Audit
Ask the residential customer to switch off main power isolation switch?
Check that calibration dates of the following were current prior to proceeding (test and tag)?
Abnormal voltage detection device (AVDD)?
Earth reel?
Bonding straps?
Undertake self check of AVDD?
Undertake self check of AVDD whilst connected to Earth Reel?
Push earth steak into ground at least 1.5m away from line?
Undertake condition test of low voltage insulated gloves?
Fit low voltage insulated gloves & rigger gloves prior to attaching AVDD or bridging conductors to service line?
Connect elephant clip to test point ensuring good contact?
Check AVDD for presence of an alarm (will alarm itself if 5V or greater is present)?
Check AVDD Earth by pressing button to demonstrate continuity and therefore adequacy?
Ask candidate what they should do if an alarm sounds. Is response correct?
Ensure unit & earth cable are placed in best position to prevent trip hazard?
Wearing protective gloves, proceed to attach bridging conductor either side of service line being worked on?
Removal of bridging conductor (gloves on)?
Removal of AVDD (gloves on - after power has been switched back on if it was switched off)?