This nationally recognised course trains you to safely perform a rescue from a live low voltage panel and provide emergency life support to a casualty of electrical contact. CPR (HLTAID009) is delivered as a prerequisite and included in the course.

You will learn to assess the scene, establish exclusion zones, isolate power, perform a rescue using insulated equipment, and provide first aid including CPR and AED to an electrical contact casualty — all within a realistic simulated scenario based on a live 3-phase 400V distribution board in a workplace setting.

The course also covers pre-work personal checks, Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) execution, incident documentation, ESO notification obligations, and post-incident review. All rescue techniques align with AS/NZS 4836:2023 (Safe working on or near low-voltage electrical installations and equipment) and applicable state/territory electrical safety legislation. CPR content aligns with current Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines.

Delivered by Nexa Training in Brisbane, Queensland.

This course is designed for anyone who works on or near live low voltage electrical equipment, or who may be required to perform a rescue in an electrical emergency, including:

• Licensed electricians — maintaining currency for work on live or potentially live equipment
• Electrical apprentices — meeting employer and training requirements
• Electrical contractors and supervisors
• Line workers and cable jointers
• Data and communications technicians working near live LV equipment
• Facilities maintenance and building services workers
• Mining and resources electrical workers
• Solar and renewable energy installers

Many employers and state/territory electrical safety regulators require LV rescue and CPR training to be current before workers perform electrical work. Check your specific regulatory and employer requirements.

CPR – HLTAID009

• Emergency Response (DRS ABCD)
• Adult CPR — compressions, ventilations, 30:2 ratio
• Infant CPR — two-finger technique
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED) operation and pad placement
• Regurgitation response and rescuer rotation
• Recovery position

Pre-Work Personal Checks – UETDRMP018

• PPE inspection — Class 0 insulated gloves (rating and test date), safety glasses, closed footwear
• Rescue equipment inspection — rescue hook condition, fire blanket, insulating mat
• SWMS review — isolation points, exclusion zones, emergency equipment locations
• Exclusion zone establishment — Hot, Warm, and Cold Zones
• Team coordination — roles, emergency phrases, communication protocols

LV Rescue Scenario – UETDRMP018

• Scene control and hazard management at a live 3-phase 400V distribution board
• Power isolation — local and remote isolation procedures
• Rescue technique — insulated gloves, rescue hook, safe contact-breaking procedure
• Casualty relocation using safe manual handling
• Emergency communication — calling 000, relaying mechanism of injury
• First aid response — DRSABCD, CPR, AED, burns assessment (entry/exit points)
• Monitoring for delayed cardiac arrhythmia following electrical contact

Incident Reporting & Review – UETDRMP018

• Structured verbal handover to emergency services (ISBAR / IMISTAMBO)
• Incident documentation and scene preservation
• ESO notification obligations and reporting timeframes
• Post-incident debrief and psychological support services

To enrol in this course, you will need:

• A computer, tablet, or smartphone with an inbuilt camera and internet access for the online component
• A valid photo ID (such as a driver's licence or passport)
• The ability to attend our Brisbane training centre for the practical component
• Closed-in shoes (preferably EH rated composite toe work boots) and safety glasses — required for the practical workshop
• A level 2 English Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skill level, use our free LLN Tool to evaluate your abilities
• A Unique Student Identifier (USI), find or get your USI here

There are no formal prerequisite qualifications — you do not need to hold an electrical licence to enrol. If you hold an electrical licence, please bring it for verification. HLTAID009 (CPR) is delivered as part of this course and does not need to be completed separately beforehand.

This course includes physically demanding practical assessments across both CPR and low voltage rescue components. To successfully complete this course, you must be able to:

• Perform at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted CPR on adult and infant manikins placed on the floor, including cycles of chest compressions and rescue breaths (minimum 5 cycles of 30:2)
• Use a rescue hook to break electrical contact — this requires a stable stance, firm grip, and a decisive pulling action
• Manoeuvre a 50 kg rescue dummy to relocate a casualty from the hazard zone to a safe area using safe manual handling techniques
• Don and work in PPE including Class 0 insulated gloves, safety glasses, and closed footwear
• Kneel, bend, and get up and down from the floor repeatedly during CPR and casualty management
• Perform rescue breathing techniques on manikins

The face-to-face practical component runs for approximately 2–2.5 hours and involves sustained physical activity including both CPR and rescue scenarios.

If you have a current injury, medical condition, disability, or limited mobility that may affect your ability to perform these tasks, please contact us at admin@nexatraining.au before enrolling so we can discuss your individual needs and any reasonable adjustments that may be available.

You will be supplied with all relevant training and assessment equipment including:

• Simulated switchboard with isolator and signage (replicating a 3-phase 400V distribution board)
• LV rescue kit — rescue hook, Class 0 insulated gloves (rated 1000V, tested within 6 months)
• Fire blanket and torch
• 50 kg rescue dummy
• Adult and infant resuscitation manikins following ARC guidelines
• AED training device (Automated External Defibrillator simulator)
• Resuscitation masks and barrier devices
• PPE — safety glasses, insulated gloves, barrier devices
• First aid kit
• Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) documentation
• Incident reporting forms

You must bring your own closed-in shoes (preferably EH rated composite toe work boots) and safety glasses.

This course includes both online and practical assessments. You must complete and pass all assessments to receive your certification. CPR competency must be demonstrated before progressing to the LV rescue assessment.

Online assessment: Comprehensive knowledge assessments completed through our online learning platform, covering CPR theory and low voltage rescue procedures. The online component includes completing a risk assessment and reviewing a Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) for the practical scenario — your practical assessment continues directly from this online preparation.

Practical assessment — CPR (HLTAID009): You will demonstrate:

• The full DRSABCD emergency response sequence including recovery position
• Uninterrupted adult CPR for a minimum of 2 minutes (at least 5 cycles of 30:2) on a manikin on the floor
• Uninterrupted infant CPR for a minimum of 2 minutes (at least 5 cycles of 30:2)
• AED operation — pad placement, safety clearance, shock delivery, and paediatric considerations
• Rescuer rotation with minimal interruption to compressions
• Regurgitation response

Practical assessment — LV Rescue (UETDRMP018): You will respond to a simulated electrical contact scenario at a live 3-phase 400V distribution board. This involves:

• Pre-work personal checks — PPE inspection, rescue equipment inspection, SWMS review, exclusion zone setup, and team coordination
• Declaring control of the scene, assessing hazards, and directing bystanders to the Cold Zone
• Identifying and operating the isolation point (local or remote isolation as per SWMS)
• Donning insulated gloves and using a rescue hook to break electrical contact with safe technique
• Relocating the casualty to a safe area using safe manual handling
• Calling 000 and relaying incident details including mechanism of injury (electrical contact — 400V)
• Performing DRSABCD, commencing CPR and applying AED as required
• Assessing for burns at entry and exit points and monitoring for delayed cardiac arrhythmia
• Providing a structured verbal handover to emergency services (ISBAR)
• Completing digital incident documentation including ESO notification and post-incident review

All assessments are conducted in a supportive environment with demonstrations and practice opportunities before formal assessment.

The Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) recommends that CPR competence be refreshed at least every 12 months. Low voltage rescue skills similarly require regular updating to stay current with changing standards, equipment, and workplace procedures. Because competency in both CPR and rescue techniques changes over time, Nexa Training views RPL (which might accept older evidence) as not suitable for ensuring candidates have current, up-to-date emergency response skills.

Accordingly RPL is NOT offered to candidates of this course.

For further information, please contact Nexa Training by emailing us at admin@nexatraining.au

Who needs low voltage rescue training?

Anyone who works on or near live low voltage electrical equipment, or who may be required to perform a rescue in an electrical emergency. This includes licensed electricians, electrical apprentices, contractors, line workers, data and communications technicians, facilities maintenance workers, and solar installers. Many employers and state/territory electrical safety regulators require LV rescue and CPR to be current before electrical work is performed.

Do I need an electrical licence to do this course?

No. There are no prerequisite qualifications for this course. You do not need to hold an electrical licence to enrol. If you do hold a licence, please bring it to the practical session for verification purposes.

Is CPR included or do I need to do it separately?

CPR (HLTAID009) is included in this course and delivered as part of the practical workshop. You do not need to complete CPR separately beforehand. You will receive a Statement of Attainment for both UETDRMP018 and HLTAID009 on successful completion.

How long does the course take?

The course includes approximately 3 hours of online pre-course learning and a face-to-face practical workshop of approximately 2–2.5 hours, for a total of around 5–5.5 hours. The online component includes a risk assessment and Safe Work Method Statement that directly feeds into the practical scenario. You must complete the course within 3 months of commencing.

What happens in the practical workshop?

You will first demonstrate CPR competency (adult and infant CPR, AED use), then progress to the LV rescue component. The rescue assessment is a continuous simulated scenario at a 3-phase 400V distribution board — you will perform pre-work checks, respond to an electrical contact emergency, execute a rescue using insulated equipment, provide first aid, and complete incident documentation. The scenario continues directly from the risk assessment and SWMS you completed during online learning.

How often do I need to renew?

HLTAID009 (CPR) requires annual renewal as recommended by the Australian Resuscitation Council. UETDRMP018 (LV Rescue) renewal frequency varies — check your employer requirements and state/territory electrical safety regulator for specific obligations. Many employers require LV rescue to be renewed annually or every 2 years. Electrical licence holders should also check CPD requirements with their state regulator.

Is this course physically demanding?

Yes. This is the most physically demanding course in our catalogue. You must perform at least 2 minutes of uninterrupted CPR on manikins on the floor (adult and infant), use a rescue hook to break electrical contact, manoeuvre a 50 kg rescue dummy, and work in PPE for the duration of the rescue scenario. If you have any injuries or conditions that may affect your ability to perform these tasks, contact us before enrolling.

What do I need to bring to the practical session?

Bring a valid photo ID, your electrical licence (if you hold one), closed-in shoes (preferably EH rated composite toe work boots), and safety glasses. All other equipment including rescue gear and CPR manikins is supplied. Ensure your online pre-course learning is completed before attending.

Where is the practical training held?

Face-to-face practical training is delivered at our training centre in Brisbane, Queensland. 1/11 Buchanan Road, Banyo, 4104

How much does the course cost?

The course is $140 (GST free), which includes both UETDRMP018 and HLTAID009, all online learning materials, face-to-face training, assessment, rescue equipment, and both Statements of Attainment.

I already have current CPR — can I skip the CPR component?

No. CPR (HLTAID009) is delivered as a prerequisite within this course, and you must demonstrate CPR competency during the practical workshop before progressing to the LV rescue assessment. This ensures your CPR skills are assessed to current ARC standards on the same day as your rescue training. You will receive a new HLTAID009 Statement of Attainment as part of the course.

What is the difference between UETDRMP018 and UETDRRF004?

UETDRMP018 (Perform Rescue from a Live Low Voltage Panel) focuses specifically on rescue from live LV panels and distribution boards. UETDRRF004 (Perform Rescue from a Live LV Panel) is a superseded unit with a similar scope. If your employer or regulator specifies UETDRMP018, this is the current unit. If you are unsure which unit you need, contact us or check with your employer.