This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to inspect, maintain by component replacement, and fit plugs/couplers on reeling, trailing and flexible cables used in coal mining. It includes: working safely and to standards; evaluating the condition of plugs/couplers; identifying correct core and pin configurations; applying maintenance techniques; and documenting repair/replacement work.

It is adopted from clause 2.19 of AS/NZS 4761.1:2018 Competencies for working with electrical equipment for hazardous areas (EEHA). There may be differences between the content of this unit and AS/NZS 4761.1:2018, so the Standard must be checked to ensure compliance with it.

This unit applies to electrical equipment overhaul and repair job functions.

Site-specific work permits may be required to work in the hazardous environment. In addition, other permits may be required, such as confined space and to operate specific pieces of equipment such as elevated work platforms in various jurisdictions.

Additional and/or other conditions may apply in some jurisdictions subject to regulations related to electrical work. Practice in the workplace and during training is also subject to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations.