UEESS00133 Restricted - Disconnect/Reconnect of fixed Wired L.V. Electrical Equipment

Pre-Requisites and additional attendance information

All candidates will be required to provide their own testing and measuring equipment, hand tools, and lock out kits, a pair of insulated LV rubber gloves with a minimum rating of 650 volts, with a pair of leather outers for mechanical protection.

Delivery and Assessment

Topics include:

• Isolating Low Voltage electrical supplies
• Selecting and using testing and measuring devices
• Disconnecting and reconnecting electrical equipment
• Terminating and connecting cables and conductors in accordance with Australian Standards
• Completing required reporting

A total of 2 units of competency must be attained.

Test Equipment

ALL candidates are required to supply their own Insulation Resistance and Continuity Tester for this assessment and must meet the following requirements:

• Must be a true Moving coil instrument
• Must be an Analogue Meter
• No Pass/Fail indication
• Minimum of 2 continuity scales Ω/MΩ
• Minimum of 2 voltage scales 250v/500v

These requirements will be discussed at the first class.

Course Requirements for Application 

• Applicants must provide evidence of holding a relevant Certificate III level or equivalent and have a trade background.
• Applicants must have confirmation from Energy Safe Victoria prior to enrolling.

Important: The Gordon cannot determine or guarantee a student’s eligibility for a Restricted Electrical Worker’s License, REL. Eligibility and licensing decisions are made solely by Energy Safe Victoria, ESV. 

Students are strongly encouraged to contact ESV and confirm their eligibility before enrolling. Successful completion of the training course and/or assessment does not automatically result in the issue of an REL. 

This course is designed for qualified tradespeople seeking a restricted electrical license to safely disconnect and reconnect low voltage, LV, and fixed-wired electrical equipment. It may be suitable for trades such as qualified plumbers, mechanical fitters, and refrigeration and air-conditioning mechanics. 

Further information can be found on the ESV website: 
Energy Safe Victoria: Restricted Electrical Worker’s Licence 

What you will receive

Upon successful completion you will receive a Statement of Attainment