Transcript Accreditation Criteria for MASTER INSTALLATION ELECTRICIANS

Application to THE CHIEF
INSPECTOR for Registration under
the OHS Act.
Act 85 of 1993
Presented by: Mel Wilmans
Hazloc Consultant
Moderator for Specialized Elect Installation Codes
Member of D.o.L’s IEMIE Committee
In order to ensure COMPLIANTE ELECTRICAL
INSTALLATIONS, a domino effect starts with the
most basic yet DEADLY DOMESTIC installation,
thus to minimise the IMPACT/RISK we opted for
addressing the level of ‘’qualification’’ this would
ensure a new approach and a higher technical
skilled candidate. This approach would be more
beneficial for future responsibilities as a m.i.e.
The QC is done by a non-tech person , i.e. housewife, whereby in the
more advance field i.e. industrial the QC is done by another technical
person with minimal/limited or some knowledge of the Act & Codes
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The aim of this (D.o.L’s) brochure is to
inform, and provide guidance criteria for
candidates interested in applying for
accreditation as an ETSP, IE and MIE.
The document was developed by
appointed IEMIE group members and
invited external role-players.
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A person must achieve a set qualification
considered to be on par with the responsibilities
he/she carries
Unit standard requirement, measures the
application of the theory (does the candidate
know and can he/she do)
One year practical to ensure that the candidate
had the opportunity to “touch and feel”
techniques and equipment
Application of the practical assessment
component CLEARLY UNDERSTOOD, and
correctly assessed.
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Certification from ESETA/MERSETA/Dol/CHITA
Certification from ESETA
Various industry certification (DoL, mines, Telkom, etc.)
One national qualifications with industry elected activities
3 year contract
New contract every year (3 levels)
Contract between apprentice and employer
Contract between learner, employer and training provider
Institutionalised training period
• 4 - 8 weeks training provider
• 12 weeks college (N2 required)
Institutionalised training period
• 12 weeks training provider
Focus on core activities
Focus on core, life skills and industry specific activities
If unsuccessful apprentice leaves with no recognition
Learner gains recognition after each level (ESETA)
Subjected to a trade test at Olifantsfontein Trade Test Centre
Assessments are ongoing and all persons involved with
learners development contribute to achievement
Little paperwork
Vast amount of paperwork in order to monitor achievements
Only evaluation is at trade test centre
Evaluation is ongoing
Artisan comes away with various levels of knowledge (N2 –
N6)
Common level of knowledge between learners
Fragmented knowledge and practical
Aligned knowledge and practical
Fear of trade test and unknown
Assessed on equipment and environment familiar to learner
No clear standard
Unit standards define criteria and standard
No recognition of prior experience or learning
Recognition of prior experience or learning
Supervisors/artisan “ coached” skills
Supervisors/artisan “ coached” skills
OPTION 1
INTEGRATED PRACTICAL AND THEORY
 NQF level 5 Electrical Engineering Qualification
 Registered as an IE for 2 years
 Proof of 1 year practical experience in Hazardous
Locations
 Proof of success in two unit standards (inspect, test and
certify Hazardous Locations)
KNOWLEDGE OF STATUTARY REQUIREMENTS
 Proof of knowledge on the legislation and relevant
health and safety standards applicable to electrical
installations (Specialized Electrical Installation Codes
exam)
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OPTION 2
 PRACTICAL QUALIFICATION
 Registered as an IE for 2 years (Trade Test)
 Proof of 1 year practical experience in Hazardous
Locations
 Proof of success in two unit standards (inspect, test
and certify Hazardous Locations)
 MINIMUM THEORETICAL QUALIFICATION
 National N6 Certificate with one of the following
subjects:
 Electro techniques
 Fault Finding and Protection Devices
 Industrial Electronics
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KNOWLEDGE OF STATUTARY REQUIREMENTS
 Proof of knowledge on the legislation and relevant
health and safety standards applicable to electrical
installations (Specialized Electrical Installation Codes
exam)
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OPTION 3
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PRACTICAL QUALIFICATION
 Registered as an IE for 2 years (trade test)
 Proof of 1 year practical experience in Hazardous Locations
 Proof of success in two unit standards (inspect, test and
certify Hazardous Locations)
MINIMUM THEORETICAL QUALIFICATION
 T3 Diploma (Heavy Current)
 S4 Diploma (Power Engineering)
 B-Tech Degree
 BSc or B Degree
 Government Certificate of Competency (Factories or
Mines)
KNOWLEDGE OF STATUTARY REQUIREMENTS
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Proof of knowledge on the legislation and relevant
health and safety standards applicable to electrical
installations (Specialized Electrical Installation Codes
exam)
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> Highly qualified pool of candidates
> This would in any case be a group of people that strive to achieve more,
that just being an artisan
> They would be able to express a professional view on all related matters
concerning their field of expertise on a higher technical level
> They would have the theoretical knowledge to write comprehensive
technical reports. (make use of reference documentation)
> ECSA ranking acceptance for these people, in achieving professional status
> There is the three criteria, practical, qualifications, legal knowledge
component
> The role of the assessor is critical, should the assessment not being
done correctly the below average candidates WILL slip through!!!
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> The ’POOL’ is getting smaller much quicker that we
anticipated
> These brilliant people would move into management, since they are
prepaired to walk the extra mile and achieve more, than just being an
artisan !!
> The sharing of knowledge between the experienced people and the
theoretical have created a gap, Why ? Sharing their practical knowledge
to no benefit to themselves.
> Paper work is a technical persons worst nightmare
> What does a professional status mean to the man in the street !!! Unless
it has a financial advantage
> The people that were in the process of achieving their MIE status just
stopped, why the effort
> No more motivation to attempt the M.I.E
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> They will have the theoretical qualifications, but would lack practical
ability
> No background in this highly specialized environment
> Limited coaches / instructors for on job guidance
> No or limited practical experience thus limited ability
> No access to these specialized plants / installations
> Does not understand the legal implications of non-compliances
> Do not know what is ‘’Supporting Documentation’’ when conducting an
inspection and test or issuing C.o.C’s even how to compile it.
> Many youngsters do not have responsibilities, living carefree without
considering their future !!
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CANDIDATE
Youngster
CODES
QUALIFICATION
PRACTICAL
Passed
N6
???
TIME ?
Experienced
Electrician
Passed
???
Easily Achieved
Technician /
Engineer
Passed
T3/S4/ BSc
Obtainable
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Re-instate the N4 in stead of the current N6
qualification requirement
Make available more accredited training facilities
available, in all regions
Update the Unit standards, and add where
shortfalls are identified.
A defined career path for all candidates in the
electrical fields.
Ensure all assessors & training centres apply
the same rules, to deliver quality candidates.
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Mel Wilmans
National Moderator: SPECIALIZED
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION CODES
Tel : (016) 971 4685
Fax: (086) 626 0260
Cell: 082 895 6741
E-mail: [email protected]
Pieter Dempsey
National Examiner : SPOECIALIZED
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
CODES
Tel: (011) 892 0804
Fax : (011) 892 0702
E-mail: [email protected]
Nick Du Plessis
P and T Technology (Pty) Ltd
Tel: (011) 827 4113/6
Fax : (011) 8274118
http:// www.pandttechnology.co.za
E-mail: [email protected]
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