Maintain energised high voltage distribution overhead electrical apparatus (stick)

DESCRIPTION

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to install and maintain energised high voltage (HV) distribution overhead electrical apparatus using stick method in the electricity supply industry (ESI).  It includes gaining network access approval, verifying site conditions and potential hazards, calculating physical loads and selecting appropriate work techniques.  It also includes preparing, using and maintaining specialised insulated tools and equipment.

PRE-REQUISITES

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• Network specific pre-requisites may apply

COURSE CONTENT

• Stick, policy and procedures
  • Principles
  • Definitions
  • Structures
  • Personnel and training
  • Live Work equipment
• Stick techniques.
  • Install and/or replace high voltage insulators
  • Erect and/or replace high voltage crossarms
  • Connect and/or disconnect high voltage bridges/connections
  • Install and/or maintain electrical equipment
  • Erect and/or replace poles
  • Repair and/or high voltage armour rods and/or line guards
  • Convert intermediate construction to strain construction

DURATION

Up to 144 hours (voltage and experience dependent)

DELIVERY

Delivery can be conducted either on or off-job. Delivery strategies must be suitable for both theoretical and/or practical learning.

CERTIFICATION

On successful completion of this course, the participants will receive a Statement of Attainment.