EWP Controlled Descent Escape & EWP Rescue (1/2 Day)
National Units of Competency
Application and Relevance
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to perform an elevated work platform (EWP) rescue in the electricity supply industry (ESI) environment.
It includes the organisational workplace requirements for the inspection and use of EWP retrieval systems and how it applies to ESI workers to meet Work Health and Safety (WHS)/Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), mobility and mutual aid requirements.
Note: Those holding an existing ESI or Electrotechnology qualification or equivalent meet the prerequisite unit requirements.
Prerequisites
Evidence of completion of the following units of competency must be provided to training@zokal.com.au prior to entry into this course.
HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
See Student handbook for additional information.
Course Content
Topics include but are not limited to:
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Inspection of rescue equipment
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Placement of rescue equipment
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Assessing and controlling hazards to rescuer, victim and others
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Isolation procedures where appropriate
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Knowledge and maintenance of Safe Approach Distances (SAD’s) appropriate to rescue from a live LV panel
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Low voltage panel rescue
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Removing victim to safe location / place of safety
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Providing CPR and first aid
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Involvement of external emergency services
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Recognise an emergency and act to minimise immediate hazards to themselves and others
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Introduction to first aid principles including Electrical specific injury
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Assessing a cardiac emergency - DRSABCD principal
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Resuscitation techniques
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Using a defibrillator (AED)
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Undertake emergency care of a casualty
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Be respectful and recognise the need for accurate confidential records and reporting requirements that meet legislative and organisational needs.
Prerequisites
Participants will need oral communication skills in order to make an accurate verbal report to emergency services and workplace supervisor.
Students must complete and return the PRE-ENROLMENT QUESTIONNAIRE prior to attending the course.
Students must have a reasonable level of physical fitness due to the task requirements of this course.
Re-accreditation:
Participants require refresher training every 12 months in order to maintain satisfactory levels of emergency preparedness and stay current in CPR.
Inclusions
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Training conducted by experienced first aid specialist trainer/assessor
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Associated documentation
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Manual, Manikins or actors for role playing scenarios
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Mobile phone or other communications equipment
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First aid gloves and masks
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Water and/or hydrogel
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Bandages, padding and splints
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Incident reports
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8 Hours classroom, practical training and assessment
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LVR Kit
Course Logistics
Number of Participants: Maximum 10 students
Requirements: Provide UNIQUE STUDENT IDENTIFIER (USI number) and ID.
Students should have a basic level of literacy and numeracy skills.
Students must complete and return the PRE-ENROLMENT QUESTIONNAIRE prior to attending for the course.
Equipment: All training materials are supplied by Zokal Safety Training.
Meals: Half Day Courses – Light refreshments are available at morning break (tea and coffee facilities). There is a fridge, microwave and filtered cold water available for student use. Please bring along a refillable water bottle.
Dress: Students are required to wear CLEAN clothing appropriate for the workplace and CLEAN covered shoes. For confined space activities we recommend wearing long pants and long sleeves.
Personal Protective Equipment: Gloves and helmets are required for practical assessments. Kneepads and disposable coveralls are available for confined space rescue activities. If you have these items and would prefer to use your own, please bring them along on the day.
PARTICIPANTS MUST BE ABLE TO COMMUNICATE IN ENGLISH AND MUST BE ABLE TO FILL OUT ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTATION.
Assessment Methods
This is a competency-based program with progressive assessment throughout the course, including written and oral questions relating to underpinning knowledge. Please let us know if there are any issues that your Zokal trainer should be aware of. These may include:
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Language, literacy and numeracy
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Physical limitations such as hearing, vision or mobility concerns
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Anything that may affect your experience in the training course.
Award Issued
Nationally recognised accreditation such as a wallet card and Statement of Attainment Certificate for the units of competency will be issued on satisfactory completion of all assessments. Zokal Safety Training Pty Ltd RTO Code 9126.