Distribution

Unit/Modules Content:

Theory and Practical:
-Electric Lineman Training Committee
-Basic Training Schedule for Linemen Trainees
-EWRB Line Mechanic Teaching Guidelines

Pre-Requisites:

Eight-fourteen months on-the-job training
Current Basic First Aid Certificate
Current CPR Certification

Reference/Regulation/ Associated Code of Practice:

Electricity Act 1992
Electricity Regulations 1997
Electricity Regulations 1997 Third Schedule
NZECPs
Safety Manual Electricity Industry Parts 1, 2 & 3
The Linesman’s Handbook (Fifth Edition)

Instructor/Assessor Requirements:

EWRB approved Line Mechanic Instructor

Learning Outcomes:

To evaluate Line Mechanics training at a mid-point, and to assist with the direction of future training towards Line Mechanic Registration.

Programme Duration:

3 days

Class Size:

Minimum: 3
Maximum: 6

Location:

Omaka or other approved location

Unit/Modules Content:

Theory:
Electricty Regulations
Safety Rules
Electrical Theory
Stores, Reports
Faults

Practical:
LV under HV
Terminating and Binding
Switching
Earthing
Transformer Isolation
Phasing
Fuses
Knots and Splices
Earth Testing
Pole Top Rescue

Pre-Requisites:

Nominal two years practical Lineman experience
Current Basic First Aid Certificate
Current CPR Certification

Reference/Regulation/ Associated Code of Practice:

Electricity Act 1992
Electricity Regulations 1997
Electricity Regulations 1997 Third Schedule

Instructor/Assessor Requirements:

EWRB approved Line Mechanic Instructor

Learning Outcomes:

At the end of this programme the trainee should be able to demonstrate capability in the skills requirements of the Third Schedule such that s/he can confidently undertake the EWRB Line Mechanic written examinations and practical assessments.

Programme Duration:

12 (9 days training; 3 days EWRB examinations)

Class Size:

Minimum: 4
Maximum: 6

Location:

Omaka or other approved location

Learning Outcomes:

At the end of this programme the trainee should be able to demonstrate capability to effect the safe removal of injured persons from poles, and to apply appropriate first aid techniques.

Pre-Requisites:

Current Industry Employee or Trainee

Reference/Regulation/ Associated Code of Practice:

Electrical Workers Registration Board Line Mechanics - Teaching Guidelines Practical Task 12
SM.EI - Parts 1, 2 & 3
The Line Man’s Handbook (Chapter 17)
Safe Working Practices for Electricians and Electrical Workers (OSH Code of Practice)

Instructor/Assessor Requirements:

EWRB Approved Instructor/Examiner

Programme Duration:

One day

Class Size:

Minimum: 3
Maximum: 10

Off Site Training Requirements:

1. Training Classroom
2. OHP, video, TV, whiteboard
3. Access to LV and HV configured training line
4. Standard depot ladders, ropes etc
5. 75kg rescue dummy

Location:

Omaka or other approved location

Learning Outcomes:

At the end of this programme the trainee should be able to demonstrate capability in the safe and effective operation of Elevating Work Platforms in a variety of typical applications.

Pre-Requisites:

Nil

Reference/Regulation/ Associated Code of Practice:

ACOP Power Operated Elevating Work Platforms (OSH, May 1995)
Guide for the Operation of Elevating Work Platforms (EEA, New Zealand, Draft, July 1996)

Instructor/Assessor Requirements:

Competent Operator Instructor

Programme Duration:

Two days

Class Size:

Minimum:2
Maximum: 6

Off Site Training Requirements:

1. Training Classroom
2. OHP, video, TV, whiteboard
3. EWP
4. Access to isolated and earthed lines

Location:

Omaka or other approved location

Learning Outcomes:

At the end of this programme the trainee should be able to demonstrate capability in the safe and effective operation of crane mounted vehicles in a variety of typical applications.

Pre-Requisites:

Nil

Reference/Regulation/ Associated Code of Practice:

1. ACOP Cranes and Lifting Appliances (OSH, June 1995)
2. Safety in Construction #26 Rigging COP (OSH, 1989)

Instructor/Assessor Requirements:

Competent Operator/Instructor

Programme Duration:

Two days

Class Size:

Minimum: 2
Maximum: 6

Location:

Omaka or other approved location

Off Site Training Requirements:

1. Training Classroom
2. OHP, video, TV, whiteboard
3. Hiab or Palfinger Lifting Device
4. Lifting Load (Pole or Concrete Block)

Learning Outcomes:

At the end of this programme the trainee should be able to demonstrate capability in the control and safe removal of typical varieties of vegetation from encroaching on lines up the Minimum Approach Distance.

Pre-Requisites:

Nil

Reference/Regulation/ Associated Code of Practice:

ACOP for Safety and Health in Tree Work, Part 2, Maintenance of Trees Around Power Lines, July 1994

Instructor/Assessor Requirements:

1. Ministry of Commerce Approved Live Line Instructor
2. Qualified Arborist

Programme Duration:

Five days

Class Size:

Minimum: 2
Maximum: 8

Location:

Omaka or other approved location

Omaka or other approved location

1. Training Classroom
2. OHP, video, TV, whiteboard
3. Access to mature trees of at least three species
4. Vegetation control tools and equipment
5. EWP

Learning Outcomes:

At the end of this programme the trainee should be able to demonstrate capability in the control and safe removal of vegetation, using insulated tools, from encroaching on lines within the Minimum Approach Distance.

Pre-Requisites:

Vegetation Control Around Electric Lines - Competent Worker

Reference/Regulation/ Associated Code of Practice:

ACOP for Safety and Health in Tree Work, Part 2, Maintenance of Trees Around Power Lines, July 1994

Instructor/Assessor Requirements:

Ministry of Commerce Approved Live Line Instructor

Programme Duration:

Live Line qualified: 1 day
Line Mechanic qualified: 1 day
Competent Worker only: 2 days

Class Size:

Minimum: 2
Maximum: 6

Location:

Omaka or other approved location

Off Site Training Requirements:

1. Training Classroom
2. OHP, video, TV, whiteboard
3. Access to mature trees near live lines (11kV or 33kV)
4. Hot Stick loppers and saws
5. Hot Stick cleaning kit
6. Vegetation control tools and equipment
7. Reclose Block for live work
8. EWP

Learning Outcomes:

At the end of this programme the trainee should be able to demonstrate capability in planning and preparing for live line hot stick work, and making, breaking and testing connections up to 33kV.

Pre-Requisites:

1. Line Mechanic Registration
2. Two years (nominal) lines experience post registration

Reference/Regulation/ Associated Code of Practice:

Electricity Regulations 1997, regulations 24 and 28
NZECP 46 Part 3 - Hot Stick

Instructor/Assessor Requirements:

Ministry of Commerce Approved Level 3 Live Line Hot Stick Instructor

Programme Duration:

Three days

Class Size:

Minimum: 2
Maximum: 6

Location:

Omaka or other approved location

Off Site Training Requirements:

1. Training Classroom
2. OHP, video, TV, whiteboard
3. Access to earthed 11kV or 33kV lines configured with a spur line and transformer
4. Access to live 11kV or 33kV lines configures with a spur line and transformer
5. Live Line Level 1 Hot Stick tooling (list supplied on request)
6. Hot Stick Cleaning Kit
7. Standard depot ladders and lines tooling
8. Reclose Block for live work

Note: Clients hot stick tools will be tested by Omaka Instructor prior to use if required.

Learning Outcomes:

At the end of this programme the trainee should be able to demonstrate capability in planning and preparing for live line hot stick work up to 110kV on poles, displacing conductors, and replacing hardware and poles.

Pre-Requisites:

1. Line Mechanic Registration
2. Two years (nominal) lines experience post-registration

Reference/Regulation/ Associated Code of Practice:

Electricity Regulations 1997
NZECP 46 Part 3 - Hot Stick

Instructor/Assessor Requirements:

Ministry of Commerce Approved Level 3 Live Line Hot Stick Instructor

Practising Approval:

Issued by Service Provider

Programme Duration:

Twenty days (usually two x ten day blocks with approximately two week break in between)

Class Size:

Minimum: 4
Maximum: 5

Location:

Omaka or other approved location

Off Site Training Requirements:

1. Training Classroom
2. OHP, video, TV, whiteboard
3. Access to earthed 11kV and 33kV configured lines with angle and spur
4. Access to live 11kV and 33kV configured lines with angle and spur
5. Live Line Level 2 Hot Stick tooling (list supplied on request)
6. Hot Stick Cleaning Kit
7. Standard depot ladders and lines tooling
8. Hiab or Palfinger
9. EWP
10. Reclose Block for live work

Note: Clients hot stick tooling will be tested by Omaka Instructor prior to use if required.

Learning Outcomes:

At the end of this programme the trainee should be able to demonstrate capability in planning and preparing for live line glove and barrier work up to 33kV on poles, displacing conductors, and replacing hardware and pole structures.

Pre-Requisites:

1. Line Mechanic Registration
2. Live Line Hot Stick Load Bearing up to and including 110kV

Reference/Regulation/ Associated Code of Practice:

Electricity Regulations 1997, regulations 24 and 28
NZECP 46 Part 1 - Glove and Barrier

Instructor/Assessor Requirements:

Ministry of Commerce Approved Live Line Level 3 Glove and Barrier Instructor

Practising Approval:

Issued by Service Provider

Programme Duration:

Fifteen Days - 8 days at Omaka, 7 days on client network

Class Size:

Minimum: 2
Maximum: 4

Off Site Training Requirements:

1. Training Classroom
2. OHP, video, TV, whiteboard
3. Access to earthed 11kV and 33kV configured lines with LV under. Include spur line and drop outs.
4. Access to live 11kV and 33kV configured lines with LV under. include spur line and drop outs.
5. Live Line Glove and Barrier personal gear (per trainee)
6. Appropriate Live Line Level 2 Hot Stick tooling (list supplied on request)
7. Glove and Sleeves cleaning kit
8. Hot Stick cleaning kit
9. Standard depot ladders and lines tooling
10. Insulated EWP
11. Insulated Platform (4 or 6 foot)
12. Hiab or Palfinger
13. Reclose Block for live work

Note: Clients hot stick tooling will be tested by Omaka Instructor prior to use if required.