M04 Conecting and Terminating Electric
M04 Conecting and Terminating Electric
M04 Conecting and Terminating Electric
Level II
Based on Novmber,2022 Curriculum Version 1
LIST OF TABLE
Table 1. Material needed..............................................................................................................................43
Table 2 LIST OF TOOLS & EQUIPMENT................................................................................................44
This unit is developed to provide you the necessary information regarding the following content
coverage and topics:
installation based to OH&S policies
Personnel to ensure the work
Check Wiring systems
Fitting Accessories
Location of fitting accessories necessary materials
Tools, equipment and testing devices
Check Preparatory work
This unit will also assist you to attain the learning outcomes stated in the cover page.
Specifically, upon completion of this learning guide, you will be able to:
Plan and prepare installation based to OH&S policies
Consult appropriate personnel to ensure the work is coordinated
Check Wiring systems
Obtain Fitting Accessories
Identify location of fitting accessories
Obtain necessary materials
Obtain Tools, equipment and testing devices
Check Preparatory work
Before you install the installation server products, you must prepare your system and plan for
choices and make during the installation process.
1.1.1. Installation Planning
.The different types of electrical wiring that are used in domestic properties.
This wiring comprises of PVC insulated wires or ordinary VIR that are braided and
compounded. They are held on walls and ceilings using porcelain cleats with groves, wood or
plastic. It is a temporary wiring system, therefore making it unsuitable for domestic premises.
Moreover, cleat wiring system is rarely being used these days.
It was quite popular in the past but it is considered obsolete these days due to the popularity of
the conduit and sheathed wiring system. The cables used in this electric wiring were PVC, VIR
or any other approved insulated cables. The cables were carried through the wooden casing
enclosures, where the casing was made of a strip of wood with parallel grooves cut lengthwise
for accommodating the cables.
Batten Wiring
This is when a single electrical wire or a group of wires are laid over a wooden batten. The wires
are held to the batten using a brass clip and spaced at an interval of 10 cm for horizontal runs and
15 cm for vertical runs.
Lead sheathed wiring uses conductors which are insulated with VIR and are covered with an
outer sheath of lead aluminum alloy which contains about 95% lead. The metal sheath gives
protection to cables from mechanical damage, moisture and atmospheric corrosion.
Conduit Wiring
Electrical accessory" means a device associated with the Electrical wiring of a domestic
installation; "adaptor" means a electrical accessory which may be engaged. With a socket, being
an electrical accessory which is designed
Electrical conduit and fittings are of good quality, low cost, high safety and reliability. It has the
advantages of beautiful appearance, light weight and easy bend, high strength, anti-aging,
corrosion resistance, high fire resistance, good insulation and so on. It is used in the buildings
and structures to protect and secure wire, cable and communication network.
An electrical conduit is a tube used to protect and route electrical wiring in a building or non
building structure. Electrical conduit may be made of metal, plastic, fiber, or fired clay. Most
conduits is rigid, but flexible conduit is used for some purposes.
Box connectors Box connectors join conduit to a junction box or other electrical box. A typical
box connector is inserted into a knockout in a junction box, with the threaded end then being
secured with a ring (called a lock nut) from within the box, as a bolt would be secured by a nut.
The other end of the fitting usually has a screw or compression ring which is tightened down
onto the inserted conduit. Fittings for non-threaded conduits are either secured with set screws or
with a compression nut that encircles the conduit. Fittings for general purpose use with metal
conduits may be made of die-cast zinc, but where stronger fittings are needed, they are made of
copper-free aluminum or cast iron.
Couplings connect two pieces of conduit together. Sometimes the fittings are considered
sufficiently conductive to bond (electrically unite) the metal conduit to a metal junction box (thus
sharing the box's ground connection).
Grounding bushings Grounding bushings are used which have bonding jumpers from the
bushing to a grounding screw on the box. Unlike water piping, if it the conduit is to be
watertight, the idea is to keep water out, not in. In this case, gaskets are used with special fittings,
such as the weather head leading from the overhead electrical mains to the electric meter.
Flexible metal conduit usually uses fittings with a clamp on the outside of the box, just like bare
cables would.
A conduit body can be used to provide pulling access in a run of conduit, to allow more bends to
be made in a particular section of conduit, to make connections if the conduit body is rated for
Advantages:
1. Good price
3. Chemical resistance
Below we list a few of the most common types of basic electrical switch.
This switch’s mnemonic stands for “single pole, single throw.” The switch consists of one set of
electrical contacts, so it has two terminals, one from each contact. It is a simple on-off switch, so
when the switch is open no electricity flows, but when it’s closed the contacts meet and
electricity is transferred. A light switch is a good example of a SPST switch.
A single pole double throw switch can also be called a changeover switch. In this case, there are
three terminals—one terminal (A), faces two opposing terminals (B and C) and can be connected
either, depending on the mode. It is said to be “double throw” because there are two positions
this switch can operate—A is either connected to B, or A is connected to C.
In a double pole, single throw switch, there are two poles—two sets of connectors—but only one
viable position they connect. Each pole’s terminals connect. The first pole is comprised of
terminals A and B, which connect. Simultaneously, the second pole, comprised of terminals C
and C, connects. Because there is only one position in which these poles operate, it is a single
throw device. In essence, a DPST is made up of two SPSTs, but is controlled by one mechanism.
Control switch
.A light fitting connected to an installation by means other than a socket outlet shall be
controlled by a switch which shall be arranged to disconnect all the supply conductors
The switch required by (1) above shall be separate from lighting fitting and in a readily
accessible position subject to the provisions (3) and (5) below, where applicable
What you may know as a power point is technically referred to as a 'socket outlet'. It's also less
commonly referred to as a GPO, which stands for 'General Purpose Outlet' or 'General Power
Outlet', depending on who you ask. The term 'GPO' is used in America (and therefore appears
quite a lot online), but the term's outdated throughout the rest of the world.
Socket outlets are available in many different styles, and can only be installed or maintained by
an electrician.
Polarized outlets are different in that slot for the neutral wire is wider than the slot for the hot wire.
This makes it difficult to insert the electrical plug the wrong way
Non-Polarized outlets have two vertical slots side by side that are the same size.
Grounded outlets have a round hole for the grounding conductor in addition to the two vertical
slots. In general, electronic devices such as computers require these to provide a solid ground for
the case so the electronics will work properly. It is also used as a safety feature in certain highe
power appliances such as vacuum cleaners, ensuring that whatever happens to the wiring, the
case will never be energized to wall voltage.
Some electrical outlets have a T shaped slot on the neutral instead of just a vertical slot. These
outlets are rated for 20A, and can receive special plugs for appliances which draw more than
15A. This prevents people from tripping their circuit breakers by plugging them 15A outlets by
mistake.
CEE 7/4, commonly called "Shako" socket, has a recessed round shape with two symmetrical
round receptacles and two grounding clips on the sides of the socket. The Shako connection
system is symmetrical and un polarized by design, allowing live and neutral to be reversed. Its
dimensions are compatible with CEE 7/5 (French plug/socket) except that the female ground
contact is omitted.
It has grounding clips on both sides to connect with the CEE 7/4 socket and a female contact to
accept the grounding pin of the CEE 7/5 socket. It is used in almost all European countries.
Currently, appliances are sold with non-rewriteable CEE 7/7 plugs attached. This means that the
plugs are now identical between countries like France and Germany, but the sockets are
different.
This two-pin plug is popularly known as the Euro plug. The plug is ungrounded and has two
round 4 mm (0.157 in) pins, which usually converge slightly towards their free ends. It is
described in CEE 7/16 and is also defined in Italian standard CEI 23-5 and Russian standard
GOST 7396. This plug is intended for use with devices that require 2.5 A or less. Because it is un
polarized it can be inserted in either direction into the socket, so live and neutral are connected
arbitrarily. The separation and length of the pins allow its safe insertion in most CEE 7/5, CEE
7/4 "Shako", Israeli, CEE 7/7, Swiss, Danish and Italian outlets, as well as BS 4573 UK shaver
sockets. It can be forced into BS 546 (5 A) and some BS 1363 sockets, if the shutters are opened,
though the connection may be neither reliable in either case, nor safe.
The Euro plug itself is used in Class II applications throughout continental Europe. It is also used
in the Middle East (Iran), most African nations, South America (Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Peru
and Bolivia), Asia (India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Pakistan, South Korea, and the
Philippines) as well as Russia and the former Soviet republics, such as Ukraine, Armenia,
Georgia, and many developing nations. It is also used alongside the BS 1363 in many nations,
particularly former British colonies.
Danish 107-2-D1, standard DK 2-1a, with round power pins and half round ground pin
Outlet for Danish computer equipment plugs tilted flattened pins and half round ground pin
(mainly used in professional environment), standard DK 2-5a
This Danish standard plug is described in the Danish Plug Equipment Section 107-2-D1
Standard sheet (SRAF1962/DB 16/87 DN10A-R). Unlike the French CEE 7/5 plug, the earthling
pin is on the plug, not in the socket. The Danish socket need not be recessed to protect the
earthling pin. The Danish standard
Side by side comparison of Italian CEI 23-16/VII plugs and sockets rated 16 A (left) and 10 A
(right).
The 10 A style extends CEE 7/16 by adding a central earthling pin of the same gauge. Thus,
CEI 23-16-VII 10A sockets can accept CEE 7/16 Euro plugs. This is the plug shown in the first
picture.
The 16 A style looks like a magnified version of the 10A style, identical in shape. However, the
pins are 5 millimeters thick (being 4 mm thick in 10 A type), 26 mm apart (while 19 mm apart in
10 A type) and 7 mm longer. The packaging of these plugs in Italy may claim they are a "North
The standard for Chinese plugs and sockets is set out in GB 2099.1‐2008 and GB 1002‐2008. As
part of China's commitment for entry into the WTO, the new CPCS (Compulsory Product
Certification System) has been introduced, and compliant Chinese plugs have been awarded the
CCC Mark by this system. The plug is three wire, earthed, rated at 10 A, 250 V and used for
Class 1 applications; a 16 A version also
This plug, defined in SI 32 (IS16A-R), is unique to Israel. It has three flat pins to form a Y-
shape. Live and neutral are spaced 19 mm (0.75 in) apart. The plug is rated at 16 A. In 1989, the
standard was revised to use three round 4.5 mm (0.177 in) pins in the same locations, allowing
the socket to accept the Euro plugs used in Europe and Israel for non-earthed appliances. Sockets
a) Shall be located on the ceiling or on the front wall above the door of the closet unless mounted
on the trim of the side walls of the doorway and approved for the application; and
(1) Luminaries in damp or wet locations shall be approved for such locations and be so
marked.
Wiring Accessories on Board You should know the tools required for fixing the accessories on
the board. You should also know the purpose of fixing the accessories. In-house wiring of the
switches, holders and sockets should be fixed on wooden/sun mica boards and blocks. Therefore,
it is necessary to learn how to fix these accessories. The ways to fix these accessories have been
discussed in the following practical activity. the accessories on the board or round block by
wooden screws after making holes on them by the poker. Then fix all covers on the accessories
Distribution boards
Circuit breakers
Disconnects/ isolator
Electricity meter
VOLTAGE TESTER
SELF-CHECK -1
I .Directions: Answer all the questions listed below.
1 check wiring in your home (3point)
A. Tracking circuits B. Age and condition
C. Overloading D.ALL
2. Personal protective equipment (PPE)(3point)
A. rigid metallic B. rigid non metallic
C. Flexible metallic D .all
3. The Importance of planning and Preparing Installation OH&S policies and procedures.
4. _______are devices used to control and protect the electrical panel from overflowing electrical
power.
3. PVC casing and capping are used for covering the wires.
This unit to provide you the necessary information regarding the following content coverage
and topics: following OH&S policies and procedures
Installation of Wiring systems
Termination/connections of wiring system and accessories
unplanned events
This guide will also assist you to attain the learning outcomes stated in the cover page.
Specifically, upon completion of this learning guide, you will be able to:
Install Wiring systems
Terminate/connect of wiring system and accessories
Respond to unplanned events
Before any wiring system is installed account must be taken of environment in which system is
operate.
Commercial
Residential
Industrial
There are many influences that may contribute to the final design of the installation.
All materials used for electrical installation purpose should comply with international and local
Standards
Electrical wringing general refers to insulated conductors used to carry electricity, and associated
devices. This article describes general aspects of electrical wiring as used to provide power in
buildings and structures, commonly referred to as building wiring.
Intended to protect people and property from electrical shock and fire hazards. Regulations may
be established by city, county, provincial/state or national legislation, usually by adopting a
model code (with or without local amendments) produced by a technical standards-setting
organization, or by a national standard electrical code.
Electrical codes arose in the 1880s with the commercial introduction of electrical power. Many
conflicting standards existed for the selection of wire sizes and other design rules for electrical
installations. The first electrical codes in the United States originated in New York in 1881 to
regulate installations of electric lighting. Since 1897 the US National Fire Protection
Association, a private non-profit association formed by insurance companies, has published the
(EBCS)States, counties or cities often include the NEC in their local building codes by reference
along with local differences. The NEC is modified every three years. It is a consensus code
considering suggestions from interested parties. The proposals are studied by committees of
engineers, tradesmen, manufacturer representatives, fire fighters, and other invitees.
Since 1927, the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) has produced the Canadian Safety
Standard for Electrical Installations, which is the basis for provincial electrical codes. The CSA
also produces the Canadian Electrical Code, the 2006 edition of which references IEC60364
(Electrical Installations for Buildings) and states that the code addresses the fundamental
principles of electrical protection in Section 131. The Canadian code reprints Chapter 13 of IEC
Although the US and Canadian national standards deal with the same physical phenomena and
broadly similar objectives, they differ occasionally in technical detail. As part of the North
American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) program, US and Canadian standards are slowly
converging toward each other, in a process known as harmonization.
In European countries, an attempt has been made to harmonize national wiring standards in an
IEC standard, IEC 60364Electrical Installations for Buildings. Hence national standards follow
an identical system of sections and chapters. However, this standard is not written in such
language that it can readily be adopted as a national wiring code. Neither is it designed for field
use by electrical tradesmen and inspectors for testing compliance with national wiring standards.
By contrast, national codes, such as the NEC or CSA C22.1, generally exemplify the common
objectives of IEC 60364, but provide specific rules in a form that allows for guidance of those
installing and inspecting electrical systems.
In Germany, DKE (the German Commission for Electrical, Electronic and Information
Technologies of DIN and VDE) is the organization responsible for the promulgation of electrical
standards and safety specifications. DIN VDE 0100 is the German wiring regulations document
harmonized with IEC 60364.
In the United Kingdom, wiring installations are regulated by the Institution of Engineering and
Technology Requirements for Electrical Installations: IEE Wiring Regulations, BS 7671:: 2008,
Color code
Wires: Unless otherwise specified all wires shall be PVC insulated single core, stranded copper
conductor conforming to BS 6004. All wires shall be colored as follows:
3. Ground: Yellow Green or Green (One color only to be used for the complete
Installation).
Switches
Three-way switches are useful in large rooms, hallways or staircases where a light can be
controlled from multiple positions. For instance, a three-way switch can control a light in a
stairwell from both the top and bottom positions on the stairs.
The basic design of the three-way circuit is that one traveler wires connect to each switch and the
other.
Traveler links to the fixture. Each switch must be grounded and only one switch needs a wire
carrying a current. The second switch does not need a current and can be tied off to the box
Wiring connection of two bulbs controlled by two 3-way switches and one 4-way switch on the
junction and utility boxesfour way switches have four terminals. This switch works in
combination with two three-way switches to control electricity to lights and receptacles from
three locations. All of the four terminals are brass colour. They support hot conductors (traveller
wires), which receive and transfer electricity from each of the three-way switches. The toggle on
a four-way switch is NOT marked "OFF" and "ON”. These markings are the only way to tell the
difference between it and a double-pole switch, which is labelled "OFF" and "ON."
It is advisable to use No. 12 wire for residential, indoor wiring. No. 14 wire is acceptable if the
circuit is protected at 15 amperes. (Canadian and Philippine code requires the use of #14 wire for
interior application
Screw Terminal
One of the most common types is the screw terminal. Regardless of the type of terminal used it is
important that the joint between the conductor and the terminal is electrically and mechanically
sound, without putting undue pressure on the conductor or the terminal.
Figure 3.1
When terminating conductors under screw-heads or nuts, it is best to form the conductor into an
eye, using round nose pliers. The eye should be slightly larger than the screw diameter, but
smaller than the outside diameter of the screw head, nut or washer
Every cable termination should be completed and checked using the following headings.
Stranded and Flexible Conductors – all strands twisted neatly together in the right direction, and
doubled back where possible. – all strands present and clamped.
There are a wide variety of conductor terminals. Typical types are as shown in Figure 9.
The screw terminal will be found in various accessories such as, lamp holders, batten holders and
plug tops used in domestic premises. A shrouded version of this terminal is probably the most
commonly used type. It will be found in switches, sockets, ceiling roses and consumer units.
The split terminal will be used in joint boxes to enable joints to be made without having to cut
conductors.
The post terminal will be used mainly to make connections to earth and also in such places as the
mains connection to an electric cooker or an electric motor.
The screw head terminal will also be mainly used to make connections to earth, and is also very
popular in older fuse boards.
The lug terminal comes in an extremely wide variety of shapes and sizes. They may be bare or
insulated. Methods of connecting to the cable vary as follows:
Ferrules, which are used on flexible cables to prevent the strands from spreading out and are then
connected using a screw or clamp terminal.
Large power cables where the lug is compressed onto the cable using a hydraulic type crimp
tool. The lug is then connected to a post or screw head
1. Boxes
6. Supports 15.Adaptors/Connectors
SELF-CHECK -2
1. Directions: Answer all the questions listed below. Use the Answer sheet provided
2. ______ is the Electrical Wiring components current situation.
A .wire B. socket
C .switch D. all
A .SPST B. SPDT
C .socket D. all
Operation Sheet 2
Procedure:-
Instruction: following the necessary templates, tools and materials you are required to
1. A voltmeter
. 2.Analog voltmeters
3. Measuring Tools
. 4. Wire
5. Wire Strippers
. 6. Diagonal Cutter
. 7 .Screw Drivers
Step 1 Secure working drawing (You have it when you perform rough-in activities using rigid
nonmetallic conduit).
Step 2 You will be installing electrical wiring a lamp controlled in two different locations by
means of 2 3-way switch. Identify the number of conductors to be inserted in each conduit run by
converting the working drawing into wiring diagram
Step 3 Prepare a guide wire and insert to the utility box until it reaches the panel board.
Step 5 Fish it out on the utility box to facilitate easy pulling of fished conductors cover it with
electrical tape
Step 6 Then start inserting it to the PVC conduit while being pulled on the other end until the
conductors reaches the panel board.
Step 7 Provide an ample length of panel board and the utility box for the convenience outlet.
Step 8 The wire allowance for termination in utility and junction boxes at least 150 mm.
Step 9 Insert 1.6 mm2 wire, black for hot and 1 red for return from junction box J1 to the utility
box for lamps C, D. and E.
Step 10 Insert 1.6 mm2 wires, 1 black and 1 red for hot wires from panel board to junction box
J1. Since the distance between each end is shorter
Step switch. Wires on the Junction box (J1) Wires on the utility box for 3-way switch
Step 13 Insert 1.6 mm2wire, 1 red for return and 2 blue for traveler wires from J2 to S3.
Step 14 Insert 1.6 mm2 wire, 1black and 1 red from J2 to utility box for lamp A and B.
Step 15 Insert 1.6 mm2 wires, 2 red from J2 to utility box for S1.
Step 16On the Junction box J1 strip off at least 30 mm from the end of the 2-black wires from
the lamp and panel board and join them using rat tail joint
Step 17Join the wires using Rat Tail joint from the lamp A and B, 3-way switches and single
switch on the junction box J2.
Step 18 Connect the two wires from the panel board to the AC supply line. Switch on the main
circuit breaker and test the supply voltage.
Quality Criteria: the given Wiring and Conduits Measuring for AC supply
This learning guide is developed to provide you the necessary information regarding the
following content coverage and topics:
IEE wiring regulations / Standard for Electrical Installations
Check the connections
Take safe and sensible action to remedy any identified defects
Fixing all conduits and wiring depending on specifications.
Marking and labeling cable and wire to specification This guide will also assist you to attain the
learning outcomes stated in the cover page. Specifically, upon completion of this learning guide,
you will be able to:
Apply connections in accordance with specifications and IEE wiring regulations
Checking the connections
Take safe and sensible action to remedy any identified defects
Fixing all conduits and wiring depending on specifications.
Many commercial instruments are capable of making more than one test or have a range of
scales to choose from. A range selector switch is usually used to choose the appropriate scale. A
For example, when taking a reading in the 8 or 9 V range the obvious scale
The testing of an installation implies the use of instruments to obtain readings. However, a test is
unlikely to identify a cracked socket outlet, a chipped or loose switch plate, a missing conduit-
box lid or saddle, so it is also necessary to make a visual inspection of the installation .All new
installations must be inspected and tested during erection and upon completion before being put
into service. All existing installations should be periodically inspected and tested to ensure that
they are safe and meet the regulations of the IEE The method used to test an installation may
inject a current into the system. This current must not cause danger to any person or equipment
in contact with the installation, even if the circuit being tested is faulty. The test results must be
compared with any relevant data, including the IEE Regulation tables, and the test procedures
must be followed carefully and in the correct sequence, as indicated. This ensures that the
protective conductors are correctly connected and secure before the circuit is energized.
There are two kinds of checks that can be carried out and we recommend that you always
employ a registered electrician to carry out such checks
Visual Inspection
A visual inspection is a basic check to identify any visible signs of defects, damage or
deterioration. No circuit testing will be undertaken, so your electricity will likely remain on
during the inspection. The electrician will need to be given access to all of the rooms in your
home. The report will typically take around 1 hour to complete depending on the size of the
property. Notes will be taken by the electrician as part of the visual inspection and a Visual
Inspection Report (VIR) will be issued to the home owner at the end. The Visual Inspection
report will record a number of observations and recommendations and provide an overall
summary of the condition of the installation. Below is a check list of the things you can expect to
be looked at during a visual inspection.
Concealed conduit electrical wiring systems are a popular choice in domestic premises as they
are aesthetically appealing. They are the most commonly used house electrical wiring system as
it protects the wires from external damage and increases their longevity.
Socket out let with ground 1 pcs Flush type 10A-16A 220
D. all
3 Electrical maintenance covers (2point)
A .testing B .fixing
C. replacing D. all
4. Maintanance of electrical equipment in building (2point)
A .photo credit B. critical power testing
This learning guide is developed to provide you the necessary information regarding the
following content coverage and topics:
final inspections
Work completions
This guide will also assist you to attain the learning outcomes stated in the cover page.
Specifically, upon completion of this learning guide, you will be able to:
The electrical contractor is charged with a responsibility to carry out a number of tests on an
electrical installation and electrical equipment. The individual tests are dealt with in Part 6 of the
IEE Regulations and described later in this chapter.
Those who are to carry out the electrical tests must first consider the following safety factors:
● Everyone must be notified that the test process is about to take place, for example the client
and other workers who may be affected by the tests.
● Safe isolation procedures have been carried out – care must be exercised here, i
occupied premises, not to switch off computer system switch out first obtaining permission.
a list of any area or item that wasn't inspected, the reasons why it wasn't inspected and if
necessary, a recommendation for further investigational summary of the overall condition of the
property list of any significant problems that need fixing i necessary, a recommendation that a
further inspection or assessment be carried out by a suitably accredited specialist, e.g. pest
inspector, electricity supply authority, water supply authority, structural engineer, geotechnical
engineer, surveyor or solicitor.
2. Accident reports
An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) will provide a full summary of the condition
of the electrics in your home and determine whether it complies with the current .It will record a
SELF-CHECK-4
I. Directions: Answer all the questions listed below. Use the Answer sheet provided.
1. _______Type of Prepare work accomplishment report (3 points)
This learning guide is developed to provide you the necessary information regarding the
following content coverage and topics:
work area
Tools and equipment
This guide will also assist you to attain the learning outcomes stated in the cover page.
Specifically, upon completion of this learning guide, you will be able to:
Any outlets that may come in contact with water should have ground fault circuit interrupters.
When working on ladders or scaffolding rest power tools on a flat surface or in a bin secured to
the ladder itself.
Stop working and turn off the power tool you are working with if distracted by something or
someone.
Never look away from your work when operating a power tool.
Cutting tools can be particularly dangerous.
If one stalls, switch off the power and unplug the tool before trying to restart it.
When using a power saw, let the saw reach full speed before cutting and support the work firmly
so it won’t shift.
When working with metal, secure the metal material with clamps or in a machinist’s vise to keep
it from moving.
The work area should be ventilated and flammable material properly stored.
Before, during & after performing our tasks all tools & measuring equipment must be properly
cleaned, checked &maintained. Building electrical installation regulations require inspections &
testing of tools & measuring equipment before use. Preventive maintenance is the systematic
care and protection of tools, equipment &machines in order to keep it in a safe, usable condition
limit downtime and extend productivity.
The degree of detail equipment maintenance will depend on the kinds of tools/equipment used.
Some installation equipment has very specific inspection and maintenance requirements. Power
Tools should be maintained in good working order. This may be limited to ensuring that
blades/bits are replaced when needed and those guards or other safety devices are operable and
any damaged electrical cords/plugs are repaired or replaced. Damaged or defective
equipment/tools should be tagged and removed from service. The trainees must have their own
cleaning, checking and maintenance schedule.
Requirements
Specifying who is responsible for overseeing equipment maintenance and where the records are
kept. Set up a system for removal and tagging of damaged or defective tools and equipment.
Definitions: Documentation refers to a set of records that exist online, on paper or on hard drives.
It is material that provides evidence or information to serve as a record. In the workplace,
documentation is retained records of employment and company actions and events as required by
Actions
Contributions
Disciplinary actions
Disputes
Investigations
Performance evaluations
Policy violations
Documentation gives substance to a workplace's activities not only for legal matters, audits or
disputes, but also for rules and regulations. It keeps entraining running systematically and
ethically. It would be difficult for trainees in a training program to remember everything if it was
only presented orally. During an emergency, staff might not remember the proper procedure to
exit the building without documentation.
SELF-CHECK-5
I Directions: Answer the questions below. Say true or false
1. Keeping workshop and storage spaces clean and dry can help prevent many
accidents.(2points)
2, Do not stand in water, on damp floors or in the rain when working with electrical tools.
(2points)
5/ Posting documentation is important for employees to understand their rights and obligations to
maintain a safe workplace. (2 points)