Course code: 900-82998
Statement of Attainment in Safety Checking Appliances and Minor Repairs of Cords and Plugs 230V
OverviewAbout this course
Want to start your testing and tagging career, or check appliances and repair extension cords and plugs in your workplace? This 18-hour course teaches you the skills you need - plus work health and safety knowledge that's transferrable across industries.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Inspect and test electrical equipment for operation and safety
Test and tag cord connected equipment and cord assemblies
Attach flexible cord and plugs
Use a portable appliance tester (PAT)
Locate and repair faults in flexible cords and plugs
Follow workplace procedures for hazard identification and risk control
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
A nationally accredited Statement of Attainment
Specialist skills to safely perform test and tag work
Test and tag certification you can use to start your own test and tag business
A pathway to further study in electrotechnology
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
- There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
A commitment to working safely
The ability to follow instructions
The ability to distinguish between colours
Basic reading and writing skills to read documentation and fill out tags
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: test and tag technician.
Licensing
You will need a white card (general construction induction card) to work on some work sites as a test and tag technician. Visit the SafeWork NSW website for more information about applying for your white card.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study0 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Statement of Attainment in Safety Checking Appliances and Minor Repairs of Cords and Plugs 230V does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study5 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
Related study1 Course
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplaceUEECD0007
Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supplyUEERL0001
Conduct in-service safety testing of electrical cord connected equipment and cord assembliesUEERL0003
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