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MCS Company Scheme Criteria for:
Electrical Criteria
DRAFT Consultation Document
This document shows the Competence Criteria required to be met by a company undertaking the
type of work detailed above.
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These competencies have been identified by the Electrical industry to cover the range of work a
person working in the electrical industry would normally undertake.
These competencies have been identified from the current Qualifications Credit Units (QCF)
devolved from the National Occupational Standards (NOS) to cover the range of work in the scope
identified on the front page would normally undertake.
Anybody holding:
1. A full NVQ level 3 in England and Wales or
2. A full SVQ level 3 in Scotland
Is likely to have met with all of the criteria presented within this document.
Important – it is not the intention of this consultation to seek to change these criteria that have
been consulted on and agreed by the electrical industry. They are presented for transparency to
show the criteria MCS seeks to rely upon and will base the Experience Workers Route (EWR) upon.
Any EWR determined following this consultation for this scope of work will be agreed prior to
deployment with the appropriate industry representatives.
A full list of Qualifications that have been deemed to have met this criteria can be found at
http://www.microgenerationcertification.org/ along with access to EWR providers.
Please note anybody who has achieved the assessment without holding the correct mandatory Pre-
requisites are likely to have to demonstrate further compliance against this company criteria.
Criteria Presentation
The criteria shown below in the following tables has been purposely presented in one of five
categories:
1. Health and Safety – HS
2. Technical Skills – TS
3. Soft Skills – SS
4. Other – OT
5. Additional Information - AD
Where any box is blank these are intentionally blank.
By presenting the criteria within this format, it allows evidence to be collated for the Experienced
Workers Route (EWR) options of evidencing compliance with the criteria.
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Health and Safety Skills
No. Objective No. Criteria
1 Apply relevant Health and Safety legislation in the workplace
1 Identify which workplace health and safety procedures are relevant to the working environment and comply with their duties and obligations as defined by current legislation and organisational procedures
2 Produce a risk assessment and method statement in accordance with organisational procedures and the limits of their responsibility
3 Work within the requirements of:
4 Risk assessments
5 Method statements
6 Safe systems of work
2 Assess the work environment for hazards and identify remedial actions in accordance with Health and Safety legislation
1 Identify unsafe situations and conditions and take remedial actions
2 Assess the work environment and revise work practices accordingly to take into account hazards which could cause harm, including the handling of potentially hazardous:
3 Materials
4 Tools
5 Equipment
6 Identify any hazards which may present a high risk and report their presence to relevant persons who have overall responsibility for health and safety in the workplace
7 Apply measures to control health and safety hazards in accordance with the limits of their capabilities and job responsibility
8 Select and use correct Personal Protective Equipment and protection measures to ensure the health and safety of themselves and others in the work environment
3 Apply methods and procedures to ensure work on site is in accordance with Health and Safety legislation
1 Demonstrate personal conduct and behaviour around the workplace, to ensure that the health and safety of themselves and others is not endangered
2 Apply procedures to ensure the safe use, maintenance and storage of tools, plant and equipment as stipulated in
3 Workplace policies (company and site)
4 Supplier information
5 Manufacturer’s instructions
6 Comply with hazard warning, mandatory instruction and prohibition notices
7 Apply procedures to ensure the safety of the work location through the correct use of guards and notices
8 Use access equipment correctly
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4 Apply procedures to deal with and report health and safety in accordance with Health and Safety legislation
1 Demonstrate the correct procedures to follow in the event of injury to themselves or others, including:
2 Application of basic first aid procedures
3 Notification of emergency services
4 Reporting of incidents
5 Produce a risk assessment and method statement in accordance with organisational procedures and the limits of their responsibility
6 Work within the requirements of:
7 Risk assessments
8 Method statements
9 Safe systems of work
5 Assess the work environment for hazards and identify remedial actions in accordance with Health and Safety legislation
1 Identify unsafe situations and conditions and take remedial actions
2 Assess the work environment and revise work practices accordingly to take into account hazards which could cause harm, including the handling of potentially hazardous:
3 Materials
4 Tools
5 Equipment
6 Identify any hazards which may present a high risk and report their presence to relevant persons who have overall responsibility for health and safety in the workplace
7 Apply measures to control health and safety hazards in accordance with the limits of their capabilities and job responsibility
8 Select and use correct Personal Protective Equipment and protection measures to ensure the health and safety of themselves and others in the work environment
6 Apply methods and procedures to ensure work on site is in accordance with Health and Safety legislation
1 Demonstrate personal conduct and behaviour around the workplace, to ensure that the health and safety of themselves and others is not endangered
2 Apply procedures to ensure the safe use, maintenance and storage of tools, plant and equipment as stipulated in
3 Workplace policies (company and site)
4 Supplier information
5 Manufacturer’s instructions
6 Comply with hazard warning, mandatory instruction and prohibition notices
7 Apply procedures to ensure the safety of the work location through the correct use of guards and notices
8 Use access equipment correctly
7 Apply procedures to deal with and report health and
1 Demonstrate the correct procedures to follow in the event of injury to themselves or others, including:
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safety in accordance with Health and Safety legislation
2 Application of basic first aid procedures
3 Notification of emergency services
4 Reporting of incidents
13 Specify particular health and safety risks which may be present and the requirements of current health and safety legislation for the range of electrotechnical work operations including:
14 Preparation and planning
15 Installation
16 Termination and connection
17 Inspection, testing and commissioning
18 Fault diagnosis and rectification
19 Maintenance
17 Understand the procedures for dealing with health and safety in the work environment
1 State the procedures that should be followed in the case of accidents which involve injury, including requirements for the treatment of electric shock/electrical burns
2 Specify appropriate procedures which should be followed when emergency situations occur in the workplace, including:
3 Procedures for summoning emergency services
4 Information that emergency services require
5 Alarm and evacuation procedures
6 Designated escape routes
7 Firefighting procedures
8 Application of First Aid
9 State the limitations of their responsibilities in terms of health and safety in the workplace
10 State the actions to be taken in situations which exceed their level of responsibility for Health and Safety in the workplace
11 State the procedures that should be followed in accordance with the relevant health and safety regulations for reporting health, safety and / or welfare issues in the workplace
12 Specify appropriate responsible persons to whom health and safety and welfare related matters should be reported, including:
13 Employer
14 Employees
15 Customer/Client
16 Safety Officers
17 H&S Executive/Inspectors
18 Trades Union representative
19 Environmental Health Officers
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18 Understand the procedures for establishing a safe working environment
1 State the procedure for producing risk assessments and method statements in accordance with their level of responsibility
2 Describe the procedures for working in accordance with provided, pre-determined:
3 Risk assessments
4 Method statements
5 Safe systems of work
6 Describe the procedures that should be taken to remove or minimise risks before deciding PPE is needed
7 State the purpose of PPE
8 Specify the appropriate protective clothing and equipment that is required for identified work tasks
9 State the first aid facilities that must be available in the work area in accordance with health and safety regulations
10 Explain why it is important:
11 Not to misuse first aid equipment/supplies
12 To replace first aid supplies once used
13 Describe safe practices and procedures using:
14 Access Equipment (PASMA requirements)
15 Portable power tools (e.g. Cartridge gun, drills, Grinders)
16 Signs and guarding
17 Tools and materials storage facilities
18 Dangerous substances e.g. cutting compounds and adhesives
19 Understand the requirements for identifying and dealing with hazards in the work environment
1 Identify warning signs for the seven main groups of hazardous substance, as defined by The Chemical (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations (CHIP)
2 Define what is meant by the term hazard in relation to Health and Safety legislation in the workplace
3 Identify specific hazards associated with the installation and maintenance of electrotechnical systems and equipment, including:
4 Electric shock (direct and indirect contact)
5 Burns
6 Fires
7 Explosions
8 Describe situations which can constitute a hazard in the workplace such as:
9 Temporary electrical supplies
10 Trailing leads/cables
11 Slippery or uneven surfaces
12 Presence of dust and fumes
13 Handling and transporting equipment or materials
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14 Contaminants and irritants
15 Fire
16 Working at height
17 Hazardous malfunctions of equipment
18 Improper use and storage of tools and equipment
19
Identify the correct type of fire extinguisher for a particular type of fire
20 Explain situations where asbestos may be encountered, including:
21 Asbestos in decorative finishes (artex, plaster, floor tiles)
22 Asbestos in accessories (flash guards and matting in fuse carriers and on distribution board covers)
23 Asbestos in insulation storage compartments, vessels and pipework
24 Specify the procedures for dealing with the suspected presence of asbestos in the workplace
25 Understand the requirements for overseeing health and safety in the work environment
1 State the applicable Health and Safety requirements with regard to overseeing the work of others
2 State the procedures for:
3 Interpreting risk assessments
4 Applying method statements
5 Monitoring changing conditions in the workplace
6 Complying with site organisational procedures
7 Managing Health and Safety on site
8 Organising the safe and secure storage of tools and materials
26 Understand the requirements for liaising with others when organising and overseeing work activities
1 Describe techniques for the communication with others for the purpose of;
2 Motivation
3 Instruction
4 Monitoring
5 Cooperation
29 Understand the procedures, practices and statutory and non-statutory regulatory requirements for preparing work sites for the installation of wiring systems and associated equipment
1 Explain the health and safety requirements and legal duties of employers and employees in establishing a safe working environment
Technical Skills
No. Objective No. Criteria
8 Interpret specifications, drawings and diagrams
1 Interpret specifications and technical data for the installation of;
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2 Protective Earthing Systems
3 A ring final circuit
4 A general lighting circuit
5 A control system for a three-phase motor
6 A central heating/sustainable energy system
7 A safety service circuit
8 A data cabling system
9 A three-phase socket-outlet
9 Undertake risk assessments 1 Review safe working practices
2 Undertake a risk assessment
3 Complete risk assessment documentation in accordance with organisational procedures
10 Carry out the safe isolation of electrical circuits and complete electrical installations
1 Locate correct means of isolation
2 Follow correct procedures for the isolation of electrical circuit(s) and complete electrical installations
3 Isolate circuit (s) in correct sequence
4 Select correct test and measuring instruments
5 Correctly test for the presence of an electrical supply
11 Plan and prepare to install, terminate and connect wiring systems
1 In accordance with an installation specification select the correct cables, accessories, equipment, components and protective devices for the installation of;
2 Protective Earthing Systems
3 A ring final circuit
4 A general lighting circuit
5 The control of a three-phase motor
6 A central heating/sustainable energy system
7 A safety service circuit
8 A data cabling system
9 A three-phase socket-outlet
12 Complete the installation, termination and connection of wiring systems in accordance with industry requirements
1 In accordance with an installation specification install, terminate and connect cables, accessories, equipment, components and protective devices for the installation of;
2 Protective Earthing Systems
3 A ring final circuit
4 A general lighting circuit
5 The control of a three-phase motor
6 A central heating/sustainable energy system
7 A safety service circuit
8 A data cabling system
9 A three-phase socket-outlet
13 Complete the visual inspection, initial verification
1 Comply with correct procedures
2 Record relevant findings on correct documentation
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and certification of an electrical installation
14 Complete the testing and certification of an electrical installation in accordance with industry requirements
1 Select and use the correct measuring instruments
2 Confirm instruments function accurately
3 Measure the continuity of protective conductors
4 Measure the continuity of ring final circuit conductors
5 Measure the insulation resistance of the installation and its circuits
6 Confirm the polarity of the installation’s electrical Outlets and components
7 Determine the installation’s earth fault-loop impedance (EFLI)
8 Determine the installation’s prospective fault current (PFC)
9 Carry out functional tests on the installation’s equipment and components
10 Complete the correct documentation in accordance with statutory and non-statutory regulations
15 Diagnose, and recommend how to rectify, electrical faults in an electrical installation in accordance with industry requirements
1 Undertake an assessment of risk accordingly
2 Carry out safe isolation in the correct sequence as appropriate to fault diagnosis procedures
3 Select and use correctly, fit for purpose tools, equipment and instruments
4 Carry out relevant checks and preparations
5 Locate faults from given information
6 State how the identified faults can be rectified
16 Understand how relevant Health and Safety legislation applies in the workplace
1 Specify their own roles and responsibilities and those of others with regard to current relevant legislation such as:
2 The Health and Safety at Work Act
3 The Electricity at Work Regulations
4 The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations
5 Workplace (Health and Safety and Welfare) Regulations
6 Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations
7 Working at Height Regulations
8 Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations
9 Manual Handling Operations Regulations
10 Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations
11 Display Screen Equipment at Work Regulations
12 Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations
20 Understand the environmental legislation, working practices and principles which are relevant to work activities
1 Specify the current, relevant legislation for processing waste, including:
2 Environmental Protection Act
3 The Hazardous Waste Regulations
4 Pollution Prevention and Control Act
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5 Control of Pollution Act
6 The Control of Noise at Work Regulations
7 Packaging (Essential Requirements) Regulations
8 Environment Act
9 The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations
21 Understand how work methods and procedures can reduce material wastage and impact on the environment
1 State installation methods that can help to reduce material wastage
2 Explain why it is important to report any hazards to the environment that arise from work procedures
3 Specify environmentally friendly materials, products and procedures that can be used in the installation and maintenance of electrotechnical systems and equipment
22 Understand how and where environmental technology systems can be applied
1 Describe the fundamental operating principles of the following environmental technology systems:
2 Solar photovoltaic
3 Wind energy generation (Micro and macro)
4 Micro hydrogenation
5 Heat pumps
6 Combined heat and power (CHP) including micro CHP
7 Grey water recycling
8 Rainwater harvesting
9 Biomass heating
10 Solar thermal hot water heating
11 State the applications and limitations of the following environmental technology systems:
12 Solar photovoltaic
13 Wind energy generation (Micro and macro)
14 Micro hydrogenation
15 Heat pumps
16 Combined heat and power (CHP) including micro CHP
17 Grey water recycling
18 Rainwater harvesting
19 Biomass heating
20 Solar thermal hot water heating
21 State the Local authority Building Control requirements which apply to the installation of environmental technology systems
23 Understand the types of technical and functional information that is available for the installation of electrotechnical systems and equipment
1 Specify sources of technical and functional information which apply to electrotechnical installations, including:
2 Manufacturer information and data
3 Supplier information and data
4 Information from their employing organisation
5 Installation specifications
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6 Client/customer specifications
7 Specifications, drawings and diagrams
8 Interpret technical and functional information and data from:
9 Manufacturer information and data
10 Materials
11 Components
12 Equipment
13 Measuring and test instruments
14 Supplier information and data
15 Materials
16 Components
17 Equipment
18 Measuring and test instruments
19 Information from their employing organisation
20 Installation specifications
21 Client/customer specifications
22 Specifications, drawings and diagrams
23 Records and certificates for -
24 Inspection
25 Testing
26 Installation completion
27 Identify and interpret technical and functional information relating to electrotechnical product or equipment:
28 Operation
29 Controls
30 Settings
31 Adjustments
32 Describe the work site requirements and procedures in terms of:
33 Services provision
34 Ventilation provision
35 Waste disposal procedures
36 Equipment and material storage
37 Health and Safety requirements
38 Access by personnel
39 Identify equipment and systems that are compatible to site operations and requirements
6 Describe methods of determining the competence of operatives for whom they are responsible, such as;
7 Checking competency cards (e.g. CSCS cards, JIB cards)
8 Checking technical qualifications
9 Written references from previous employers
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10 Informal monitoring of performance on site
11 Competent Person Scheme Registration
28 Understand the requirements for organising the provision and storage of resources that are required for work activities
1 Interpret the installation specification and work programme to identify resource requirements for the following:
2 Materials
3 Components
4 Plant
5 Vehicles
6 Equipment
7 Labour
8 Tools
9 Measuring and test instruments
10 Interpret the material schedule to confirm that materials available are:
11 The right type
12 Fit for purpose
13 In the correct quantity
14 Suitable for work to be completed cost efficiently
15 Specify the storage and transportation requirements for all materials required in the work location
16 Specify procedures to ensure the safe and effective storage of materials, tools and equipment in the work location
2 Interpret relevant sources of information which will inform installation work, including:
3 Statutory documents
4 Codes of Practice
5 British Standards
6 Site drawings
7 Installation specifications – Wiring diagrams; Fitting and Fixing dimensions/drawings; Technical data
8 Manufacturer’s instructions
9 Specify the actions required to ensure that electrical installation work sites are correctly prepared in terms of health and safety considerations, including:
10 Provision for safe access and egress
11 Checking immediate work location for potential hazards as appropriate to property, personnel and livestock
12 Know the requirements for the completion of a risk assessment
13 Confirm that appropriate risk assessments and method statements have been produced
30 Understand the procedures for checking the work
1 State the preparations that should be completed before electrical installation work starts, including:
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location prior to the commencement of work activities
2 Interpretation of specifications to produce accurate material and equipment requisites
3 Identification and selection of material, equipment and components compatible to installation specification
4 Confirmation of site readiness for installation including considerations of building structures and fabric
5 Confirmation that tools, equipment and instruments are fit for purpose
6 Confirmation of secure site storage for tools, equipment, materials and components
7 Identification of suitable access equipment
8 Identification of suitable lifting equipment
9 Identification of suitable installation, fixing and fitting methods
10 Identification of points in the installation programme where co-ordination with other trades and personnel may be necessary
11 Explain how to check for any pre-existing damage to customer/client property, such as:
12 Building wall/floor fabric
13 Equipment and components
14 Building décor and floor finishes and state why it is important to do this prior to commencement of any work activity
15 State the actions that should be taken if pre-existing damage to customer/client property is identified
16 Specify methods for protecting the fabric and structure of the property before and during installation work
31 Understand the practices, procedures and regulatory requirements for completing the safe isolation of electrical circuits and complete electrical installations
1 Specify and undertake the correct procedure for completing safe isolation with regard to:
2 Carrying out safe working practices
3 Correct identification of circuit(s) to be isolated
4 Identifying suitable points of isolation
5 Selecting correct test and proving instruments in accordance with relevant industry guidance and standards
6 Correct testing methods
7 Selecting locking devices for securing isolation
8 Correct warning notices
9 Correct sequence for the safe-isolation of an electrical circuit and complete electrical installation
10 State the implications of carrying out safe isolations to:
11 Other personnel
12 Customers/clients
13 Public
14 Building systems (loss of supply)
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15 State the implications of not carrying out safe isolation to:
16 Self
17 Other personnel
18 Customers/clients
19 Public
20 Building systems (Presence of supply)
32 Understand the types, applications and limitations of wiring systems and associated equipment
1 State the constructional features, applications, advantages and limitations of the following types of cable:
2 Thermosetting insulated cables including flexes
3 Single and multicore thermoplastic (PVC) and thermosetting insulated cables
4 PVC/PVC flat profile cable
5 MICC (with and without PVC sheath)
6 SWA cables (PILC, XLPE, PVC)
7 Armoured/braided flexible cables and cords
8 Data cables
9 Fibre optic cable
10 Fire resistant cable
11 State the constructional features, applications, advantages and limitations of the following types of cable and conductor containment systems:
12 Conduit (PVC and Metallic)
13 Trunking (PVC and Metallic)
14 Cable Tray
15 Cable Basket
16 Ladder systems
17 Ducting
18 Modular wiring systems
19 Busbar systems and Powertrack
20 Describe how the following environmental factors can affect the selection of wiring systems, associated equipment and enclosures, including:
21 Ambient temperature
22 Effect of moisture on insulation
23 Corrosive substances
24 UV rays
25 Damage by animals
26 Mechanical stress and vibration damage
27 Aesthetic considerations
28 Exposure to the elements
29 State the types of wiring systems and associated equipment used for:
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30 Lighting systems
31 Power systems (final circuits)
32 Distribution systems (sub mains)
33 Environmental control/building management systems
34 Emergency management systems
35 Security systems – Fire Alarm/Prevention; Unlawful Entry; Emergency Lighting
36 Closed Circuit TV, communication and data transmission systems
33 Understand the procedures for selecting and using, tools, equipment and fixings for the installation of wiring systems, associated equipment and enclosures
1 State the procedures for selecting and safely using appropriate hand tools, power tools and adhesives for electrical installation work
2 State the procedures for selecting and safely using equipment for measuring and marking out for wiring systems, equipment and enclosures
3 State the criteria for selecting and safely using tools and equipment for fixing and installing wiring systems, associated equipment and enclosures
4 State the criteria for selecting and safely using fixing devices for wiring systems, associated equipment and enclosures, giving consideration to:
5 Load bearing capacity
6 Fabric of structure
7 Environmental considerations
8 Aesthetic considerations
34 Understand the practices and procedures for installing wiring systems, associated equipment and enclosures
1 Specify and apply the installation methods and procedures to ensure that in accordance with the installation specification and statutory and non-statutory regulations:
2 Wiring systems, enclosures, cables and components are securely fixed and installed
3 A wiring system’s mechanical integrity is maintained
4 No damage to the wiring system or its components has occurred
5 Specify methods and techniques for restoring the building fabric
35 Know the regulatory requirements which apply to the installation of wiring systems, associated equipment and enclosures
1 Specify the main requirements of the following topics in accordance with the current version of the IEE Wiring Regulations and describe how they impact upon the installation of wiring systems, associated equipment and enclosures:
2 Selection and erection of wiring systems, associated equipment and enclosures
3 Isolation and switching
4 Protection against fire
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5 Protection against electric shock
6 Special locations
7 Segregation
8 Flammable/explosive atmospheres
36 Understand the characteristics and applications of consumer supply systems
1 Explain the characteristics and applications, of the following systems:
2 Earthing arrangements -
3 TN-S
4 TNC-S
5 TN-C
6 TT
7 IT
8 Supply systems -
9 Single phase
10 Three phase
11 Three phase and neutral
12 Specify the arrangements for electrical installations and systems with regard to provision for:
13 Isolation and switching
14 Overcurrent protection
15 Earth fault protection
37 Understand the principles of internal and external earthing arrangements for electrical installations for buildings, structures and the environment
1 Explain the key principles relating to earthing and bonding
2 Explain the key principles relating to the protection of electrical systems, including:
3 Automatic disconnection and the implications of exposed and extraneous conductive parts within a building forming a circuit to the mass of earth or Main Earthing Terminal (MET) under fault conditions
4 The basic principles of shock protection, circuit overload and short-circuit protection
5 Maximum disconnection times for different types of circuit
6 Discrimination between protective devices
7 Fault current capacities of devices
8 Explain the operating principles, applications and limitations of protective devices, including:
9 RCDs/RCBOs
10 Fuses (BS3036, re-wireable, BS1361/2 cartridges, BS88 HBC)
11 CBs (thermal, magnetic and combined tripping)
12 Specify what is meant by the following terms relating earthing and the function of earth protection:
13 Earth fault loop impedance
14 Protective multiple earthing (PME)
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38 Understand the principles for selecting cables and circuit protection devices
1 Explain how external influences can affect the choice of wiring systems and enclosures
2 State the current ratings for different circuit protection devices
3 Specify and apply the procedure for selecting appropriate overcurrent protection devices
4 State what is meant by diversity factors and explain how a circuits maximum demand is established after diversity factors are applied
5 Specify and apply the procedure for selecting a suitably sized cable, including:
6 Calculating the current demand of single and three phase circuits
7 Selecting a protective device
8 Applying factors for –
9 Grouping
10 Thermal insulation
11 Ambient temperature
12 Installation condition or protective device type
13 Establishing the installation method
14 Selecting a suitably sized cable
15 Checking voltage drop is not excessive
16 Determining circuit disconnection times, as relevant, R1 + R2, Ze and Zs
17 Considering thermal constraints
18 Determine the size of conduit and trunking as appropriate to the size and number of cables to be installed
39 Understand the principles and procedures for selecting wiring systems, equipment and enclosures
1 State the criteria for correctly selecting wiring systems, equipment and enclosures as appropriate for:
2 Lighting systems
3 Power systems (final circuits)
4 Distribution systems (sub mains)
5 Environmental control/building management systems
6 Emergency management systems
7 Security systems – Fire Alarm/Prevention; Unlawful Entry; Emergency Lighting
8 Closed Circuit TV, communication and data transmission systems
40 Understand the principles, regulatory requirements and procedures for completing the safe isolation of electrical circuits and
1 State the implications of carrying out safe isolations to:
2 Other personnel
3 Customers/clients
4 Public
5 Building systems (loss of supply)
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complete electrical installations
6 State the implications of not carrying out safe isolations to:
7 Self
8 Other personnel
9 Customers/clients
10 Public
11 Building systems (Presence of supply)
12 Specify and undertake the correct procedure for completing safe isolation with regard to:
13 Carrying out safe working practices
14 Correct identification of circuit(s) to be isolated
15 Identifying suitable points of isolation
16 Selecting correct test and proving instruments in accordance with relevant industry guidance and standards
17 Correct testing methods
18 Selecting locking devices for securing isolation
19 Correct warning notices
20 Correct sequence for the safe-isolation of an electrical circuit and complete electrical installation
41 Understand the regulatory requirements and procedures for terminating and connecting conductors, cables and flexible cords in electrical wiring systems and equipment
1 Identify and interpret appropriate sources of relevant information for the termination and connection of conductors, cables and flexible cords in electrical wiring systems and equipment including:
2 Statutory documents
3 Codes of Practice
4 British Standards
5 IEE Wiring Regulations
6 Manufacturer’s instructions
7 Installation specifications
8 Specify organisational procedures for reporting variations to the installation specification
9 Describe methods and procedures appropriate to the installation environment to ensure the safe and effective termination and connection of conductors, cables and flexible cords in electrical wiring systems and equipment, including:
10 Thermosetting insulated cables including flexes
11 Single and multicore thermoplastic (PVC) and thermosetting insulated cables
12 PVC/PVC flat profile cable
13 MICC (with and without PVC sheath)
14 SWA cables (PILC, XLPE, PVC)
15 Armoured/braided flexible cables and cords
16 Data cables
17 Fibre optic cable
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18 Fire resistant cable
42 Understand the procedures and applications of different methods of terminating and connecting conductors, cables, and flexible cords in electrical wiring systems and equipment
1 Explain the advantages, limitations and applications of the following connection methods:
2 Screw
3 Crimped
4 Soldered
5 Non screw compression
6 Describe the procedures for proving that terminations and connections are electrically and mechanically sound
7 Explain the consequences of terminations not being electrically and mechanically sound in terms of:
8 High resistance joints
9 Corrosion and erosion
10 Specify the Health and Safety requirements appropriate to terminating and connecting conductors, cables and flexible cords in electrical wiring systems and equipment, including:
11 Selection and use of tools
12 PPE
13 Risk assessment
14 Reporting of unsafe situations
15 Adherence to relevant statutory and non-statutory regulations
16 Interpret and apply the techniques and methods for the safe and effective termination and connection of:
17 Thermosetting insulated cables including flexes
18 Single and multicore thermoplastic (PVC) and thermosetting insulated cables
19 PVC/PVC flat profile cable
20 MICC (with and without PVC sheath)
21 SWA cables (PILC, XLPE, PVC)
22 Armoured/braided flexible cables and cords
23 Data cables
24 Fibre optic cable
43 Apply relevant Health and Safety legislation in the workplace
1 Identify which workplace health and safety procedures are relevant to the working environment and comply with their duties and obligations as defined by current legislation and organisational procedures
44 Understand the principles, regulatory requirements and procedures for completing the safe isolation of an electrical circuit and complete electrical installations in preparation
1 State the requirements of the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 for the safe inspection of electrical systems and equipment, in terms of those carrying out the work and those using the building during the inspection
2 Specify and undertake the correct procedure for completing safe isolation with regard to:
3 Carrying out safe working practices
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for inspection, testing and commissioning
4 Correct identification of circuit(s) to be isolated
5 Identifying suitable points of isolation
6 Selecting correct test and proving instruments in accordance with relevant industry guidance and standards
7 Correct testing methods
8 Selecting locking devices for securing isolation
9 Correct warning notices
10 Correct sequence for isolating circuits
11 State the implications of carrying out safe isolations to:
12 Other personnel
13 Customers/clients
14 Public
15 Building systems (loss of supply)
16 State the implications of not carrying out safe isolations to:
17 Self
18 Other personnel
19 Customers/clients
20 Public
21 Building systems (Presence of supply)
22 Identify all Health and Safety requirements which apply when inspecting, testing and commissioning electrical installations and circuits including those which cover:
23 Working in accordance with risk assessments / permits to work / method statements
24 Safe use of tools and equipment
25 Safe and correct use of measuring instruments
26 Provision and use of PPE
27 Reporting of unsafe situations
45 Understand the principles and regulatory requirements for inspecting, testing and commissioning electrical systems, equipment and components
1 State the purpose of and requirements for initial verification and periodic inspection of electrical installations
2 Identify and interpret the requirements of the relevant documents associated with the inspection, testing and commissioning of an electrical installation, including;
3 Electricity at Work Regulations 1989
4 IEE Wiring Regulations
5 IEE Guidance Note 3
6 Specify the information that is required to correctly conduct the initial verification of an electrical installation in accordance with the IEE Wiring Regulations and IEE Guidance Note 3
46 Understand the regulatory requirements and procedures for completing
1 Identify the items to be checked during the inspection process for given electrotechnical systems and equipment, and their locations as detailed the IEE Wiring Regulations
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the inspection of electrical installations
2 State how human senses (sight, touch etc.) can be used during the inspection process
3 State the items of an electrical installation that should be inspected in accordance with IEE Guidance Note 3
4 Specify the requirements for the inspection of the following:
5 Earthing conductors
6 Circuit protective conductors
7 Protective bonding conductors
8 main bonding conductors
9 supplementary bonding conductors
10 Isolation
11 Type and rating of overcurrent protective devices
47 Understand the regulatory requirements and procedures for the safe testing and commissioning of electrical installations
1 State the tests to be carried out on an electrical installation in accordance with the IEE Wiring Regulations and IEE Guidance Note 3
2 Identify the correct instrument for the test to be carried out in terms of:
3 The instrument is fit for purpose
4 Identifying the right scale/settings of the instrument appropriate to the test to be carried out
5 Specify the requirements for the safe and correct use of instruments to be used for testing and commissioning, including:
6 Checks required to prove that test instruments and leads are safe and functioning correctly
7 The need for instruments to be regularly checked and calibrated and that this be done in accordance with the requirements of the IEE Wiring Regulations and other relevant guidance documents (HSE guidance document GS38)
8 Explain why it is necessary for test results to comply with standard values and state the actions to take in the event of unsatisfactory results being obtained
9 Explain why testing is carried out in the exact order as specified in the IEE Wiring Regulations and IEE Guidance Note 3
10 State the reasons why it is necessary to verify the continuity of circuit protective conductors, earthing conductors, bonding conductors and ring final circuit conductors
11 Specify and apply the methods for verifying the continuity of circuit protective conductors and ring final circuit conductors and interpreting the obtained results
12 State the effects that:
13 Cables connected in parallel
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14 Variations in cable length can have on insulation resistance values
15 Interpret and apply the procedures for completing insulation resistance testing, including:
16 Precautions to be taken before conducting insulation resistance tests
17 Methods of testing insulation resistance
18 The required test voltages and minimum insulation resistance values for circuits operating at various voltages
19 Explain why it is necessary to verify polarity
20 Interpret and apply the procedures for testing to identify correct polarity
21 Specify and apply the methods for measuring earth electrode resistance and correctly interpreting the results
22 Identify the earth fault loop paths for the following systems:
23 TN-S
24 TN-C-S
25 TT
26 State the methods for verifying protection by automatic disconnection of the supply, including:
27 The measurement of the earth fault loop impedance (Zs) and external impedance (Ze)
28 Establishing Ze from enquiry
29 Calculate the value of Zs from given information
30 Comparing Zs and the maximum tabulated figures as specified in the IEE Wiring Regulations
31 Specify the methods for determining prospective fault current
32 Specify the methods for testing the correct operation of residual current devices (RCDs)
33 State the methods used to check for the correct phase sequence
34 Explain why having the correct phase sequence is important
35 State the need for functional testing and identify items which need to be checked
36 Specify the methods used for verification of voltage drop
37 State the cause of volt-drop in an electrical installation
38 State the appropriate procedures for dealing with customers and clients during the commissioning and certification process, including:
39 Ensuring the safety of customers and clients during the completion of work activities
40 Keeping customers and clients informed during the process
41 Labelling electrical circuits, systems and equipment that is yet to be commissioned
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42 Providing customers and clients with all appropriate documentation upon work completion
48 Understand the procedures and requirements for the completion of electrical installation certificates and related documentation
1 Explain the purpose of and relationship between;
2 An Electrical Installation Certificate
3 A Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificate
4 Schedule of Inspections
5 Schedule of Test results
6 State the information that must be contained within;
7 An Electrical Installation Certificate
8 A Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificate
9 Schedule of Inspections
10 Schedule of Test results
11 Describe the certification process for a completed installation and identify the responsibilities of different relevant personnel in relation to the completion of the certification process
12 Explain the procedures and requirements, in accordance with the IEE Wiring Regulations, IEE Guidance Note 3 and where appropriate customer/client requirements for the recording and retention of completed;
13 Electrical Installation Certificates
14 Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificates
15 Schedules of Inspections
16 Schedules of Test Results
49 Understand the principles, regulatory requirements and procedures for completing the safe isolation of electrical circuits and complete electrical installations
1 Specify and undertake the correct procedure for completing the safe isolation of an electrical circuit with regard to:
2 Assessment of safe working practices
3 Correct identification of circuits to be isolated
4 The selection of suitable points of isolation
5 The selection of correct test and proving instruments in accordance with relevant industry guidance and standards
6 The use of correct testing methods
7 The selection of locking devices for securing isolation
8 The use of correct warning notices
9 The correct sequence for isolating circuits
10 State the implications of carrying out safe isolations to:
11 Other personnel
12 Customers/clients
13 Public
14 Building systems (loss of supply)
15 State the implications of not carrying out safe isolations to:
16 Self
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17 Other personnel
18 Customers/clients
19 Public
20 Building systems (Presence of supply)
21 Identify all Health and Safety requirements which apply when diagnosing and correcting electrical faults in electrotechnical systems and equipment including those which cover:
22 Working in accordance with risk assessments / permits to work/method statements
23 Safe use of tools and equipment
24 Safe and correct use of measuring instruments
25 Provision and use of PPE
26 Reporting of unsafe situations
50 Understand how to complete the reporting and recording of electrical fault diagnosis and correction work
1 State the procedures for reporting and recording information on electrical fault diagnosis and correction work
2 State the procedures for informing relevant persons about information on electrical fault diagnosis and correction work and the completion of relevant documentation
3 Explain why it is important to provide relevant persons with information on fault diagnosis and correction work clearly, courteously and accurately
51 Understand how to complete the preparatory work prior to fault diagnosis and correction work
1 Specify safe working procedures that should be adopted for completion of fault diagnosis and correction work, including:
2 Effective communication with others in the work area
3 Use of barriers
4 Positioning of notices
5 Safe isolation
6 Interpret and apply the logical stages of fault diagnosis and correction work that should be followed:
7 Identification of symptoms
8 Collection and analysis of data
9 Use of sources/types of information such as the IEE Wiring Regulations, Installation Certificates, Installation Specifications, drawings/diagrams, manufacturer’s information and operating instructions
10 Maintenance records
11 Experience (personal and of others)
12 Checking and testing (e.g. supply, protective devices)
13 Interpreting results/information
14 Fault correction
15 Functional testing
16 Restoration
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17 Identify and describe common symptoms of electrical faults, including:
18 Loss of supply
19 Low voltage
20 Operation of overload or fault current devices
21 Component/equipment malfunction/failure
22 Arcing
23 State the causes of the following types of fault;
24 High resistance
25 Transient voltages
26 Insulation failure
27 Excess current
28 Short-circuit
29 Open Circuit
30 Specify the types of faults and their likely locations in:
31 Wiring Systems
32 Terminations and connections
33 Equipment/accessories (switches, luminaires, switchgear and control equipment)
34 Instrumentation/metering
35 State the special precautions that should be taken with regard to the following:
36 Lone working
37 Hazardous areas
38 Fibre-optic cabling
39 Electro-static discharge (friction, induction, separation)
40 Electronic devices (damage by over voltage)
41 IT equipment (e.g. shutdown, damage)
42 High frequency or capacitive circuits
43 Presence of batteries (e.g. lead acid cells, connecting cells)
52 Understand the procedures and techniques for diagnosing electrical faults
1 State the dangers of electricity in relation to the nature of fault diagnosis work
2 Describe how to identify supply voltages
3 Select the correct test instruments (in accordance with HSE guidance document GS 38) for fault diagnosis work, including:
4 Voltage indicator
5 Low resistance ohm meter
6 Insulation resistance testers
7 EFLI and PFC tester
8 RCD tester
9 Tong tester/clamp on ammeter
10 Phase sequence tester
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11 Describe how to confirm test instruments are fit for purpose, functioning correctly and are correctly calibrated
12 State the appropriate documentation that is required for fault diagnosis work and explain how and when it should be completed
13 Explain why carrying out fault diagnosis work can have implications for customers and clients
14 Specify and undertake the procedures for carrying out the following tests and their relationship to fault diagnosis:
15 Continuity
16 Insulation resistance
17 Polarity
18 Earth fault loop impedance
19 RCD operation
20 Current and voltage measurement
21 Phase sequence
22 Identify whether test results are acceptable and state the actions to take where unsatisfactory results are obtained
53 Understand the procedures and techniques for correcting electrical faults
1 Identify and explain factors which can affect fault correction, repair or replacement, including:
2 Cost
3 Availability of replacement parts, resources and staff
4 Down time (planning)
5 Legal and personal responsibility (e.g. contracts, warranties, relevant personnel)
6 Access to systems and equipment
7 Provision of emergency or stand by supplies
8 Client demand (continuous supply, out of hours working)
9 Specify the procedures for functional testing and identify tests that can verify fault correction, including:
10 Continuity
11 Insulation resistance
12 Polarity
13 Earth fault loop impedance
14 RCD operation
15 Values of current and voltage
16 Phase sequencing
17 State the appropriate documentation that is required for fault correction work and explain how and when it should be completed
18 Explain how and why relevant people need to be kept informed during completion of fault correction work including;
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19 Other workers/colleagues
20 Customers/clients
21 Representatives of other services
22 Specify the methods for restoring the condition of building fabric including:
23 Brickwork
24 Plastering
25 Decorative finishing’s
26 Supporting structures
27 State the methods to ensure the safe disposal of any waste and that the work area is left in a safe and clean condition
54 Understand mathematical principles which are appropriate to electrical installation, maintenance and design work
1 Identify and apply appropriate mathematical principles which are relevant to electrotechnical work tasks including:
2 Fractions and percentages
3 Algebra
4 Indices
5 Powers of 10
6 Transposition
7 Triangles and trigonometry
8 Statistics
55 Understand standard units of measurement used in electrical installation, maintenance and design work
1 Identify and use internationally recognised (SI) units of measurement for general variables including:
2 Length
3 Area
4 Volume
5 Mass
6 Density
7 Time
8 Temperature
9 Velocity
10 Identify and determine values of basic SI units which apply specifically to electrical variables, including:
11 Resistance
12 Resistivity
13 Power
14 Frequency
15 Current
16 Voltage
17 Energy
18 Impedance
19 Inductance and Inductive reactance
20 Capacitance and Capacitive reactance
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21 Power Factor
22 Actual Power
23 Reactive Power
24 Apparent Power
25 Identify appropriate electrical instruments for the measurement and calculation of different electrical values including:
26 Resistance
27 Power
28 Frequency
29 Current
30 Voltage
31 Energy
32 Impedance
56 Understand basic mechanics and the relationship between force, work, energy and power
1 Specify what is meant by the following:
2 Mass
3 Weight
4 Explain the principles of basic mechanics as they apply to:
5 Levers
6 Gears
7 Pulleys
8 Describe the main principles of the following and their inter-relationships:
9 Force
10 Work
11 Energy (kinetic and potential)
12 Power
13 Efficiency
14 Calculate values of electrical:
15 Energy
16 Power
17 Efficiency
57 Understand the relationship between resistance, resistivity, voltage, current and power
1 Describe the basic principles of electron theory
2 Identify and differentiate between materials which are good:
3 Conductors
4 Insulators
5 State the types and properties of different electrical cables
6 Describe what is meant by resistance and resistivity in relation to electrical circuits
7 Explain the relationship between current, voltage and resistance in parallel and series d.c. circuits
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8 Calculate the values of current, voltage and resistance in parallel and series d.c. circuits
9 Calculate values of power in parallel and series d.c. circuits
10 State what is meant by the term voltage drop in relation to electrical circuits
11 Describe the chemical and thermal effects of electrical currents
58 Understand the fundamental principles which underpin the relationship between magnetism and electricity
1 Describe the magnetic effects of electrical currents in terms of:
2 Production of a magnetic field
3 Force on a current-carrying conductor in a magnetic –field
4 Electromagnetism
5 Electromotive force
6 Describe the basic principles of generating an a.c. supply in terms of:
7 A single-loop generator
8 Sine-wave
9 Frequency
10 E.M.F
11 Magnetic flux
12 Explain how the following characteristics of a sine-wave effect the values of a.c. voltage and current:
13 Root Mean Square (RMS) values
14 Average value
59 Understand electrical supply and distribution systems
1 Describe how electricity is generated and transmitted for domestic and industrial/commercial consumption
2 Specify the features and characteristics of a generation and transmission system including:
3 Power Stations – fossil fuel; hydro; oil; nuclear
4 Super-Grid and Standard Grid system
5 Transformers
6 Transmission voltages
7 Sub-stations
8 Above and below ground distribution
9 Explain how electricity is generated from other sources including:
10 Batteries and cells
11 Solar power (thermal and photovoltaic)
12 Wind energy
13 Wave energy
14 Micro hydro
15 Ground source heat pumps
16 Combined heat and power (CHP) including micro CHP
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17 Describe the main characteristics of:
18 Single phase electrical supplies
19 Three phase electrical supplies
20 Three phase and neutral supplies
21 Earth-fault loop path
22 Star and delta connections
23 Describe the operating principles, applications and limitations of transformers, including:
24 Relationship between current and voltage
25 Primary and secondary windings
26 Transformer types
27 Step up and step down transformers
28 State the different types of transformer that are used in electrical supply and distribution networks
29 Determine by calculation and measurement:
30 Primary and secondary voltages
31 Primary and secondary current
32 kVA rating of a transformer
60 Understand how different electrical properties can effect electrical circuits, systems and equipment
1 Explain the relationship between resistance, inductance, capacitance and impedance
2 Calculate unknown values of resistance, inductance, inductive reactance, capacitance, capacitive reactance and impedance
3 Explain the relationship between kW, kVAr, kVA and Power Factor
4 Calculate power factor
5 Explain what is meant by:
6 Power Factor correction
7 Load balancing (neutral current)
8 Specify methods of power factor correction
9 Determine the Neutral Current in a three-phase and neutral supply
10 Calculate values of voltage and current in star and delta connected systems
61 Understand the operating principles and applications of DC machines and AC motors
1 State the basic types, applications and describe the operating principles of d.c. machines:
2 Series
3 Shunt
4 Compound
5 Describe the operating principles of:
6 Single phase a.c. motors (capacitor start, induction start, universal)
7 Three phase a.c. motors (squirrel cage; wound-rotor)
8 Inverter motor/variable frequency drive
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9 Synchronous motors
10 State the basic types, applications and limitations of:
11 Single phase a.c. motors (capacitor start, induction start, universal)
12 Three phase a.c. motors (squirrel cage; wound-rotor)
13 Inverter motor/variable frequency drive
14 Synchronous motors
15 Describe the operating principles, limitations and applications of motor control, including:
16 Direct-on-Line
17 Star-Delta
18 Rotor-resistance
19 Soft-start
20 Variable frequency
62 Understand the operating principles of different electrical components
1 Specify the main types and operating principles of the following electrical components:
2 Contactors
3 Relays
4 Solenoids
5 Over-current protection devices
6 Fuses (HRC, cartridge and re-wireable)
7 Circuit-breakers
8 RCDs
9 RCBOs
10 Describe how the following components are applied in electrical systems/equipment and state their limitations:
11 Contactors
12 Relays
13 Solenoids
14 Over-current protection devices
15 Fuses (HRC, cartridge and re-wireable)
16 Circuit-breakers
17 RCDs
18 RCBOs
63 Understand the principles and applications of electrical lighting systems
1 Explain the basic principles of illumination and state the applications of:
2 Inverse square law
3 Cosine law
4 Lumen method
5 Explain the operating principles, types, limitations and applications of luminaires including:
6 General Lighting Service (GLS)
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7 Tungsten
8 Halogen
9 Mercury vapour
10 Low pressure
11 High pressure
12 Metal Halide
13 Sodium vapour
14 Low pressure
15 High pressure
16 Energy saving (such as compact fluorescent lamps)
17 LED
64 Understand the principles and applications of electrical heating
1 Explain the basic principles of:
2 Electrical space heating
3 Electrical water heating
4 Explain the operating principles, types , limitations and applications of electrical space and water heating appliances and components:
5 Immersion heaters
6 Storage heaters
7 Convector heaters
8 Underfloor heating
9 Controls, timers and programmers for heating systems
65 Understand the types, applications and limitations of electronic components in electrotechnical systems and equipment
1 Describe the function and application of electronic components that are used in electrotechnical systems including:
2 Security alarms
3 Telephones
4 Dimmer switches
5 Heating/boiler controls
6 Motor control
7 State the basic operating principles and applications of the following electronic components:
8 Capacitors
9 Resistors
10 Rectifiers
11 Diodes
12 Thermistors
13 Diacs
14 Triacs
15 Transistors
16 Thyristors
17 Invertors
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66 Apply relevant Health and Safety legislation in the workplace
1 Identify which workplace health and safety procedures are relevant to the working environment and comply with their duties and obligations as defined by current legislation and organisational procedures
2 Produce a risk assessment and method statement in accordance with organisational procedures and the limits of their responsibility
3 Work within the requirements of:
4 Risk assessments
5 Method statements
6 Safe systems of work
67 Assess the work environment for hazards and identify remedial actions in accordance with Health and Safety legislation
1 Identify unsafe situations and conditions and take remedial actions
2 Assess the work environment and revise work practices accordingly to take into account hazards which could cause harm, including the handling of potentially hazardous:
3 Materials
4 Tools
5 Equipment
6 Identify any hazards which may present a high risk and report their presence to relevant persons who have overall responsibility for health and safety in the workplace
7 Apply measures to control health and safety hazards in accordance with the limits of their capabilities and job responsibility
8 Select and use correct Personal Protective Equipment and protection measures to ensure the health and safety of themselves and others in the work environment
68 Apply methods and procedures to ensure work on site is in accordance with Health and Safety legislation
1 Demonstrate personal conduct and behaviour around the workplace, to ensure that the health and safety of themselves and others is not endangered
2 Apply procedures to ensure the safe use, maintenance and storage of tools, plant and equipment as stipulated in
3 Workplace policies (company and site)
4 Supplier information
5 Manufacturer’s instructions
6 Comply with hazard warning, mandatory instruction and prohibition notices
7 Apply procedures to ensure the safety of the work location through the correct use of guards and notices
8 Use access equipment correctly
69 Apply procedures to deal with and report health and
1 Demonstrate the correct procedures to follow in the event of injury to themselves or others, including:
2 Application of basic first aid procedures
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safety in accordance with Health and Safety legislation
3 Notification of emergency services
4 Reporting of incidents
5 Produce a risk assessment and method statement in accordance with organisational procedures and the limits of their responsibility
6 Work within the requirements of:
7 Risk assessments
8 Method statements
9 Safe systems of work
70 Assess the work environment for hazards and identify remedial actions in accordance with Health and Safety legislation
1 Identify unsafe situations and conditions and take remedial actions
2 Assess the work environment and revise work practices accordingly to take into account hazards which could cause harm, including the handling of potentially hazardous:
3 Materials
4 Tools
5 Equipment
6 Identify any hazards which may present a high risk and report their presence to relevant persons who have overall responsibility for health and safety in the workplace
7 Apply measures to control health and safety hazards in accordance with the limits of their capabilities and job responsibility
8 Select and use correct Personal Protective Equipment and protection measures to ensure the health and safety of themselves and others in the work environment
71 Apply methods and procedures to ensure work on site is in accordance with Health and Safety legislation
1 Demonstrate personal conduct and behaviour around the workplace, to ensure that the health and safety of themselves and others is not endangered
2 Apply procedures to ensure the safe use, maintenance and storage of tools, plant and equipment as stipulated in
3 Workplace policies (company and site)
4 Supplier information
5 Manufacturer’s instructions
6 Comply with hazard warning, mandatory instruction and prohibition notices
7 Apply procedures to ensure the safety of the work location through the correct use of guards and notices
8 Use access equipment correctly
72 Apply procedures to deal with and report health and safety in accordance with Health and Safety legislation
1 Demonstrate the correct procedures to follow in the event of injury to themselves or others, including:
2 Application of basic first aid procedures
3 Notification of emergency services
4 Reporting of incidents
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73 Apply environmental legislation, working practices and principles for electrotechnical services
1 Demonstrate workplace procedures for the safe handling, storage and disposal of hazardous materials and products, in accordance with any of the following:
2 Environmental Protection Act
3 The Hazardous Waste Regulations
4 Pollution Prevention and Control Act
5 Control of Pollution Act
6 The Control of Noise at Work Regulations
7 Packaging (Essential Requirements) Regulations
8 Environment Act
9 The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations
10 Demonstrate work practices and procedures which are in accordance with the requirements for electrical systems and equipment as specified in the relevant sections of the Building Regulations and the Guide for Sustainable Homes
11 Demonstrate appropriate organisational procedures for reporting environmental hazards
74 Apply work methods and procedures to reduce material wastage and the impact of work activities on the work environment
1 Demonstrate prefabrication and installation methods which can help to reduce material wastage
2 Identify and use environmentally friendly materials, products and procedures for the installation and maintenance of electrotechnical systems and equipment
75 Supply information on environmental technology systems in the work location
1 Provide information on the operational requirements and benefits of the following environmental technology systems:
2 Solar photovoltaic
3 Wind energy
4 Micro hydro
5 Heat pumps
6 Combined heat and power (CHP) including micro CHP
7 Grey water recycling
8 Rainwater harvesting
9 Biomass heating
10 Solar thermal hot water heating
76 Provide relevant people with technical and functional information for work on electrical systems and equipment
1 Identify the relevant people (such as customers/ clients) that need to be supplied with technical and functional information
2 Identify any additional information that may also be required such as:
3 Health and safety information
4 Isolation procedures for products/equipment in case of emergencies
5 Appropriate person’s address or contact details for further advice or help
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6 Liaise with relevant people to determine the information they require to ensure that systems, equipment or components can be operated safely and effectively
7 Identify appropriate technical and functional information that is required for the work activity
8 Provide information in a timely, courteous and professional manner in accordance with organisational procedures
77 Oversee Health and Safety during work on electrical systems and equipment
1 Produce risk assessments and method statements, to cover their own work and others working the area (colleagues and other operatives) in accordance with their level of responsibility
2 Follow procedures to confirm that work is being completed in accordance with Health and Safety legislation and industry standards
78 Co-ordinate liaison with other relevant persons during work activities
1 Comply with approved procedures to ensure effective co-ordination with other workers/contractors, including steps to resolve issues which are outside the scope of their job role
2 Apply communication techniques that are clear, accurate and appropriate to the situation
79 Organise and oversee work activities and operations
1 Organise operatives by allocating duties and responsibilities to make the best use of their competence
2 Monitor the work of operatives to ensure it is in accordance with:
3 Industry working practices
4 Programme of work
5 Health and Safety requirements
6 Cost effectiveness
7 Apply the correct procedures when a non-compliance is identified during the completion of work activities
80 Organise a programme for working on electrical systems and equipment
1 Produce a programme of work from the work specification, including requirements for the following:
2 Estimate of the amount of time required for completion of the work
3 Liaison with other trades where necessary
4 Communicate with others clearly and concisely
5 Identify situations when it is necessary to liaise with other relevant parties to resolve issues which are outside the scope of their job role
81 Organise the resource requirements for work on electrical systems and equipment
1 Demonstrate procedures for organising provision of the following resources:
2 Materials
3 Components
4 Plant
5 Equipment
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6 Labour
7 Tools
8 Measuring and test instruments
9 Demonstrate procedures for confirming that materials available are:
10 The right type
11 Fit for purpose
12 In the correct quantity
13 Suitable for work to be completed cost efficiently
14 Apply procedures to ensure that resources are delivered on time and confirm that they are undamaged at the point of delivery
15 Demonstrate procedures which ensure the safe and effective storage of materials, tools and equipment in the work location
82 Prepare the working environment for the installation of wiring systems, enclosures and associated equipment
1 Ensure the health and safety of themselves and others within the work location
2 Identify and use suitable personal protective equipment throughout the completion of work activities
3 Complete preparatory work for the installation of electrical systems, enclosures and associated equipment, to include:
4 Interpretation of installation specifications to produce material and equipment requisites
5 Identification and selection of material, equipment and components which are compatible with the installation specification
6 Identification of suitable methods, procedures and practices
7 Confirmation of site readiness for installation work to begin
8 Confirmation of secure site storage facilities for tools, equipment, materials and components
9 Confirmation that safe isolation has been carried out (if appropriate) in accordance with regulatory requirements
10 Completion of a Risk Assessment
83 Correctly interpret appropriate information for the installation of wiring systems, enclosures and associated equipment
1 Use information and documentation that is current and relevant to the work required, including:
2 Installation specifications
3 Work schedules
4 Work programmes
5 Regulatory documents (including current version of the IEE Wiring Regulations and relevant Guidance Notes)
6 Method statements
7 Manufacturer’s instructions
8 Use documentation to confirm that materials and equipment is of the correct quantity and is free from damage, including:
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9 Materials schedules
10 Plant and equipment schedules
11 Operating instructions
12 Tools and instruments
84 Confirm that planned work is in accordance with the installation specification
1 Use appropriate procedures to record:
2 Contract variations
3 Site instructions
4 Site events/diary
5 Demonstrate that authorisation has been obtained from the relevant person(s) prior to commencement of the work, including:
6 Other workers
7 Customers/clients
8 Public (If appropriate)
9 Produce a record of any pre work damage or defects to existing equipment or building features, and report to the relevant person (Customer; Client; Site Manager; Line Manager)
85 Confirm the electrical supply is in accordance with the installation specification
1 Verify the compatibility of the electrical supply to the requirements of the installation specification
2 Identify the earthing arrangement for the electrical installation
86 Measure and mark-out the fixing and fitting locations for wiring systems, wiring-enclosures and equipment in accordance with current relevant statutory and non-statutory regulations
1 Ensure that the planned locations for the wiring system(s) and its associated equipment are compatible with other site services requirements
2 Use different measuring and marking out techniques which are appropriate to the wiring system, wiring enclosure and/or associated equipment that is being installed
3 Ensure that the planned locations are visually acceptable and in accordance with the installation specification
87 Fit and fix wiring systems, wiring enclosures and associated equipment safely in accordance with the installation specification
1 Produce a planned programme of work for the fitting and fixing of wiring systems, wiring enclosures and associated equipment in accordance with:
2 A safe system of work
3 Co-ordination with other site services
4 Relevant regulations (e.g. IEE Wiring Regulations; Building Regulations)
5 Installation specification
6 Manufacturers' instructions
7 Install the following in accordance with the IEE Wiring Regulations, the installation specification and agreed planned programme of work:
8 Thermosetting insulated cables including flexes
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9 Single and multicore thermoplastic (PVC) and thermosetting insulated cables
10 PVC/PVC flat profile cable
11 MICC (with and without PVC sheath)
12 SWA cables (PILC, XLPE, PVC)
13 Armoured/braided flexible cables and cords
14 Data cables
15 Fibre optic cable
16 Fire resistant cable
17 Install the following in accordance with the IEE Wiring Regulations, the installation specification and agreed planned programme of work:
18 Conduit (PVC and Metallic)
19 Trunking (PVC and Metallic)
20 Cable Tray
21 Cable Basket
22 Ladder systems
23 Ducting
24 Modular wiring systems
25 Busbar systems and Power track
26 Determine the cable carrying capacity of conduit, trunking and ducting in accordance with the IEE Wiring Regulations and the installation specification
27 Install the following types of electrical equipment and accessories, in accordance with the IEE Wiring Regulations, the installation specification, manufacturers' instructions and the agreed planned programme of work:
28 Isolators and switches
29 Socket-outlets
30 Distribution-boards
31 Consumer units
32 Earthing fault and overcurrent protective devices
33 Luminaires
34 Control equipment
35 Data socket outlets
36 Auxiliary equipment (e.g. heating/water system components)
37 Dispose of unwanted material and equipment in accordance with site procedures and statutory requirements
88 Confirm any variations to the installation specification or planned programme of work
1 Confirm that, where variations to the installation specification and/or work programme have been identified, appropriate action has been taken after agreement of relevant persons (e.g. Customer; Client; Site Manager)
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2 Verify that that the completed system meets specified requirements in terms of ensuring that components and equipment of the correct type, fit for purpose and are installed in accordance with the IEE Wiring Regulations, the installation specification and, as appropriate, with manufacturer instructions.
89 Confirm safety of system prior to completion of any termination and connection in accordance with statutory and non-statutory regulations
1 Carry out safe isolation safe isolation of electrical circuits and complete electrical installations in accordance with regulatory requirements
2 Ensure the health and safety of themselves and others within the work location in terms of;
3 Selection and use of tools
4 PPE
5 Risk assessment
6 Reporting of unsafe situations
7 Adherence to relevant statutory and non-statutory regulations
8 Check the safety of electrical systems and equipment prior to the completion of termination and connections in terms of:
9 Presence of supply
10 Mechanical soundness
90 Terminate and connect conductors, cables and flexible cords in electrical wiring systems and equipment
1 Terminate and connect the following types of conductors, cables and flexible cords in accordance with the installation specification, manufacturer instructions and IEE Wiring Regulations:
2 Thermosetting insulated cables including flexes
3 Single and multicore thermoplastic (PVC) and thermosetting insulated cables
4 PVC/PVC flat profile cable
5 MICC (with and without PVC sheath)
6 SWA cables (PILC, XLPE, PVC)
7 Armoured/braided flexible cables and cords
8 Data cables
9 Fibre optic cable
10 Fire resistant cable
11 Connect to the following types of electrical equipment and accessories, in accordance with the installation specification, manufacturer instructions and IEE Wiring Regulations:
12 Isolators and switches
13 Socket-outlets
14 Distribution-boards
15 Consumer units
16 Luminaires
17 Electric motors and their control equipment
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18 Circuit Breakers
19 Earthing terminals
20 Control panels
21 Data socket outlets
22 Auxiliary equipment (e.g. heating system components)
23 Terminate and connect conductors, cables and cords using the following techniques:
24 Screwing
25 Crimping
26 Soldering
27 Non-screw compression
91 Confirm that terminations and connections are safe and free from defects in accordance with statutory and non-statutory regulations
1 Ensure that terminations and connections are electrically and mechanically sound
2 Complete the necessary identification of cables, conductors and flexible cords in accordance with regulatory requirements and organisational procedures
3 Dispose of unwanted material and equipment in accordance with site procedures and statutory requirements
92 Confirm safety of the system and equipment prior to completion of inspection, testing and commissioning in accordance with statutory and non-statutory regulations
1 Carry out safe isolation procedures in accordance with regulatory requirements for electrical installations
2 Ensure the health and safety of themselves and others within the work location during inspection, testing and commissioning
3 Check the safety of electrical systems prior to the commencement of inspection, testing and commissioning
93 Inspect electrotechnical systems and equipment
1 Assess whether the safe system of work is appropriate to the work activity
2 Carry out a visual inspection in accordance with the requirements of the installation specification, the IEE Wiring Regulations and IEE Guidance Note 3, that includes:
3 The installation methods of wiring systems and equipment
4 The selection of conductors, cables and cords
5 The selection of protective and isolation devices
6 Routing and identification/labelling of conductors, cables and flexible cords
7 Presence of means of earthing
8 Presence of protective conductors and bonding
9 Isolation
10 Type and rating of overcurrent protective devices
11 Complete a Schedule of Inspections in accordance with the IEE Wiring Regulations and IEE Guidance Note 3
94 Test electrotechnical systems and equipment
1 Select the test instruments and their accessories for the following tests:
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2 Continuity
3 Insulation resistance
4 Polarity
5 Earth fault loop impedance
6 Prospective fault current
7 RCD operation
8 Phase sequence
9 Functional testing
10 Carry out the following tests in accordance with the installation specification and the IEE Wiring Regulations and manufacturer’s instructions:
11 Continuity (e.g. CPC; Ring Final Circuit)
12 Insulation resistance
13 Polarity
14 Earth fault loop impedance
15 Prospective fault current
16 RCD operation
17 Phase sequence
18 Functional testing
19 Verify test results and report all findings to relevant persons, as appropriate, including:
20 Representatives of other services/colleagues
21 Customers/clients
22 Complete in accordance with the IEE Wiring Regulations and IEE Guidance Note 3;
23 Electrical Installation Certificates
24 Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificates
25 Schedules of Inspections
26 Schedules of Test results
27 Conform in accordance with the IEE Wiring Regulations and IEE Guidance Note 3, and where appropriate customer/client requirements to the procedures and requirements for the recording and retention of completed;
28 Electrical Installation Certificates
29 Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificates
30 Schedules of Inspections
31 Schedules of Test results
95 Commission electrotechnical systems and equipment
1 Clarify the commissioning procedures with relevant persons on site, including:
2 Representatives of other services/colleagues
3 Customers/clients
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4 Carry out the commissioning of circuits, equipment and components to confirm functionality, fit for purpose and safety in accordance with:
5 The installation specification
6 IEE Wiring Regulations
7 Manufacturer’s instructions
8 Maintenance schedules
9 Health and Safety requirements
10 Demonstrate to the customer/client that the operation of the circuits, equipment and components are in accordance with the installation specification and customer/client requirements.
11 Complete the handover of electrotechnical systems and equipment to relevant persons including the provision of accurate and complete documentation regarding the completed inspection, testing, commissioning and customer satisfaction
96 Confirm safety of the system and equipment prior to diagnosing and correcting electrical faults in accordance with statutory and non-statutory regulations
1 Carry out safe isolation procedures in accordance with regulatory requirements for electrical installations
2 Ensure the health and safety of themselves and others within the work location during inspection, testing and commissioning
3 Select and use appropriate warning notices and barriers
4 Check the safety of electrical systems prior to the commencement of diagnosing and correcting electrical faults
97 Carry out procedures to identify faults on electrical systems and equipment
1 Use effective methods of communication to ascertain clear and detailed information about reported faults and any components which require replacing
2 Identify and use appropriate system specification documents which relate to the electrotechnical systems and equipment being worked upon
3 Report information about potential disruption that may be a consequence of fault diagnosis and correction work to relevant people, such as:
4 Other workers/colleagues
5 Customers/clients
6 Assess the safe working practices which apply in the working environment to confirm that it is safe for fault identification work to take place
7 Perform suitable diagnostic tests on the installed electrotechnical systems to successfully identify faults including:
8 Loss of supply
9 Overload
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10 Short-circuit and earth fault
11 Transient voltage
12 Loss of phase/line
13 Incorrect phase rotation
14 High resistance joints
15 Component, accessory or equipment faults
16 Use appropriate methods for locating faults on electrical systems and equipment, including:
17 Procedures and sequences – logical approach
18 Safe working practices
19 Interpretation of data
20 Use appropriate tools and instruments correctly to complete fault diagnosis work, including:
21 Voltage indicator
22 Low resistance ohm meter
23 Insulation resistance testers
24 EFLI and PFC tester
25 RCD tester
26 Tong tester/clamp on ammeter
27 Phase sequence tester
28 Confirm test instruments are fit for purpose, functioning correctly and are correctly calibrated
98 Correct faults on electrical systems and equipment
1 Confirm appropriate repairs, removals and replacements and their implications with relevant people including:
2 Other workers/colleagues
3 Customers/clients
4 Perform fault correction procedures correctly and safely using appropriate tools, equipment and material
5 Perform the removal and replacement of components and associated equipment from electrotechnical systems to ensure:
6 Ease of access tenable future maintenance
7 Accordance with -
8 Relevant regulations
9 Manufacturer’s instructions
10 Organisational procedures
11 Apply appropriate procedures to ensure electrotechnical systems, equipment and components are left safe, in accordance with industry regulations, if the fault cannot be corrected immediately
12 Perform appropriate inspection and testing procedures to confirm that systems, equipment and components are functioning correctly after completion of fault correction work
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13 Record test results and other appropriate information regarding the fault correction work clearly and accurately and report to relevant people, such as:
14 Other workers/colleagues
15 Customers/clients
16 Representatives of other services
Soft Skills
No. Objective No. Criteria
10 Describe what is meant by the term environment
11 Describe the ways in which the environment may be affected by work activities:
12 Land contamination
13 Air pollution
14 Pollution of water courses
15 Identify and interpret the requirements for electrical installations as outlined in relevant sections of the Building Regulations and the Code for Sustainable Homes
16 State materials and products that are classed as:
17 Hazardous to the environment
18 Recyclable
19 Describe the organisational procedures for processing materials that are classed as:
20 Hazardous to the environment
21 Recyclable
24 Understand the procedures for supplying technical and functional information to relevant people
1 State the limits of their responsibility for supplying technical and functional information to:
2 Clients
3 Customers
4 Major contractors
5 Other services
6 Site managers
7 Specify organisational policies/procedures for the handover and demonstration of electrotechnical systems, products and equipment, including requirements for confirming and recording handover
8 State the appropriateness of different customer relations methods and procedures
9 Identify methods of providing technical and functional information appropriate to the needs of:
10 Clients
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11 Customers
12 Major contractors
13 Other services
14 Site managers
15 Explain the importance of ensuring that:
16 Information provided is accurate and complete
17 Information is provided clearly, courteously and professionally
18 Copies of information provided are retained
19 The installation, on completion , functions in accordance with the specification, is safe and complies with industry standards
20 Describe methods for checking that relevant persons have an adequate understanding of the technical and non-technical information provided, including appropriate Health and Safety information
12 Specify their role in terms of:
13 Responsibility for other staff
14 Liaison with their employer
15 Communication with -
16 Customers
17 Clients
18 Site managers
19 Major Contractors (where appropriate)
20 Sub-contractors (where appropriate)
21 Other services
22 The public
23 Identify appropriate methods for communicating with and responding to others, including:
24 Customers
25 Clients
26 Site managers
27 Major Contractors (where appropriate)
28 Sub-contractors (where appropriate)
29 Other services
30 The public
31 Specify procedures for re-scheduling work to co-ordinate with changing conditions in the workplace and to coincide with other trades
32 Clarify organisational procedures for completing the documentation that is required during work operations
27 Understand the requirements for organising
1 Describe how to plan:
2 Work allocations
3 Duties of operative for whom they are responsible
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and overseeing work programmes
4 Coordination with other services and personnel
5 Specify procedures for carrying out work activities that will:
6 Maintain the safety of the work environment
7 Maintain cost effectiveness
8 Ensure compliance with the programmes of work
9 Identify the industry standards that are relevant to activities carried out during the installation of electrotechnical sytems and equipment, including the current editions of:
10 Management of Health and Safety Regulations
11 Health & Safety at Work Act
12 Electricity at Work Regulations
13 Construction Design and Management
14 BS 7671 Requirements for Electrical Installations
15 BS EN Graphical Symbols
16 Employment Rights Act
17 Data Protection Act
18 Disability Discrimination Act
19 Race Relations Act
20 Sex Discrimination Act
21 Human Rights Ac
22 Identify within the scope of the work programme and operations their responsibilities.
23 Identify how to determine the estimated time required for the completion of the work required taking into account influential factors such as;
24 The deployment and availability of suitable personnel
25 The delivery and availability of equipment, components and material
26 Weather conditions
27 Work to be completed by other services
28 Specification variations
29 State the possible consequences of not:
30 Completing work within the estimated time
31 Meeting the requirements of the programme of work
32 Using the specified materials
33 Installing materials and equipment as specified
34 Specify methods of producing and illustrating work programmes such as;
35 Bar charts
36 Spread sheets
37 Critical Path Analysis
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Other
No. Objective No. Criteria
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