirements.
2.5. Suspected fault scenarios are tested as BEM the source of system
problems.
2.6. Causes of the faults are identified and appropriately competent
persons are engaged to rectify the fault where it is outside the
scope of the control system.
2.7. Faults in the control components of the system are rectified to
raise a.c. motor control system to its operation standard.
2.8. System is tested to verify that the system operates as intended and
to specified requirements.
2.9. Decisions for dealing with unexpected situations are made from
discussions with appropriate persons and job specifications and
requirements.
2.10. Methods for dealing with unexpected situations are selected on
the basis of safety and specified work outcomes.
2.11. Diagnosis and rectification activities are carried out efficiently
without unnecessary waste of materials or damage to apparatus
and the surrounding environment or services and using
sustainable energy practices.
3. Complete and 3.1. OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are
report fault followed.
diagnosis and 3.2. Work site is made safe in accordance with established safety
rectification procedures.
activities.
3.3. Rectification of faults is documented in accordance with
established procedures.
3.4. Appropriate person or persons notified, in accordance with
established procedures, that the system faults have been rectified.

Variables Range
Logical diagnostic May include, but not limited:
methods  Over voltage, over current, over load, over temperature, under
voltage
 ADC( Analog-to- digital conversion)
 PIC( Computer and Programmable integrated circuit
motor control May include, but not limited:
system  Relay
 Timer, contactors, voltage, current relay

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 Push button (sensor)
 PLC input (start and stop motor connected)

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge to:
Competence  Apply logical diagnostic methods
 Use fault scenarios to test the cause of system faults.
 Identify faults and competency needed to rectify them
 Rectify faults in system controls.
 Verify that the system operates correctly.
 Deal with unplanned events by drawing on essential knowledge
and skills to provide appropriate solutions incorporated in the
holistic assessment with the above listed items.
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Performance characteristics
Attitudes  Common faults: their symptoms and causes.
 Methods and operating principles
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills in:
 Identify installation requirements
 Apply filtering
 Document fault rectification
 Set up and commission
Resource The following resources must be provided:
Implications  Tools, equipment and facilities appropriate to processes or
activity
 Materials relevant to the proposed activity
 Drawings, sketches or blueprint
Method of Competency should be accessed through:
Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level V
Unit Title Solve Problems in Stand-Alone Renewable Energy Systems
Unit Code EIS BE4 13 0322

Unit Descriptor This unit covers the required skills, knowledge and attitude providing
known solutions to predictable problems in stand-alone renewable
energy systems operated at extra-low voltage. It encompasses working
safely, problem solving procedures, including the use of basic voltage,
current and resistance measuring devices, providing known solutions to
predictable circuit problems

Elements Performance Criteria


3. Prepare to work 3.1. OHS procedures for a given work area are obtained and
on stand-alone understood.
renewable 3.2. OHS risk control work preparation measures and procedures are
energy systems followed.
3.3. The nature of the apparatus problem is obtained from
documentation or from work supervisor to establish the scope of
work to be undertaken
3.4. Advice is sought from the work supervisor to ensure the work is
coordinated effectively with others
3.5. Sources of materials that may be required for the work are
identified and accessed in accordance with established procedures
3.6. Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the
work are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety
4. Solve problem 4.1. OHS risk control work measures and procedures are followed.
in stand-alone 4.2. The need to test or measure live is determined in strict accordance
renewable with OHS requirements and when necessary conducted within
energy systems established safety procedures.
4.3. Circuits are checked as being isolated where necessary in strict
accordance OHS requirements and procedures
4.4. Established routines are used to solve stand-alone renewable
energy systems problems using measured and calculated values of
apparatus operating parameters
4.5. Problems are solved without damage to apparatus, circuits, the
surrounding environment or services and using sustainable energy
practices
5. Complete work 5.1. OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are
and document followed
problem solving
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activities. 5.2. Work site is cleaned and made safe in accordance with
established procedures
5.3. Justification for solutions used to solve stand-alone renewable
energy systems problems is documented
5.4. Work completion is documented and appropriate person(s)
notified in accordance with established routine procedures

Variables Range
stand-alone May include but not limited to:
renewable energy  Open-circuit
systems problems  Short-circuit
 Incorrect connections
 Insulation failure
 Unsafe condition

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate skills and knowledge of:
Competence  Understand the nature of the problems of stand-alone renewable
energy systems
 Use established routines to solve apparatus problems
 Provide viable solutions to apparatus problems
 Document justification for the solutions used
 Deal with unplanned events by drawing on essential knowledge
and skills to provide appropriate solutions incorporated in a
holistic assessment with the above listed items
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Extra low voltage (ELV) and low voltage (LV) circuits in a stand-
Attitudes alone or grid connected renewable power system and the
regulatory restrictions regarding work at each level.
 earthing requirements for renewable power systems over a range
of applications and environments
 major features of each of the major types of commercially
available batteries for stand-alone power system applications
including basic chemistry, physical structure, advantages and
disadvantages
 factors affecting the life of a battery
 processes of sulphation and stratification in lead acid batteries,
their causes, effects and methods of prevention or reduction.
 effect of depth of discharge and of temperature on the capacity and
life of lead-acid batteries.
 major specifications for a lead-acid battery in a stand-alone power
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system application.
 main features of charging regimes suitable for the major types of
stand-alone power system batteries, using real examples.
 life of a standalone power system battery in years, based on
manufacturer’s cycle life data and given capacity, configuration
and operating conditions
 procedures required for safe disposal of the major commercially
available types of batteries
 procedures required for safe disposal of the major commercially
available types of batteries
 features of commercially available inverters suitable for use in
stand-alone power systems.
 major operating parameters of an inverter, including d.c. voltage
operating window; efficiency, output voltage waveform and output
voltage regulation over a range of loads up to 5 minute ratings.
 problems that may be caused by non-sine supply voltage
waveforms on typical loads, and the solutions used to overcome
these
 significance of low power factor loads for inverter systems and the
principle of power factor correction.
 control parameters or data using digital displays on inverters,
regulators or controllers
 properties and features of the major lamp types including their
suitability for use in stand-alone PV power systems.
 effect on room lighting levels, of luminaire design and positioning,
décor, room construction and windows.
 major components in the construction of a generating set
 main components of gas, petrol or diesel internal combustion
engines
 basic principle of operation of internal combustion engines,
including different fuel types and ignition methods.
 operating characteristics, advantages and disadvantages of gensets
using different fuel types, aspiration methods, operating speed and
number of cylinders.
 advantages and disadvantages of different types of excitation
system and voltage regulation used for genset alternators.
 components and basic operation of a brushless excitation system in
an alternator, and the principle of self-excitat
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills in:
 Select suitable d.c. circuit protection and isolation for all relevant
points in a stand-alone renewable power system

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 Carryout architectural and site diagrams to show the locations of
equipment, fittings and cabling
 Implement precautions required when handling, installing or
maintaining lead-acid batteries.
 operate the major types of regulators for use in stand-alone
renewable power systems, using commercially available
equipment as examples
 Operate and apply MPPTs for photovoltaic arrays.
 Explain basic operation, advantages and disadvantages of
mechanical tracking devices for PV arrays.
 Select and size suitable lamps and fittings and their placement in a
household taking into account usage, lighting levels required by
relevant standards and energy efficiency considerations.
 function and rate mechanical and electronic speed governing
systems.
 Perform calculations relating to real and apparent power, power
factor, mechanical power, voltage regulation and speed droop for
single phase gensets
 Select a suitable genset given maximum demand and surge
loadings and derating factor.
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices

Method of Competency should be accessed through:


Assessment  Interview/Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

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Occupational standard: Building Electrical Installation Level V
Develop Professional Technical and Legal Reports on Building
Unit Title
and Construction Projects
Unit Code EIS BEI5 14 0322

Unit Descriptor This unit covers the skills, knowledge and attitude required to develop
professional technical and legal reports on buildings and commercial
construction projects.

Elements Performance Criteria

1. Perform pre- 1.1. Building is inspected and defects are identified and documented
purchase property in the agreed level of detail requested by client.
inspections and 1.2. Engineers' certificates are obtained according to the state of
assessments. repair or number and type of defects.
1.3. Rectification costs are estimated to degree of accuracy required
or recommendations are made to demolish structure.
1.4. At the direction of government agencies, financial institutions or
investment houses feasibility studies are conducted.
2. Advise and 2.1. Project brief is prepared on behalf of client.
coordinate the 2.2. Site conditions and structure are assessed.
design process and
planning approval. 2.3. Preliminary design drawings are produced or obtained and
probable costs are estimated.
2.4. Process is coordinated through which final design documentation
will be completed and approved by client.
2.5. Documentation is submitted to obtain authorized planning
approval for the project.
2.6. Planning appeals are prepared and presented to the authority if
necessary.
3. Review building or 3.1. Contract documentation is checked to ensure client interests are
construction works. protected.
3.2. Building or construction works are regularly monitored and
reports are provided on the progress and quality of work.
3.3. Variations are checked and referred back to contractors as
required.
3.4. Progress claims are checked and approved.
4. Provide advice on 4.1. Disputes are negotiated on behalf of the client.
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dispute resolution. 4.2. Impartial advice is provided to the parties involved in a building
related dispute for equitable settlement.
4.3. Referrals are provided for expert legal interpretation of
contractual matters.
4.4. Expert testimony and evidence are provided in the event of
disputes going to court.

Variables Range
Defects May include but not limited to:
 Adjoining properties
 Confirmation of boundaries
 On-site inspections of buildings, structures or features
 Site access and egress
 Topographical and geological surveys.
Feasibility studies May include but not limited to:
 Architectural or engineering practicalities
 Availability and quantum of finance
 Availability of services and conditions governing service
provision
 Change of use for existing buildings
 Confirmation of ownership
 Development on vacant land
 Encumbrances or caveats on property
 Environmental factors or constraints
 Existing buildings/structures for a given purpose
 Feasibility studies may be conducted on:
 Most cost-effective method of building for a given site or
location
 Refurbishment costs of buildings/structures
 Special
 Conditions that may apply to developments.
Planning approval May include but not limited to:
 Engineering approvals by architectural or design consultants
 Environmental approvals by environment protection authority
(epa) or local authorities
 Final design or specification client approvals
 Finance approvals by lending bodies
 Zoning and compliance with laws and by-laws by local
authorities.
Building or May include but not limited to:

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construction works  Construction of roads and pathways
 Demolition of existing structures
 Erection of new structures
 Installation of underground cabling
 Refurbishment of existing structures
 Renovations and extensions
 Site leveling or contouring
 Storm water disposal and site drainage.

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills of:
Competence  Effectively translate contract requirements into feasibility
studies and advice on building, site use, plans and processes
 Demonstrate quality construction planning processes and
effective outputs
 Develop strategies that maximize the effectiveness of resources
 Advise and coordinate the design process and obtain planning
approval
 Oversee building or construction works to effect contractual
outcomes.
Underpinning Must demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  Building and construction industry contracts
Attitudes  Building and construction industry subcontracting system
 Building and construction practices in on and off-site
management
 Construction planning process
 Contract documentation, quantities establishment, rates and
costs related to payments and claims
 Human resource principles and practices
 Relevant licensing arrangements
 Relevant state or territory building and construction codes,
standards and regulations
 Workplace safety requirements.
Underpinning Skills  Communication skills to:
 Enable clear and direct communication, using questioning to
identify and confirm requirements, share information, listen and
understand
 Negotiate disputes
 Provide advice and referrals
 Read and interpret documents from a variety of sources
 Use and interpret non-verbal communication
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 Use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences
 Written skills to:
 Document defects
 Prepare relevant documentation
 Evaluation skills, including the ability to review and evaluate
documentation and processes and recommend changes or
improvements
 Numeracy skills to apply calculations
 Planning skills to ensure effective planning of projects,
processes and strategies that maximize the efficiency and cost-
effectiveness of building or construction contracts
 Supervisor skills to ensure staff achieve planning outcomes.
Resource Implications Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices
Methods of Competence may be assessed through:
Assessment  Interview / Written Test
 Demonstration/Observation with Oral Questioning
Context for Competence may be assessed in the workplace or in simulated work
Assessment

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level V
Unit Title Administer Legal Obligations of Construction Contract
Unit Code EIS BEI5 15 0322

Unit Descriptor This unit covers the skills, knowledge and attitude required to
administer the legal obligations of a construction contract. It is
concerned with licensing and/or builders' registration and other
legislative matters as appropriate and administering the systems
through which the obligations of complying with legislation are
fulfilled.

Elements Performance Criteria


1. Comply with the 1.1 Business registration of the organization is secured in accordance
laws relating to with owner/operator preferences and legal requirements.
establishing and
1.2 Approval of the licensing and/or registration as a
licensing a
contractor/supervisor is sought from the appropriate government
construction
agency.
contractor
1.3 Responsibilities of operating a construction business in
accordance with legislation complied with by the contractor.
1.4 Legal documents and records are kept and carefully maintained.
2. Engage personnel 2.1 Relevant industrial awards are identified for the hiring of staff or
for the project labor.
2.2 Contracts of employment are determined on a case-to-case basis
and the principles and legalities of workplace agreements are
implemented.
2.3 Equal opportunity principles are applied in all aspects of
recruitment and selection.
2.4 Procedures for employment termination and redundancy are
explained and followed.
2.5 Dispute resolution processes are established, documented and
implemented where necessary.
3. Administer the 3.2 OHS and Welfare Act provisions are identified and complied
regulations with, on and off the site.
relating to OHS,
3.3 OHS Authority is contacted to determine the necessary approvals
welfare, workers
or permits prior to work commencement.
compensation,
noise abatement 3.4 Provisions of the Workers Compensation Act are complied with
and working and the rights and responsibilities of workers are observed to

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hours ensure a safe workplace.
3.5 Government laws and regulations including those relating to
noise abatement and working hours are adhered to.
4. Implement 4.1 Rehabilitation arrangements for employees returning from
rehabilitation injury or illness are facilitated and implemented.
arrangements 4.2 Workers returning to work after injury or illness are assisted to
regain full employment status as soon as practicable.
5. Comply with 5.1 Taxation payments are recorded, collected and made in
taxation and compliance with Ethiopian Taxation
insurance
5.2 Insurance policies are identified to provide appropriate cover for
requirements of
personnel, property and the project works.
government
5.3 Mandatory superannuation provisions are made for employees.
6. Administer all 6.1 Fair trading practice responsibilities are maintained effectively
obligations and and efficiently.
observe fair
6.2 Best interests of clients are promoted and undertaken
trading practice
conscientiously in accordance with the agreed contract.
7. Comply with 7.1 Use of renewable materials is preferred over non-renewable
environmental materials.
legislation and
7.2 Low energy materials are used in preference to high energy
its intent
materials, where practical.
7.3 Processes to ensure compliance with environmental protection
legislation are implemented.

Variables Range
Licensing May include but not limited to:
 Home Building Contracts Act Ethiopia
 Home Building Act and Regulations
 Construction Codes of Ethiopia
Laws and May include but not limited to:
regulations  Occupational Health and Safety regulation of Ethiopia
 Workplace Injury Management and Compensation in Ethiopia
 Workers Compensation and Rehabilitation in Ethiopia
Rehabilitation May include but not limited to:
arrangements  light duties
 normal duties under shorter working hours
 suitable alternative duties
 cooperation with rehabilitation agencies
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Taxation and May include but not limited to:
insurance  Insurance Contracts Act of Ethiopia
requirements  Income tax Assessment Act of Ethiopia
 Goods and Services Tax Act of Ethiopia
 Stamp duty
 Payroll tax
 Workers compensation
 Appropriate business and project insurances

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  conform to the legal and financial obligations of the organization
 establish and maintaining good human relations within the
contractual arrangements with employees, sub-contractors and other
stakeholders
 manage organizational taxation and insurance obligations
successfully
 effectively advise appropriate authorities and gaining the necessary
approvals or responses
 promote and work in the best interest of clients
Underpinning Demonstrate knowledge of:
Knowledge and  awards and agreements applying to employees and subcontractors
Attitudes  OHS and rehabilitation requirements
 legislative requirements including taxation and insurance
requirements, Fair Trading legislation and environmental legislation
 licensing and builders' registration requirements
 local authority regulations
 relevant licensing arrangements applicable
Underpinning Skills Demonstrate skills of:
 give attention to detail to manage compliance with a variety of legal
obligations and
 administer various awards and agreements
 managerial skills to effectively manage personnel
 Apply negotiation and communication skills to enable successful
resolution of business and
 Solve human resource disputes
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including
Implications work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace
practices and OHS practices
Method of Competence may be assessed through:
Assessment
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 Interview / Oral questioning / Written Test
 Observation/Demonstration
Context of Competency assessment may occur in workplace or any appropriate
Assessment simulated environment

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Occupational Standard: Building Electrical Installation Level V
Unit Title Monitor Bid /Tender Development for Construction Projects
Unit Code EIS BEI5 16 0322

Unit Descriptor This unit covers the skills, knowledge and attitude required to manage
bid/tender documents developments for major projects. It covers the
facilitation, implementation and management of the bid/tender
document development system in a construction organization involved
in residential and/or commercial projects. It supports the production of
bids/tenders which are based on sound economic, business and human
and physical resource data in accordance with the necessary
organizational guidelines.

Elements Performance Criteria

1. Evaluate 1.1 Invitation to tender and instruction to bidders is reviewed and


contract risk analyzed.
1.2 Contract documents pertinent to the project are obtained and
examined in detail.
1.3 Conditions of contract are examined and confirmed in
accordance with legislative and organizational requirements.
1.4 Organization’s current work load is verified to determine the
capacity to meet contract timelines.
1.5 Risk analysis is conducted and the degree of risk in the project is
investigated and established.
1.6 Management team is consulted in relation to likely construction
approach and resources.
1.7 Client is advised of the intention or otherwise to submit a tender
response.
2. Manage 2.1 Staffs are allocated to the bid/tender preparation process.
bid/tender 2.2 Contact made by staff with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain
process quotations for services or physical resources is supervised.
2.3 Development of the pre-tender construction or project schedule is
managed and supervised.
2.4 Preliminary site investigation is undertaken.
3. Manage 3.1 Determining current equipment and materials charge-out rates is
development of monitored.

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human and 3.2 Establishment of labor rates for elements of work is monitored
physical costs and managed.
3.3 Project elements are analyzed to ensure they conform to
organizational contracting processes.
3.4 Rates to be applied to elements of the work are arbitrated on, to
ensure these are compared to relevant existing records of costs.
3.5 Staffs are supervised to ensure appropriate rates are applied to the
bill of quantities.
3.6 Extensions of costs are reviewed and monitored to ensure their
accurate translation into the estimate summary.
3.7 Staffs are monitored as they calculate and extend values for
preliminaries and overheads.
3.8 Staffs are monitored to ensure they are calculating and including
all supplementary costs.
4. Prepare complete 4.1 Conditions of contract are reviewed and assessed to ensure there
bid/tender are no discrepancy to the tender.
documentation 4.2 Subcontractor quotes are reviewed and assessed to ensure there
and operating are no discrepancy to the bid/ tender.
margins
4.3 Availability of plant and equipment is checked and confirmed.
4.4 Delivery schedules are confirmed and materials suppliers are
followed up.
5. Evaluate bid 5.1 Staff preparation of the schedules which detail the sequence of
documentation work is supervised and managed.
prior to
5.2 Progress of the bid document development is monitored for
submission
timeliness and accuracy.
5.3 Documentation is reviewed to ensure the bid document is
finalized in standard industry format for the client.
5.4 Final bid documentation is appraised for completeness and
allocation of critical rates and allowances prior to its submission.

Variable Range
Conditions of May include, but not limited:
contract  Parties' obligations under contracts
 General conditions of contract
 Contract clauses and intentions
 Liabilities

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 Dispute resolution
 Legislative and regulatory requirements
Risk analysis May include, but not limited:
 Critical incident analysis and reporting
 Risk management practices
 Scheduling and planning for contingencies
 Analysis and revision of data
 Proposing solutions and recovery scenarios
Site investigation May include but not limited to:
 Geographical features
 Man power availability
 Resource availability
 Utilities
 Water
 Electricity
 Communication access
Bid documentation May include, but not limited:
 Legal requirement
 Guarantees
 Past experience
 Financial records
 Priced bill of quantity
 Machineries ownership or lease document
 Head and sub contracts
 Pre-contract documentation
 Form of tender
 Tendering codes of practice and standards
 Drawings and specifications

Evidence Guide
Critical Aspects of Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to:
Competence  Perform management practices which result in a high level of
strategic input and accuracy
 Effective manage data acquisition from inside and outside the
organization
 Conceptually and strategically solve problem and organize
resources
 Comply with legislative and regulatory requirements, standards and
codes of practice
Underpinning Demonstrates knowledge of:

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Knowledge and  Appropriate sector of the construction industry and the nature of the
Attitude contracts upon which its activities are based
 Factors to be considered in assessing the risk inherent in different
types of construction projects
 Financial and business administration principles commensurate
with the needs of the organization
 Human resource practices and the industry's industrial relations
climate and practices
 Relevant government construction codes, standards and regulations
 Socio-economic and political factors which determine the climate
in that sector of the construction industry
Underpinning Skills Demonstrates skills of:
 Conceptualize and envisage unique solutions to complex problems
and situations
 Delegate tasks within specific functional guidelines
 Direct the activities of personnel involved in the tender
development process
 Facilitate the implementation of new and more appropriate
information systems
 Interpret strategic and often ambiguous information and reaching
logical and practical decisions
 Monitor and oversee the performance of systems and individuals
involved in the process
 Apply technological skills to facilitate use of the organization’s
software and office equipment
Resource Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations,
Implications including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on
workplace practices and OHS practices
Methods of Competence may be accessed through:
Assessment  Interview / Written Test
 Observation / Demonstration with oral questioning
Assessment can be through simulated project-based activity and must
include evidence relating to each of the elements in this unit
Context for Competence may be assessed in the work place or in a simulated work
Assessment place setting

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