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NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS<br />

LIGHTING FOR FILM & TELEVISION<br />

JUNE 2006<br />

L1 ASSESS AND MONITOR<br />

TEMPORARY POWER SUPPLY<br />

SYSTEMS<br />

UNIT OVERVIEW<br />

This unit involves identifying the local power supply,<br />

analysing the electrical distribution layout to ensure load<br />

capability, inspecting cables be<strong>for</strong>e use, <strong>and</strong> providing a<br />

safe cable distribution system.<br />

It is about labelling cables <strong>and</strong> identifying power<br />

switches, checking switchgear, <strong>and</strong> being competent<br />

to safely test the distribution system <strong>and</strong> monitor the<br />

distribution system during use. It involves providing safe<br />

<strong>and</strong> efficient change over complying with the<br />

requirements of the appropriate British <strong>St<strong>and</strong>ards</strong>,<br />

Wiring Regulations <strong>and</strong> the Electricity at Work<br />

Regulations.<br />

It also involves connecting <strong>and</strong> operating basic dimmer<br />

systems.<br />

KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING<br />

this is what you must know<br />

a) how to identify the incoming electrical supply <strong>and</strong><br />

the switch gear loading characteristics, <strong>and</strong> how to<br />

assess their implications <strong>for</strong> the shoot<br />

b) what safety issues are associated with the location<br />

conditions<br />

c) why it is important <strong>for</strong> the person responsible <strong>for</strong><br />

the operation of the location to be present to<br />

identify local distribution systems<br />

d) the relevant sections as laid down in the<br />

appropriate British <strong>St<strong>and</strong>ards</strong> such as BS7671,<br />

BS7909 <strong>and</strong> BS7430<br />

e) the effects of electrical distribution on other sound<br />

<strong>and</strong> vision equipment<br />

f) how to identify any potential problems associated<br />

with the incoming electrical mains supply<br />

g) your legal responsibilities to other members of the<br />

production crew <strong>and</strong> the general public when<br />

providing an electrical supply<br />

h) how to record <strong>and</strong> report all electrical test results<br />

i) how to fault find on switch gear <strong>and</strong> associated<br />

equipment<br />

j) the importance of balanced loading<br />

k) how to connect <strong>and</strong> operate basic dimmer systems<br />

including basic DMX controls<br />

l) recognise the <strong>for</strong>mat of the incoming electrical<br />

supply system <strong>and</strong> underst<strong>and</strong> the implications of<br />

different earthing systems<br />

SKILLSET JUNE 2006<br />

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