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9. Be familiar with the selection of
appropriate types and sizes of
cable for a particular installation.
10. Know the different types of
electrical measuring instruments
used for machine maintenance
and the application of such
instruments.
11. Be aware of the importance of
fixing an isolator or fuse switch
before the starter or circuitbreaker.
II. Trade Skill: Be competent in:
1. Installing and maintaining all
electrical installations in a
spinning mill.
2. Dismantling electrical equipment
in order to examine for mechanical
and/or electrical faults and
in making repairs, also deciding
whether replacement of parts is
necessary.
3. Interpreting manufacturers* wiring
diagrams for electrical equipment
used in a spinning mill.
4. Using hand tools and electrical
measuring instruments.
5. Jointing and soldering various
types and sizes of cable, mounting
of switchgear and distribution
boards.
6. Solving simple electrical calculations
involving factory distribution
systems.
III. Skill Standard:
Factories should make their own
standards but in general a competent
electrician should be capable of planning
and constructing simple installations
without supervision and be able
to test and service any part of an
electrical installation in a spinning
mill.
IV. Trade Tests:
1. Joint and solder various types of
cable.