UETDRMP018 – Perform Rescue from a Live Low Voltage Panel
Act fast. Rescue safely. Be ready when every second counts.
An electrical emergency can happen without warning. When it does, knowing exactly what to do could save a life.
The UETDRMP018 Perform Rescue from a Live Low Voltage Panel course gives you the practical skills and knowledge required to safely rescue a casualty who has come into contact with live low-voltage electrical equipment.
Through realistic, hands-on rescue scenarios, you will learn how to assess the danger, protect yourself and others, isolate the electrical supply and safely remove a casualty from the hazard area.
What You’ll Learn
This practical course will teach you how to:
- Inspect and correctly position low-voltage rescue equipment
- Identify electrical hazards and control risks to the rescuer, casualty and others
- Select and use suitable rescue personal protective equipment
- Recognise voltages and maintain safe approach distances
- Assess an electrical emergency quickly and safely
- Identify and operate the correct isolation point
- Release a casualty from electrical contact
- Safely remove the casualty from the danger area
- Assess the casualty following the rescue
- Activate workplace emergency response procedures
- Secure and control the incident area
- Communicate with emergency services and workplace personnel
- Complete required incident reports and documentation
The course focuses on workplace procedures for rescuing a casualty from live low-voltage apparatus. It does not cover rescues involving overhead powerlines or underground electrical cables.
Who Should Enrol?
This course is ideal for:
- Electricians and electrical workers
- Electrical apprentices
- Safety observers
- Electrical maintenance personnel
- Refrigeration and air-conditioning technicians
- Solar and renewable-energy workers
- Mining and industrial employees working near electrical equipment
- Anyone required to maintain current low-voltage rescue competency
Build the Confidence to Respond
Low-voltage rescue is not the time to hesitate. You need to recognise the danger, follow the correct procedure and act without placing yourself or others at further risk.
Our experienced trainers use realistic equipment and practical rescue activities to help you build the confidence to respond quickly, safely and effectively during an electrical emergency.
Recognise the danger. Make the area safe. Perform the rescue. Book your low-voltage rescue training today.
UETDRMP018 has superseded and is equivalent to UETDRMP007 Perform rescue from a live low voltage panel. Workplace, industry and jurisdictional refresher requirements may vary. Participants should confirm the currency requirements applying to their role and employer.
Duration: | 0.5 days |
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Delivery Method: | Face to face, at your site |
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As this unit is delivered at your site, students need site PPE. |
UNITS OF COMPETENCYThe unit is comprised of 1 unit of competency. All unit requirements must be satisfactorily completed to be deemed Competent. This unit has pre-requisite requirements. The following unit must be completed prior to completing this unit:
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTSThis program has been designed to prepare participants with the essential skills and knowledge required to execute rescue procedures from live low voltage (LV) electrical apparatus within the electricity supply industry (ESI). This training focuses on preparing individuals to respond effectively to emergency situations involving live LV panels, ensuring both personal safety and the safety of others in accordance with workplace requirements and relevant legislation. Students must:
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CLASS BASED COURSE STRUCTUREThis program will be delivered face-to-face, with classroom-based learning and assessment. This unit is made up of: Face-to-face Classroom-Based Learning Students are required to attend face-to-face classroom-based training sessions. The face-to-face classroom-based component of this program is specifically designed to address the learning needs of the student cohort, promoting active participation and skill development through various engaging training techniques, including:
Simulated Work / Industry Environment
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CLASS BASED COURSE DURATIONThe program is typically delivered over 4 hours and can be adapted to suit individual student needs and business requirements. The program includes:
The actual duration will vary based on each student’s prior knowledge, skill level, and active participation. Additional learning support is available to ensure students are well-prepared for assessment activities. |
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DATES, LOCATION AND COSTLexmar delivers and assesses this unit face-to-face at the student’s workplaces. Program pricing will be provided based on your specific business needs and participant numbers. To receive a quote, including program delivery options and costings, please contact Lexmar Training. |
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STUDENT SUPPORTLexmar Training offers a range of learning support services and access to networks to ensure ongoing engagement and motivation. Educational and support services can include:
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SKILLS RECOGNITIONCredit Transfer are not available for the unit of competency UETDRMP018 Perform rescue from a live low voltage panel due to the licensing or regulatory requirements relating to this competency, including requirements for refresher training every 12 months as per industry standards. Skills Recognition, commonly referred to as Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), is an assessment process that evaluates an individual’s formal, non-formal, and informal learning to determine the extent to which the individual has met the competency standards. |
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ENROLAll students must complete an enrolment. You will receive further information from Lexmar Training to begin your enrolment process. As part of the enrolment, students maybe required to undertake a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) Skills Assessment. This assessment helps determine your suitability for the program and ensures that your current skill levels align with the unit requirements. Submitting an enrolment does not guarantee a place in the program. Lexmar Training carefully reviews each application to ensure students are placed into units where they are most likely to succeed. Additional information and documentation may be required to process applications, including:
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Lexmar Training can create a USI on your behalf. If you wish Lexmar Training to do this on your behalf, contact Lexmar Training at admin@lexmartraining.com.au |
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