pit GRADE II 3.1.0 Introduction The grade HT electrical wireman skill is developed 10 test competcnici industry in order to standardise their operation and cory il ie in the electric’ ry put tasks expected al the level. “The skill area takes ing suitability to ci cn practical competence and altitudes: necessy the knowledge requirements, performance. have useful skills which are required for ily Persons at this level ofcompeten of routine tasks applicable in the trade. amis a skilled operator with knowledge of technique and spp A grade UI ps a job with efficiency and understanding Which are needed to perform The level requires the operator to have bi ntand materials in order to perform to desired quality, star ic principles and good understanding of procedures, tools equipmet and to minimise on production cost. 3.2.0 Major Area of Functional Competency The major area of competency for this level will be the installation and wiring of sing phase electrical supply systems, 3.3.0 Basic Areas of Functional Competency a) Work place safety and procedures g* b) Tools and equipment * 6) Cables, PVC conduits and mini trunking ¥. Lighting and power circuits KORK PLACE SAFETY AND PROCEDURES 33.1.1 Perforgnance objectives Ei plain potential hazards in the use of materials and equipment in work b, nd relationship of We knowledge of the responsibilities/role ¢ in reference to health and safety at work Act. employciif@i employ c. Observe'safety in work preparation and execution Apply the relevant statulory and non statutory regulations to electrical installations—<—— pit 3.3.1.2 Knowledge Requirements a. Recognize and explain potential accidents and their causes i. Electric shock ~- exposed electrical eondu heat producing electrical appliances left unattended ii, Burns. iii Is —slippery floors. loose cables and other lying on floors and blocking walkways iv. Cuts ~ using sharp cutting tools wrongly v. Improperly supported ladders b. Describe working procedures and safety precautions regarding i Protection of eyes ii. Protection of the head iti Causes of accidents = Slippery Moors - Sharp objects Naked exposed electrical conductors - — Obstruction = Improperly supported ladder(s). c.State the dangers caused by electricity d. Know that fires are caused due to i Sparking from electrical contacts in Nammable environment ii. Heating of conductors from exce: damage to installation or equipment causing fire. current resulting, in e. Outline the causes of electric shock - Live conductor in contact with body causes electric current to flow through the body hence electric shock f Observe safety measures in the workplace Use first aid kit ; The content and use of first aid kit. hese include elastoplasts, bandages, pair pf scissors, razor blades, pain killers, antiseptics and cotton wool. The first aid kit is used to perform minor treatment in the cd iii. workplace a4 h. Personal safety precautions i. Use of appropriate clothing in the workplace - wearing overalls. goggles, helmet, boots and gloves Observing rules in workplaces regarding switches on circuits 2pir belore they are checked using correct tools for correct jobs Know where emergen the cy stop buttons are located , iv. workplace Salety for others 0 the workplace Consider safety for other keeping, warning and prevention of tools. pond 5 5 in respect to: usap of danger 3.3.1.3 Practical Competencies ity 10 select for various clectronic tasks in order to ote and wear the correct safe! a, Demonstrate the abil b, Identify proper clothing fe protection of the body against i Dirt ii Dust iii Grease iv. Flying chips c. Wear gloves to protect hands against i. Abrasions due to rough surfaces ii, Burns from hot substances and objects iii, Cuts from sharp objects iv. Greasy and oily substances. d. Put on shoes to protect against Sharp objects which may cause pricking ii. Falling objects iii. Leaking oils and grease on floors ec. — Protect eyes by putting on goggles and/or shields against i Flying chips during grinding ii. Chemical splashes. iii. Welding flashes f. Protect the head against i. Falling objects using helmets ii, Noise levels using car mufiles i, Nose masks & Demonstrate safety precautions for others in the workplace h. While observing personal safety. it is also important that safety forprt others is considered with respect to the usage of tools, good house keeping and displaying and warning of danger Demonstrate the types of artificial respiratory methods as i Kiss of Life (Mouth ~ mouth) » the victim is assisted in the breathing by inhaling and exhaling until normal breathing is restored. ii. Cardiac arrest (Holper Nielsen) ~ the chest is compressed with a view of reviving heart pulses, Demonstrate use of various types of fire extinguishers as. i. Foam for oil fires Blanket ii. Carbon dioxide for electrical based fires iii. Sand for general fires iv. Water Dry powder Recognize potential accidents and their causes due to: i Electric shock ~ exposed electrical conductors ii Burns -- heat producing electrical appliances left unattended iii, Falls — slippery floors, loose cables and other lying on floors blocking walkways iv. Cuts — using sharp cutting tools wrongly a. Improperly supported ladders Prevent damages of electricity due to: i. Electric shock ii. Electric fire Demonstrate the use of first aid kit in case of accident in the workplace nstrate knowledge of responsibility of employer and employee with Demons reference to Factory’s Act, Workman’s Compensation Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act Work ina well ventilated place ii, Work ina well lit place Clear walkwaysbi 3.3.2 3.3.2.1 Performance List the correct le TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT objectives yols for the work at hand a b Explain sale use. care and maintenance of tools ¢ Demonstrate sale, correct and efficient use of tools and eq, MpIneny Knowledge Requirement cl tools for the work at hand 3.3.2.2 List the corre 1 Hacksaw ii Electricians pliers iil Plumb bob and line iv, clasp knife v, Spirit level vi wood chisels vii Rule viii, ratchet brace and bits ix, Tack hammer xX. spanners xi, Ball pein hammer xi, S00V- megger a, xiii, Screw driver xiv, Hand and power drilling machines xv. Bradawl XVI. conduit vice xvii. Side cutters xviii, bending machine xix. Piles XX. stocks and dies ANI. Cold chisels xxii, blow lamp xxiii, Soldering iron xxiv. ladders # XXV, Wrenches Xxvi. twist drills b. Explain sale use, care and maintenance of tools i, Hacksaw ii, Electricians pliers iii Plumb bob and line iv, clasp knife v. Spirit level si. wood chiselspir Rule ratchet brace and bits Tack hammer x. spanners Ball pein hammer 500V- megger Screw driver Hand and power drilling machines Bradawl conduit vice Side cutters bending machine xviii. xix. Files stocks and die Cold chi xxii, blow lamp xxiii, Soldering iron xxiv ladders XXV, Wrenches XVI twist drills plain potential accident /hazards when handling tools. Selection of tools ii. Misuse of tools iii. Worn out tools Bad working habits (ignorance, carelessness, overconfidence) y. Sharp tools vi, Ladders vii, Untidy working areas d, Explain procedures for care, maintenance and storage of tools i, Cleaning ii. Oiling iii, sharpening 3.3.2.3 Practical Competence Identify and use tools and equipment for variou! i. Hacksaw ji, Electricians pliers iii, Plumb bob and line iv, clasp knife Spirit level vi. wood chisels 6 is tasksbit vii, Rule viii, ratchet brace and bits ix. Tack hammer | x. spanners \ | Ball pein hammer 500V- megee" Screw driver Hand and power drilling machines \ Bradawl . ; conduit vice Side cutters bending machine Files f stocks and dies | Cold chisels blow lamp Soldering iron | ladders | Wrenches xxvi. twist drills b. Recognise potential accidents and their causes due to: if. Poor house keeping iii, Slippery floors iv. Obstructions vy. Exposed conductors 3.3.3 CABLES, CONDUITS AND MINI TRUNCKING 3.3.3.1 Performance objectives a. Demonstrate knowledge of types of cables, PVC conduits. mini trunking and their accessories b. Make cable joints and terminations into accessorics Install various single phase circuits using cables, PVC conduits PVC mini trunking and their accessories 3.3.3.2 Knowledge requirements a. Types of cables i. Colour code ii, Parts ofa cable iii. Classification of joo? Classification of cables - by construction-cores¢nulticr1 3.3.3.3 3.3.4 3.3.4.1 bir strands) iy. Classification of cables ~ by applications b, Types of PVC conduits (light, heav ¢. Mini trunking d. Cables joints and terminations i. Types of cable joints Bell hangers Married = Britania - T=joint - Telegraph + Scarfe ii. Types of terminations - Bolt and nuts = Pillar - Fyelet of | e. egulations with respect to cables, conduits and trunking Practical competence a. Correct types of cable for a particular installation Soft soldering (application of solder and flux, solder removal. soldering of ) ¢. Crimping to terminate lug |. Firmness and electrical continuity for terminations/joints e. PVC conduit accessories (end boxes. T - boxes, elbow, 4 — way boxes, through boxes, coupler, bushes and saddles) f. Install PVC conduit work lu; LIGHTING AND POWER CIRCUITS Performance objectives of lighting and power systems a. Demonstrate knowledge a er final circuits in PVC sheathed surface wiring b. Install lighting and pow’ c. Install domestic power circuits d. Install lighting and power final circuits in PVC conduits comprising:bir i. wiring accessories | ii. earthing and protection iii. installation testing ~ + e.explain the functions and applications of domestic apy Appliance ‘ 4.2 Knowledge requirements a. Lighting circuits | i. Three plate ceiling rose ' ii, One way switching using joint box and loop-in Methods iii, ‘Two way switching iv. Two way and intermediate switching vy. Master switch b. Power circuits Radial ii, Ring iii, Ring and spur c. Accessories for lighting and power final circuits Consumer control unit ii. Ceiling roses iii, Lamp holders iv. Samp Switches v.13 amp Socket outlets vi. 13 amp top plug vii. Cooker unit viii, Water heater unit d. Materials used in the installation of lighting and power final circuits | \ Wood screws Boxes ili. Insulated staples i iv. Metal clips Vv. Tack nails . ¢ vi. Insulating tape vii. Connectors Vili, Raw plugs ix. Saddles xX. CouplersmS prt xi. Conduit xii. Cables xiii. Mini trunking xiv. Bushes: appliances i. Tron box ii, Water heaters iii. Cookers iv. Toasters v. Instant water heaters Mixers vi. Dome: Factors for consideration in wiring systems i. Durability fi. Cost iii, Flexibility iv. Type of building v. Disposition vi. Ambient temperature vii. Safety viii, Appearance ix. Utility Types of wiring i. Sheathed si ii. PVC conduit wiring system iii, Mini trunking ories systems, e wiring system Wiring access Parts of an earthing system i. earth electrode ii, earth continuity conductor ECC/circuit protective conductor CPC earth | iv. fuse/circuit breaker v. bonding of metal parts ‘Testing of an electrical installation Inspection of an installation i. Visual inspection 10bit ji, Checking abrasions ji, Loose terminations 1, 7 Installation testing i. Polarity test ji. Earthing tests tance tests iii, Insulation res iv. Ring circuit continuity test m. IEE regulations requirements regarding: i. Lighting circuits ii. Power circuits iii, Testing iv. Earthing 3.3.4.3 Practical competency Cable sizes for lighting and power circuits a. Lighting points controlled from two independent positions and an intermediate switch Lighting circuits with the lighting points controlled from two independent positions d, Methods of wiring lighting circuits i. Use of three plate ceiling rose ii, Looping-in method iii, Joint box Rating of the protective device for lighting and power circuils e {Choice of wiring system for a particular i allation g. PVC conduit installation i. Accessories ii, Cutting iii, Bending ~ use of bending s h. 90" bend pring to make i. . 45° bend i Offsets Single phase power circu’ Radial Ring Il0. Pp q. ir DIT iii, Ring with spurs Installation of PVC conduit i Marking out ii, Fixing of saddles iii Fixing of boxes and other accessories Installation of mini trunking Marking out Fixing Use of steel tape to draw in cables in a PVC conduit installations Termination of cables in accessories Earthing system for a given installation Bond metallic parts to the earthing system Earthing tests i. earth continuity test ii. earth electrode resistance test iii, earth loop impedance test Application of IEE regulations with reference to earthingbit GRADE II ~ 2.0 INTRODUCTION: — - The grade I electrical wireman skill is developed to test competencies of persons in the electrical industry in order to standardize their operations and certify them pe suitability to carry out tasks expected at the level. The skill area takes into consid the knowledge requirements, practical competencies and attitudes Necessary performance. Persons at this level of competence have significant and broad scope of skills. Ths, functions require the performance of tasks carried out in different contexts. A erade II person is a skilled operator with experience gained at the work place ad attaining grade III qualifications and the knowledge of technique and appropriate tag which are needed to perform a job with efficiency and confidence. The level requires the operator to have mastered basic principles and a good understanding of safety procedures, tools. equipment and materials in order to perform to desired quali, standards, The grade II operator should be able to work with mil and three phase installations. 21 MAJOR AREA OF FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCY. ‘The grade II electrical wireman is expected to be competent in the following: a) Indust installations. b) Call and alarm circuits. imal supervision on single phast 2.3. Basie Areas of Functional Competency a) Work place and safety procedures. b) Tools, equipment and measuring ins c) Switchgear, factory lighting and powei d) Discharge lamp circuits Earthing, protection and testing of industrial and commercial installations truments. circuits. ) Call and alarm circuits 2.3.1 WORK PLACE AND SAFETY PROCEDURE 2.3.1.1 Performance objectives Explain potential hazards in the use of materials and equipment in work situations b. Demonstrate knowledge of the responsibilities/fole and relationship of employer and employee in reference to health and safety at work Ac. * c. Observe safety in work preparation and execution d. Apply the relevant statutory and non statutory regulations to electricalDit ——— installations 2.3.1.2 Knowledge Requirements a. Recopnize ud explain potential accidents anel their cannes i. Plectrie shock — exposed eleetneal conductors ii, Burns heat producing, electrical appliances Heft un-attended iii, Falls ~ slippery floors, loose cables and other lying on floors and blocking walkways iv, Cuts — using sharp cutting tools wrongly v. Improperly supported ladders b. Describe working, procedures and safety precautions regarding i. Protection of eyes ii Protection of the head iii, Causes of accidents ippery Moors Sharp objects Naked exposed electrical conductors Obstruction Improperly supported ladder(s). State the dangers Know that fires arc caused due to: -aused by electricity i Sparking from electrical contacts in flammable environment ii, Heating of conductors from excess current resulting. in damage to installation or equipment causing fire Outline the causes of electric shock - Live conductor in contact with bods causes electric current to flow through the body hence electric shock £ Observe safety measures in the workplace eB aid kit i, The content and use of first aid kit. ii, These include clastoplasts. bandages, pair pf scissors, avon blades, pain killers, antiseptics and cotton wool, The first aid kit is used to perform minor treatment in the workplace iii, h. Personal safety precautions i, Use of appropriate clothing in the workplace - wearing, overalls, goggles, helmet, boots and glovespit ii. Observing rules in workplaces regarding switches g. circuits before they are checked “en iii. using correct tools for correct jobs iv. Know where emergency stop buttons are located in the ¢ workplace i. Safety for others in the workplace “, Consider safety for others in respect to; usage of tools, goog house keeping, warning and prevention of danger . 2.3.1.3 Practical Competencies ‘a. Demonstrate the ability to select and wear the correct safety gear, b. Identify proper clothing for various electronic tasks in order to offer protection of the body against i Dirt ii. Dust ii, Grease iv. Flying chips loves to protect hands against i. Abrasions due to rough surfaces and objects ii. Burns from hot substan Cuts from sharp objects iv. Greasy and oily substances d. Puton shoes to protect against i, Sharp objects which may cause pricking ii, Falling objects iii. Leaking oils and grease on floors s and/or shields against e. Protect eyes by putting on goggh ips during grinding i, Flying ¢ ii Chemical splashes ji, Welding flashes e f. Protect the head against s using helmets i. Falling obje ii, Noise levels using ear muffles iii. | Nose masks fety precautions for others in the workplace t safety fo" g. Demo h. While observing personal safety. it is also important thal strate s 15prt others is considered with respect to the usage of tools. good house keeping and displaying and warning of danger i. Demonstrate the types of artificial respiratory methods as i. Kiss of Life (Mouth ~ mouth) ~ the victim is assisted in the breathing by inhaling and exhaling until normal breathing is restored ii. Cardiac arrest (Holger Nielsen) ~ the chest is compressed with a » view of reviving heart pulses. Le use of various types of fire extinguishers th Foam for oil fires ii. Blanket iii. Carbon dioxide for electrical based fires iv. Sand for general fires v Water Dry powder Recognize potential accidents and their causes due to: i Electric shock -- exposed electrical conductors ii, Burns ~ heat producing electrical appliances left un-attended Falls - slippery floors, loose cables and other lying on floo iv. blocking walkways v. Cuts ~ using sharp cutting tools wrongly vi. Improperly supported ladders I Prevent damages of electricity due to: i, Electric shock ii, Electric fire m. Demonstrate the use of first aid kit in ¢: workplace eof” ccident in the n. Demonstrate knowledge of responsibility with reference to Factory's Act, Wor! Occupational Health and Safety Act Work in a well ventilated place of employer and employee Kkman's Compensation Act, Hi, Work in a well lit place iii, Clear walkwaysbit 2.3.2 TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND MEASURING INSTRUMENT. “~~ 2.3.2.1 Performance objectives Seleet the correct tools for the work at hand. a. Describe the safe use. care and maintenance of tools, t. b, Demonstrate the correct use and maintenance of work place equipment 7 e. Identify and deseribe measuring instruments (digital and analogue) } d. Demonstrate the safe use of measuring instruments. (digital and analogue). : \ 2.3.2.2. Knowledge requirements a. Selection of the correct tool for work at hand i, Hacksaw i. Electricians pliers Plumb bob and line iv. Clasp knife v. Spirit level vi. Wood chisels vii, Rule viii, Ratchet brace and bits ix. Tack hammer x. Spanners xi. Ball pein hammer 00V- megger Screw driver . Hand and power drilling machines - Bradawl Conduit vice |. Side cutters Bending machine Files 5 Stocks and dies xi, Cold chisels : sii, Blow lamp = Soldering iron Ladders Wrenches Twist drills a xxvii. Tong tester ‘ xxviii, Continuity tester xxix. Earth resistance tester Earth loop impedance tester i. Multi-meter x 17—~ DIT b. Sale use. care and maintenance of tools. i Hacksaw ii. Electricians pliers iii Plumb bob and line iv. Clasp knife v. Spirit level vi. Wood chisels vii, Rule viii, Ratchet brace and bits ix. Tack hammer x. Spanners xi. Ball pein hammer i 500V- megger Screw driver Hand and power drilling machines Bradawl Conduit vice Side cutters Bending machine Files Stocks and dies Cold chisels Blow lamp Soldering iron Ladders Wrenches Twist drills y Tong tester xxviii Continuity tester xxix, Earth resistance tester XXX. Earth loop impedance tester xxxi. Multi-meter ©. Correct use and maintenance of work place equipment. i. ‘Cleaning ii. Oiling iii, Sharpening iv. Repair v. Storage d. Measuring. instruments (digital and analogue) i. Tong tester ii. Continuity tester i ii, Earth resistance tester iv, Earth loop impedance tester Vv. Multi-meterDIT Use of measuring instruments (digital and analogue) ~ ‘Tong tester Continuity tester Earth resistance tester iv. Earth loop impedance tester Vi Multi-meter 2.3.3 SWITCHGEAR, FACTORY LIGHTING AND POWER CIRCUITS Performance objectives i. Demonstrate knowledge of switchgear arrangements in industrial installations. ii.” Install switchgear in industrial premises. iii, Service and maintain switchgear in industrial installations iv, Demonstrate knowledge of lighting and power circuits in industrial premises. Install lighting and power circuits in industrial premises. Carry out functional test on lighting and power circuits in industrial premises vii. Diagnosed and repair faults using proper procedures 2.3.3.2 Knowledge requirements a. Switchgear arrangement i. wle phase Three phase Rising mains b. Installation of switchgear i Bus bar arrangement ii, Termination of wiring tii. Testing, iv. Operation ¢. Service and maintenance of switchgear i Fault history Visual inspection for loose connections and damaged cables Short circuit test iv. Open circuit test v. Earth continuity test d. Lighting and power circuits i Switching arrangement Circuit components Stroboscopic effect Cable sizes v. Accessoriespit ao "*i, Protection vii thing viii Relevant LE E. regulations. e. Installation of Lighting and Power Circuits i Types of wiring systems ii, One-way switching iii, Two-way switching iv Intermediate switching vy. Master switching. vi Radial ci vii, Ring circuits viii. Ring with spur circuits ix. Tests on completed installation a, Polarity tests b. Earthing t c. Insulation tests d. Ring continuity tests 2.3.3.3 Practical Competency a) Installation of switch gear Bus bar arrangement Termination of wiring iii, Testing iv. Operation Service and maintenance of switchgear i. Fault history Visual inspection for loose connections and damaged cables iii, Short circuit test iv. Open circuit test vy. Earth continuity test b) Lighting and power circuits i, Switching arrangement ii. Circuit components iii, Stroboscopic effect iv. Cable sizes v. Accessories vi. Protection vii. Earthing viii, Relevant 1LE.E. regulations d. Installation of Lighting and Power Circuits One-way switching Two-way switching Intermediate switching iv. Master switching v. Radial circuitsbir vi. Ring circuits vii. Ring with spur circuits > viii, ‘Tests on completed installation - Polarity tests 1 - — Earthing tes ‘ - Insulation tes : - Ring continuity tests ix, Fault diagnoses, repair and maintenance 2.3.4 DISCHARGE LAMPS : ¢ 2.3.4.1 Performance objectives ; ‘a. Demonstrate knowledge of industrial and commercial lighting circuits b, - Install industrial and commercial lighting circuits ©. Diagnose. repair and maintain industrial and commercial lighting circuits - oo d. Carry out tests in industrial and commercial lighting circuits 2.3.4.2. Knowledge requirements oo a, Types of industrial and commercial lighting circuits i. Fluorescent lamps ii, High pressure mereury vapour lamp iii. Cold cathode neon lamp iv. Tungsten halogen . v. Relevant IEE regulations 2.3.4.3 Practical competency a. Installation of industrial and commercial lighting circuits i. Fluorescent lamps ii, High pressure mercury vapour lamp Cold cathode neon lamp Tungsten halogen v. Safety precaution in regard to industrial and commercial lighting circuits vi Relevant IEE regulations b, Fault diagnoses repair and maintenance of industrial and commercial lighting circuits ic ault history ii. Visual inspection for loose connections and damaged cables ili, Short circuit test iv. Open circuit test Vv. Earth continuity test © Inspection and tests in industrial and commercial lighting circuits i, Visual inspection Polarity tests 21—_——— bit iii, Barthing tests iv. Insulation tests ¥. Continuity test 2.3.5 | EARTHING, PROTECTION AND TESTING OF INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL 2.3.5.1 Performance objectives a) Demonstrate knowledge of earthing, protection and testing of industrial and commercial installations b) Carry out earthing of industrial and commercial installations ¢) Install protective devices in industrial and commercial installations d) Perform relevant tests in industrial and commercial installations 2.3.5.2 Knowledge requirement a. Need for protection b. Need for earthing c. Parts of an earthing system dd. Methods of earthing i, PME (TN-C-S) ii, TN-S iii. €. Methods of earth leakage protection Double insulation “All insulation’ enclosure iii. Farthing of exposed metal parts Isolation of metal {Protective devices i. Excess current ii, Over/under voltage iii, Earth leakage 2.3.5.3 Practical competency a) Earthing of industrial and commercial installations PME (TN-C-S) ii, = TN-S iii. TT b) Installation of protective devices in industrial and commercial installations i. Excess current ii, — Over/under voltage iii, Earth leakage sts on industrial and commercial installations Visual inspection c) ws SSprt ii. Polarity tests i Karting tests Insulation tests v. Continuity tests 2.3.6 CALLAND ALARM CIRCUITS 2.3.6.1 Performance objectives a) Demonstrate knowledge of call and alarm circuits b) Demonstrate knowledge of IEE regulations relevant to call and alarm circuits ¢) Install call and alarm circuits d) Service, repair and maintain call and alarm circuits 2.3.6.2 Knowledge requirements a) ‘Types of call and alarm circuits Open circuits ii, Closed circuits b) Types of indicators and sounders i. Electronic indicator, ii, Electrical replacement Sirens Buzzers v. Bells i Hooters cc) Relevant IEE regulation i Bell transformers ii, Earthing Segregation ‘2.3.6.3 Practical competency a) Calland alarm circuits i. Opencircuits - Actuators - Relay Closed circuits - Actuators - Re b) Indicators i, Electronic indicator Electrical replacement iii. Sirens iv. Buzzers v. Bells vi. Hooters 23—., Service. repair and maintenance ¢) Se Fault diagnoses Fault repair Circuit maintenance Relevant IEE regulationsbit GRADE I 1.0 INTRODUCTION: : Uhe grade | electrical wireman skill is developed to test competencies of persons engage in the electrical industry in order to standardize their operations and certify them for thei Suitability to carry out tasks expected at the level. The skill arca takes into consideratio the knowledge requirements, practical competencies and attitudes necessary in jot performance, Persons at this level of competence have wide experience and a broad range of usety skills. ‘Their functions require the performance of tasks involving advanced skills wit superior craftsinanship. A grade I person is a skilled operator with knowledge of technique and appropriate too! needed to perform a job with efficiency and is qualified to supervise the work of others The level requires the operator to have wide knowledge of electrical principles and a goo, understanding of safety procedures, tools equipment and materials in order to perforn to desired quality standards. The operator should be conversant with single phase an: three phase circuits and machine controls, special installations and capable of designin estimating and costing electrical installation work. The grade | operator should be capable of designing installation circuit wiring diagram and motor control circuits. The operator will also able to competently diagnose fault in electrical installations and electrical appliances and carry out the necessary repair effectively. Ld MAJOR AREAS OF FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCY The grade | electrical wireman is expected to be proficient in the performance of specialized tasks requiring high level of skills related to Electrical Installation. The major areas of functional competency include: a, Machine installation and controls b. Special installations c. Overhead and underground distribution systems d. Electrical installation design estimating and costing 1.2 BASIC AREAS OF FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCY The areas of competency for the level include: Work place and safety procedures : b. Tools, equipment and measuring instruments c. Machines installations d. Installations in hazardous areas ¢, Caravan sites and caravan installations f Overhead distributions 8 Underground installations h, Electrical designs i. Estimating and costing 25DIT a RK PLACE AND SAFETY PROCEDURES WORK 1.3.1 Performance objectives . ; on iat Explain potential hazards in the use of materials and equipment in work situations : oo . a b. Demonstrate knowledge of the responsibilities/role and relationship of employer and employee in reference to health and safety at work Act. cc. Observe safety in work preparation and execution d. Apply the relevant statutory and non statutory regulations to electrical installation 1.3.1.2 Knowledge Requirements a, Recognize and explain potential accidents and their causes i. _ Electric shock ~ exposed electrical conductors ii. Burns — heat producing electrical appliances left un-attended iii, Falls — slippery floors, loose cables and other lying on floors and blocking walkways. iv Cuts — using sharp cutting tools wrongly v. Improperly supported ladders i. Describe working procedures and safety precautions regarding “i. Protection of eyes ii Protection of the head iii. Causes of accidents ippery floors - Sharp objects = Naked exposed electrical conductors Obstruction Improperly supported ladder(s). c. State the dangers caused by electricity d. Know that fires are caused due to i. Sparking from electrical contacts in flammable environment ii, Heating of conductors from excess current resulting in damage to installation or equipment causing fire. e. Outline the causes of electric shock - Live conductor in contact with body causes electric current to flow through the body hence electric shock f. Observe safety measures in the workplace Use first aid kit ; i. The content and use of first aid kit, * ii. These include elastoplasts. bandages. pair pf sci: pain killers, antiseptics and cotton wool. iii. The first aid kit is used to perform minor treatment in the workplace h. Personal safety precautions i. Use of appropriate clothing in the workplace - wearing overalls. goggles, helmet, boots and gloves ii, Observing rules in workplaces regarding switches on circuits before they are checked using correct tools for correct jobs Know where emergency stop buttons are located in the workplace © ors, razor blades, 26bit 2 i. Safety for others in the workplace Consider safety for others in respect to; usage of tools, good house keeping, warning and prevention of danger 1.3.1.3 Practical Competencies a, Demonstrate the ability to b. Identify proper clothing for offer protection of the body agai i. Dirt Dust iii, Grease iv. Flying chips c. Wear gloves to protect hands against i. Abrasions due to rough surfaces ii. Burns from hot s inces and objects iii. Cuts from sharp objects iv. Greasy and oily substances d. Put on shoes to protect against i i. Sharp objects which may cause pricking Hling objects safely gear n order to lect and wear the corr rious electronic tasks it iii, Leaking oils and grease on floors : &. Protect eyes by putting on goggles and/or shields against i. Flying chips during grindi ii, Chemical splashes iii. Welding flashes f. Protect the head against i. Falling objects using helmets ii, Noise levels using ear mutfles iii. Nose masks g. Demonstrate safety precautions for others in the workplace h. While observing personal safety. it i important that safety for others is considered with respect to the ‘age of tools, good housekeeping and displaying and warning of danger i, Demonstrate the types of artificial respiratory methods as 1. Kiss of Life (Mouth — mouth) — the victim is assisted in the breathing by inhaling and exhaling until normal breathing is restored. : ii, Cardiac arrest (Holger Nielsen) ~ the chest is compressed with a view of reviving heart pulses. J. Demonstrate use of various types of fire extinguishers as i, — Foam for oil fires |. Blanket iii, Carbon dioxide for electrical based fires iv. Sand for general fires v. Water vi. Dry powder k. Recognize potential accidents and their causes due to: i, Electric shock - exposed electrical conductors 27m. bi Burns ~ heat producing electrical appliances left un- attended iii, Falls - slippery floors, loose cables and other lying on floors iv. blocking walkways v. Cuts using sharp cutting tools wrongly vi. Improperly supported ladders Prevent damages of electricity due to: i Electric shock ii, Electric fire Demonstrate the use of first aid kit in case of accident in the workplace Demonstrate knowledge of responsibility of employer and employ with reference to Factory’s Act, Workman's Compensation Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act i. Work in a well ventilated place ii, Work in a well lit place iii, Clear walkways 1.3.2 TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND MEASURING INSTRUMENTS | 1.3.2.1 Performance objectives a. Select the correct tools for the work at hand. b. Describe | 1.3.2.2 Knowle the safe use, care and maintenance of tools. ©. Demonstrate the correct use and maintenance of work place equipment. 4. Identity and deseribe measuring instruments (digital and analogue). © Demonstrate the safe use of measuring instruments (digital and analogue). ge requirements Selection of the correct tool for work at hand Hacksaw Plumb bob and line Clasp knife Wood chisels Rule Ratchet brace and bits Tack hammer Spanners Ball pein hammer 500V- megger Screw driver Hand and power drilling ma Bradawl Conduit vice Side cutters Bending machine Files 28bit xxxii. xxxiii, Xxxiv. XXXY. XXXVi, XXXVii. Stocks and dies Cold chisels Blow lamp Soldering iron Ladders Wrenches Twist drills Tong tester Continuity tester Earth resistance tester Earth loop impedance tester Multi-meter Insulation tester Ductor tester Feeler gauge Spring balance Straight gauge String line b. Safe use, care and maintenance of tools. xxii, xxiii, Xxiv, XxV, XXVi. xxvii. XXV an Hacksaw Electricians pliers Plumb bob and line Clasp knife Spirit level Wood chisels Rule Ratchet brace and bits ‘Tack hammer Spanners Ball pein hammer S00V- megger Screw driver Hand and power drilling machines Bradawl Conduit vice Side cutters Bending machine Files Stocks and dies Cold chisels Blow lamp Soldering iron Ladders Wrenches Twist drills Tong tester Continuity testerpe ix, Earth resistunce tent Sys. Earth Loop impedance tester NANI Malti-meter e Correct use and maintenance of work pl ( ice equipme i. Cleaning eet ii Oiling iii, Sharpening iv. Repair v. Storage vic Ladder handling, d. Measuring instruments (digital and analogue) i long test ii. continuity tester iii, earth resistance tester iv. earth loop impedance tester \. multi-meter c. Use of measuring instruments (digital and analogue), i, tong tester continuity fe carth resistance tester iv. earth loop impedance tester v. multi-meter 1.3.3. MACHINE INSTALLATIONS 1.3.3.1 Performance objectives a. Demonstrate knowledge of machines b. Mount machines in pedestals c, Test the functioning of machine d. Service, repair and maintain machines 1.3.3.2. Knowledge requirement a Knowledge of machines i. Types of machines - Single phase and three phase motors: - Ac single phase and three phase generators - Single phase and three phase transformers Construction of machines - Single phase and three phase motors = Ac single phase and three phase generators = Single phase and three phase transformers - Machine enclosures - Machine cooling methods iii, Operation of machines - Single phase and three phase motors = Ac single phase and three phase generators - Single phase and three phase transformersbit —— 1.1.1.3 Practical competency a. Machine mounting i. Correct Mounting Leveling : Alignment to drives (belts, pulleys chains) fety precautions Termination Mechanical inspection ~ Visible check of machines for mechanical damage - Correct alignment ~ Airgap (with feeler gauge) = Mechanical operation of switch gear and control gear (contact conditions and pressure) = Grade and level of oil (dash pots) vii. Electrical inspection = Connection on the machinery = Protective conductor continuity - Insulation resistant test - Correct rating - ‘Correct motor over load current s = Listen for knocks and strange no’ - Check for functionability b, Machines controls i Types of starters - Direct online starter, DOL(star/delta) — Star delta starter - Rotor resistance ii. Methods of motor starting - Forward — reverse (to include remote starUstop) — Inching jogging (10 include remote start/stop ) iii. Service. repair and maintenance of motor control systems iv, — Relevant IEE regulations ting, 1.3.4 INSTALLATIONS IN HAZARDOUS AREAS 1.3.4.1 Performance objectives a. Demonstrate knowledge of installations in hazardous areas b. Identify hazardous areas ©. Carry out installations in hazardous areas 4. Service, repair and maintain installations for hazardous areas 1.3.4.2 Know ledge requirements Knowledge of installations in hazardous areas i. Zones - Division - Division ‘1? - Division ‘IPbir a : a. Types of equipment - Buxton certified - — Intrinsically safe ig Systems (conduit type, fittings and accessor ies, cables ) 1.3.4.3 Practical competency a. Identification of hazardous areas i. Flammable liquids ii. Explosive gases and vapours iii Explosive du b. Installations in hazardous areas tL. Wiring systems - Galvanized Conduits - Armoured cables - MICC cables ii. Protective devices iii, Earthing and testing iv. Relevant IEE regulations v. Service, repair and maintenance of installations for hazardous areas 13.5 CARAVAN SITES AND CARAVAN INSTALLATIONS 13.5.1 Performance objectives a, Demonstrate knowledge of installations in Caravan Sites and Caravans b. Identify Caravan Sites and Caravan Installations ¢, Carry out installations in Caravan Sites and Caravans ; d. Service, repair and maintain installations for Caravan Sites and Caravans 13.5.2 Knowledge requirements ; : a. Knowledge of installations in Caravan Sites and Caravans b. Types of caravans i. Fixed Mobile b. Wiring systems i.” Rubber insulated ' Polychloroprene (PCP) ~ sheathed cable iii. All insulated cable iv. Earthing, ©. Types of accessories inal 4 Enclosure having clearly marked terminals : it ee ne okets with a locking ring rated at 16amps d. Relevant IEE regulation ¢. Service, repair and maintenance f. Inspection and tests we 6pit 1.3, 5.3 Practical competency a. Installations in Sites and Caravan Installations i. Wiring system: = Rubber insulated - Poll hloroprene (PCP) ~ = Allinsulated cable rthing Earthing and testing Relevant IEE regulations _ = Service, repair and mainten: insulated - Polychloroprene (PCP) = All insulated cable - Farthing sheathed cable ance of installations in Rubber sheathed cable 1.3.6 OVERHEAD DISTRIBUTIONS 1.3.6.1 Performance objectives Demonstrate knowledge of overhead distribution systems a b. Perform jointing in overhead line conductors c. Connect service cable from the tertiary distributor to the premises dd. Observe the relevant IEE regulations on overhead cables ©. Perform earthing of overhead line cables 1.3.6.2 Knowledge requirements a. Overhead distribution b. Types of conductors and cables c. Methods of jointing, d. Accessories and fittings 1.3.6.3 Practical competency ‘a. Cable jointing in overhead line conductors b. Connection of service cable from the tertiary distributor to the premises c. Observation of the relevant EE regulations on overhead cables d. Earthing of overhead line cables 1.3.7. UNDERGROUND INSTALLATIONS 1.3.7.1 Performance objectives a Demonstrate knowledge of underground distribution systems b. Perform jointing in underground cables “ c. Connect service cable from the tertiary distributor to the premises d. Observe the relevant IEE regulations on underground cables e. Perform earthing of underground line cables 1.3.7.2 Knowledge requirements 33pir — Underground distribution b. ypes of conductors and cables Afethods of jointing underground cables Accessories and Hilings tor underground cables 13.7.3 P tical competence Cable jointing in underground cables cable from the tertiary dist ant IEE regulations on underground cables b. Connection of service butor to the premises Observation of the relev Gd Larthing of underground cables 1.3.8 ESTIMATING AND COS TING 1.3.8.1 Performance objectives \S B Draw single phase wiring diagrams Eyplain the estimating procedure Explain material take off d. interpret drawing specifications fe. draw up bills of quantities {Analyse final calculations and commercial appraisal 1.3.8.2. Knowledge requirements a. Interpretation of architectural drawings i. Symbols ii, scales types of walls, doors, windows, beams iii b. Electrical designs i. Standard symbols ii, Proper use of drawing equipment and tools iii. Title block iv. Legend v ‘Neatness ¢. Taking off materials from drawings i. take off sheets ii, numbered items i measured items iv. schedule of materials 4. Costing process ‘i. costing of preliminary items li, costing of numbered items ili. costing for overhead items iv, costing for contingency items ; v. costi 7 a VAT consideration profit margin considera purchasing and supply provers technical specification of items quotationsbir iii. tendering iv, technical evaluation v. inspection of goods received 1.3.8.3 Practical competency Interpret architectural/electrical installation drawings Designs for electrical installations Take off items from the drawings Determine items required and draw up the bill of quantities Estimate the cost of materials. services and overheads Estimate VAT and profit margins Demonstrate negotiation skills with suppliers and other professionals Practice cost economic approaches to estimation