UETTDRRF06 – Perform rescue from a live LV panel

The program provides participants with the skills and knowledge to perform the function of the rescue person in a low voltage incident.

Course Description
The program provides participants with the skills and knowledge to identify an emergency situation and perform a simulated rescue of a victim of a low voltage incident.
As a result of this program, participants will be able to:
• Prepare to operate as a rescuer while Live electrical work is being conducted
• Recognise an emergency situation
• Carry out rescue from live LV panel
• Complete LV incident report

Candidates must succefully complete all assessment activties in order to assessed as competent.
The assessment for LVR is to be conducted using a combination of written theoretical assessment and practical assessment during simulated workbased scenarios. The following assessment methods are to be applied to collect the required assessment evidence in accordance with training package requirements:
Performance Assessment
The candidate will be required to demonstrate their practical skills set integrated with their knowledge during practical assessment activities. These activities are sourced from varying equipment inspection, pre operational site checks, equipment donning and doffing and also fault finding and reporting. Trainers will regularly challenge test candidates throughout the course on varying equipment and mark their practical checklist accordingly.

Written Theory Assessment
The candidate will be required to satisfactorily complete theory assessment comprising 13 short answer & multiple-choice questions. These will be marked on the spot in order to provide the candidate with immediate feedback and to allow them to identify areas for further development.
Participation in a Practical Scenario
All candidates are required to take part in a practical scenario to complete the course. While this is a group-based activity it allows all participants to show competence to undertake the activity with a holistic approach understanding all the varying roles and responsibilities.

Entry requirements
There is No minimum standard set as a prerequisite to entry this course. However, foundation skills are required (reading, writing, oral communication, numeracy and learning).
This course requires the participant to comprehend MIWT’s Risk Assessment, SWMS for the simulated LV incident, complete MIWT’s incident report form and complete the oral/written knowledge assessment.

Nil

Clothing Requirements
Clients must wear covered shoes or work boots and work wear for the practical component of the training.
Where a client does not wear covered shoes or work boots and work wear they may not be able to participate in the practical component due to work health and safety concerns.