Restricted Electrical (REL) Course

This course is offered to eligible tradespersons that are required to undertake electrical work restricted to disconnect/reconnect and locating and repairing faults on electrical systems within the scope of their associated trade.

Some eligible trades for a restricted electrical licence include:

• Composite equipment service person

• Fitter and turner

• Gas fitter

• Instrumentation/process control technician

• Laboratory and scientific electrical equipment technician

• Mechanical fitter

• Plumber and drainer

• Refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment service person

• Telecommunication technician

Students must apply for a training permit before being enrolled into the course which can be obtained from the Electrical Safety Office.

Statement Of Attainment:

• UEECD0007 Apply Work Health and Safety regulations, codes, and practices in the workplace.

• UEERL0003 Conduct in-service safety testing of electrical cord-connected equipment and cord assemblies (Test & Tag).

• UEERL0004 Disconnect – reconnect electrical equipment connected to low voltage (LV) installation wiring.

• UEERL0005 Locate and rectify faults in low voltage (LV) electrical equipment using set procedures.

• UEERL0001 Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supply.

• UEERL0002 Attach cords, cables, and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to 1000 V a.c or 1500 V d.c supply.

After you are deemed competent and issued an SOA, you must apply through the Electrical Safety Office for your Restricted Electrical Licence.

Depending on your skill set, you will be able to disconnect and reconnect, attach cords and plugs, and locate and rectify appliances such as domestic and commercial electrical appliances, or electrical appliances used in your trade.