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12/09/2026 5:36 PM AWST
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Perform Cable Pit-Trench-Excavation Rescue and CPR
Perform Cable Pit-Trench-Excavation Rescue and CPR
Skill set
National Code
UETSS00039
UETSS00039
State Code
AE040
AE040
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
4
Duration
1 Semester
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 cable pit-trench-excavation rescues and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in the context of transmission, distribution or rail work functions.
Pathway Information
The UETSS00039 Perform Cable Pit-Trench-Excavation Rescue and CPR Skill Set is part of the UET Transmission, Distribution and Rail Sector Training Package.
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 workers to perform cable pit-trench-excavation rescues and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to meet work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) mobility and mutual aid requirements.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
This UETSS00039 Perform Cable Pit-Trench-Excavation Rescue and CPR Skill Set from the UET Transmission, Distribution and Rail Sector Training Package meets the industry requirements for performing cable pit-trench-excavation rescue and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODN38 | UETDRRF001 | Perform cable pit/trench/excavation rescue | 0 | Unit of competency |
| OCD26 | HLTAID009 | Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation | 4 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AB978 | UETSS00021 | Refresher - Perform Cable Pit-Trench-Excavation Rescue and CPR | Skill set |