Skill set Outline
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14/09/2026 12:17 AM AWST
14/09/2026 12:17 AM AWST
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Perform Switchyard Rescue at Heights and Provide First Aid
Perform Switchyard Rescue at Heights and Provide First Aid
Skill set
National Code
UETSS00049
UETSS00049
State Code
AE025
AE025
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
25/09/2019
Current Release Date
20/09/2021
Current Release Number
2.00
Approved Date
21/12/2021
Nominal Hours
0
Duration
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 20/09/2021 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 25/09/2019 | Replaced | Replaced |
Description
This Skill Set is for individuals who perform switchyard rescues at heights and provide first aid in the context of transmission, distribution or rail work functions.
Pathway Information
The UETSS00049 Perform Switchyard Rescue at Heights and Provide First Aid Skill Set is part of the UET Transmission, Distribution and Rail Sector Training Package.Candidates must hold and be current in the unit: HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Target Group
The Skill Set is targeted at electricity supply industry (ESI) workers who undertake the installation and/or maintenance of network infrastructure which requires performing switchyard rescues at heights and providing first aid to meet work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) mobility and mutual aid requirements.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
This UETSS00049 Perform Switchyard Rescue at Heights and Provide First Aid Skill Set from the UET Transmission, Distribution and Rail Sector Training Package meets the industry requirements for performing switchyard rescues at heights and providing first aid.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODM46 | UETDRRF005 | Perform rescue from switchyard structures at heights | 0 | Unit of competency |
| ODN42 | UETDRRF007 | Provide first aid in an ESI environment | 0 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AB550 | UETSS00031 | Refresher - Perform Switchyard Rescue at Heights and Provide First Aid | Skill set |