National Occupational Standards - Lighting for Film and ... - Skillset

NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS
LIGHTING FOR FILM & TELEVISION
JUNE 2006
L13 INSTALL, OPERATE AND FAULT
FIND ON GENERATORS
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
this is what you must know (continued)
k) how to test for electrical and mechanical problems
with generator systems
l) the requirements of the Electrical Safety, Quality
and Continuity Regulations
m) how to identify potential problems with the
generator governing systems and automatic voltage
regulators, the relationship between engine speed
and frequency, and how to solve problems in the
systems
n) how to meet Health and Safety requirements
relevant to electrical tests and checks
o) the appropriate legislation affecting the
environmental use and storage of contaminants
and pollutants & the correct disposal of such items.
p) the current law and insurance liabilities with
respect to violations of Road Traffic regulations
whilst working and driving
PERFORMANCE STATEMENTS
this is what you must be able to do
1. carry out pre-checks as appropriate, including the
sufficiency of running or replacement items
appropriate to the location and production
schedule
2. undertake a visual risk assessment of the site
conditions and take appropriate action to reduce
the risk of any hazards identified
3. position the generator safely in accordance with
local bylaws and level the generator when it is
necessary to do so
4. identify any special cabling requirements necessary
for local conditions
5. establish the distribution requirements from the
person responsible for the lighting
6. where provision for expansion for any third party
is required seek permission to do so
7. carry out pre-energisation tests on the cable
distribution system with regard to polarity and
earthing in accordance with the latest edition of
BS7671 and BS7909
8. start the generator and ensure the controls and
systems function according to manufacturer’s
instructions, prior to electrical energisation
9. establish and adjust the supply frequency and
voltage for the intended production
10. monitor the generator throughout its use in terms
of its:
• phase, balancing and loading
• functioning
• fuel and fluid levels
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