Maintain electrical systems and equipment

Overview & Purpose

What This Standard Covers

This standard outlines the competencies required for maintaining electrical systems (AC/DC) and associated equipment, ensuring adherence to industry standards, safety protocols, and organizational procedures. It emphasizes the ability to perform various maintenance activities including fault identification, rectification, and documentation.

Performance Criteria

• Obtain detailed information about electrical systems and equipment for maintenance.
• Confirm work programs with relevant parties.
• Communicate potential disruptions due to maintenance activities.
• Determine and acquire necessary resources.
• Select appropriate instruments and verify their calibration.
• Ensure safe isolation before maintenance work.
• Follow organizational procedures for site service coordination.
• Conduct maintenance tasks in line with industry practices.
• Ensure safety if immediate maintenance cannot be completed.
• Inspect and test repaired or replaced systems and components.
• Provide clear information and complete necessary documentation post-work.

Knowledge & Understanding Requirements

• Operation and limitations of various electrical systems.
• Procedures for obtaining information and managing resources during maintenance.
• Techniques for electrical isolation and fault diagnosis.
• Methods for repairing and testing electrical components.
• Organizational procedures for project management and customer communication.

Relevent Roles

• Electrical Maintenance Technician
• Electrical Engineer
• Maintenance Electrician
• Electrical Technician
• Electrical Tradesperson