Wireman Syllabus Nita

NATIONAL INDUSTRIAL TRAINING AUTHORITY (NITA)
2017
MINISTRYOF LABOUR
NATIONAL INDUSTRIAL TRAINING COUNCIL
DIRECTORATE OF INDUSTRIAL TRAINING
NATINAL TRADE TEST SCHEME
TRADE TEST ASSESMENT GUIDELINES
ELECTRICAL WIRE MAN
Soft copy by: Mr. Dan Olela doneolela@yahoo.com
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GRADE III
3.1.0 INTRODUCTION
The grade III electrical wireman skills is developed to test competencies of persons engaged in
the electrical industry in order to order to standardize their operation and certify them for their
suitability to carry put tasks expected at the level. The skill area takes into consideration the
knowledge requirements, practical competence and attitudes necessary in the job performance.
Persons at this level of competence have useful skills which are required for the performance of
routine task applicable in the trade.
A grade III person is a skilled operator with knowledge of technique and appropriate tools which
are needed to perform a job with efficiency and understanding.
The level requires the operator to have basic principles and good understanding of safety
procedures, tools, equipment, and materials in order to perform to desired quality, standards and
to minimize on production cost.
3.2.0 Major Area Of Functional Competency
The major area of competency for this level will be installation and wiring of single phase
electrical supply systems.
3.3.0 Basic Areas of Functional Competency
i. Work place safety and procedures

ii. Tools and equipment
iii. Cables, PVC conduits and mini trunking
iv. Lighting and power circuits.
3.3.1 WORK PLACE SAFETY AND PROCEDURES

3.3.1.1 Performance objectives
a. Explain potential hazards in the use of materials and equipment in work situations
b. Demonstrate knowledge of the responsibilities/ role and relationship of employer and
employee in reference to health and safety at work act.
c. Observe safety in work preparation and execution
d. Apply the relevant statutory and non statutory regulations to electrical installations.
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3.3.1.2 Knowledge Requirements
a) Recognize and explain potential accidents and their causes
I. Electric shock- exposed electrical conductors

II. Burns- heat producing electrical appliances left un- attended
III. Falls – slippery floors, loose cables and other lying on floors blocking walkways.
IV. Cuts – using sharp cutting tools wrongly
V. Improperly supported ladders.
b) Describe working procedures and safety precautions regarding
i. Protection of eyes
ii. Protection of the head
iii. Causes of accidents
 Slippery floors
 Sharp objects
 Naked exposed electrical conductors
 Obstruction
 Improperly supported ladders
c. State the dangers caused by electricity
d. Know that fires are caused due to.
i. Sparking from electrical contacts in flammable environment

ii. Heating of conductors from excess current resulting in damage to installation or
equipment causing fire.
e. Outline the causes of electric shock- Live conductor in contact with body causes electric
current to flow through the body hence electric shock
f. Observe safety measures in the work place
g. Use first aid kit
i. The content and use of first aid kit

ii. These include Elastoplast, bandages, pair of scissors, razor blades, pain killers,
anticeptics and cotton wool.
iii. The first aid kit is used to perform minor treatment in the workplace.
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h. Personal safety precautions
i. Use of appropriate clothing in the workplace- wearing overall, googles, helmet, boots and
gloves.
ii. Observing rules in workplaces regarding switches on circuit before they are checked
i. Safety for others in the workplace
Consider safety for others in respect to; usage of tools, good house keeping, warning and
prevention of danger.
3.3.1.3Practical competencies
a. Demonstrate the ability to select and wear the correct safety gear.
b. Identify proper clothing for various electronic task in order to offer protection of the body
against
i. Dirt
ii. Dust
iii. Grease
iv. Flying chips
c. Wear gloves to protect hands against
i. Abrasions due to rough surfaces
ii. Burns from hot substances and objects
iii. Cuts from sharp objects
iv. Greasy and oily substances
d. Put on shoes to protect against
i. Sharp objects which may cause pricking
ii. Falling objects
iii. Leaking oils and grease on floors
e. Protect eyes by putting on goggles and or shields against
i. Fling chips during grinding
ii. Chemical splashes
iii. Welding flashes
f. Protect the head against
i. Falling objects using helmets
ii. Noise level using ear muffles
iii. Noise masks
g. Demonstrate safety precautions for others in the work place
h. While observing personal safety, it is also important that safety for others is considered
with respect to the usage of tools, good house keeping and displaying and warning danger
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i. Demonstrate the types of artificial respiratory methods as
i. Kiss of life( Mouth- mouth) – the victim is assisted in the breathing by inhaling
and exhaling until normal breath is restored
ii. Cardiac arrest (Holger Nielsen) – the chest is compressed with a view of reviving
heart pulses.
j. Demonstrate use of various types of fire extinguishers as
i. Foam for oil fires
ii. Blanket
iii. Carbon dioxide for electrical based fires
iv. Sand for general fires
v. Water
vi. Dry powder
k. Recognize potential accidents and their causes due to:
i. Electric shock – exposed electrical conductors
ii. Burns – heat producing electrical appliances left un attended
iii. Falls – slippery floors, loose cables and other lying on floor blocking walkways
iv. Cuts – using sharp cutting tools wrongly
v. Improperly supported ladders
l. Prevent damages of electricity due to:
i. Electric shock
ii. Electric fire
m. Demonstrate the use of first aid kit in case of accident in the workplace
n. Demonstrate knowledge of responsibility of employer and employee with reference to
Factory’s Act, Workman’s Compensation Act, Occupation Health and Safety Act.
i. Work in a well ventilated place
ii. Work in a well lit place
iii. Clear walk ways.
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3.3.2 TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

3.3.2.1 Performance Objectives
a. List the correct tools for the work at hand

b. Explain safe use, care and maintenance of tools
c. Demonstrate safe and correct and efficient use of tools and equipment
3.3.2.2 Knowledge Requirement
a. List the correct tools for the work at hand
i. Hacksaw
ii. Electricians pliers
iii. Plumb bob and line
iv. Clasp knife
v. Spirit level
vi. Wood chisels
vii. Rule
viii. Ratchet brace and bits
ix. Tack hammer
x. Spanners
xi. Ball pain hammer
xii. 500V- megger
xiii. Screw driver
xiv. Hand and power drill machines
xv. Bradawl
xvi. Conduit vice
xvii. Side cutters
xviii. Bending machine
xix. Files
xx. Stock and die
xxi. Cold chisels
xxii. Blow lamp
xxiii. Soldering iron
xxiv. Ladders
xxv. Wrenches
xxvi. Twist drills
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b. Explain safe use, care and maintenance of tools
i. Hacksaw
iv. Clasp knife
v. Spirit level
vi. Wood chisels
vii. Rule
ix. Tack hammer
x. Spanners
xii. 500V- megger
xiii. Screw driver
xv. Bradawl
xvi. Conduit vice
xvii. Side cutters
xix. Files
xx. Stock and die
xxi. Cold chisels
xxii. Blow lamp
xxiv. Ladders
xxv. Wrenches
xxvi. Twist drills
c. Explain potential accidents/ hazards when handling tools
i. Selection of tools
ii. Misuse of tools
iii. Worn out tools
iv. Bad working habits (ignorance, carelessness, overconfidence)
v. Sharp tools
vi. Ladders
vii. Untidy working areas
d. Explain procedures for care, maintenance and storage of tools
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i. Cleaning
ii. Oiling
iii. Sharpening
3.3.2.3 Practical Competence
a. Identify and use tools and equipment for various tasks
i. Hacksaw
iv. Clasp knife
v. Spirit level
vi. Wood chisels
vii. Rule
ix. Tack hammer
x. Spanners
xii. 500V- megger
xiii. Screw driver
xv. Bradawl
xvi. Conduit vice
xvii. Side cutters
xix. Files
xx. Stock and die
xxi. Cold chisels
xxii. Blow lamp
xxiv. Ladders
xxv. Wrenches
xxvi. Twist drills
b. Recognise potential accidents and their causes due to:
i. Poor house keeping

ii. Slippery floors
iii. Obstructions
iv. Exposed conductors
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3.3.3 CABLES, CONDUITS AND MINI TRUNKING

3.3.3.1 Performance Objectives
a. Demonstrate knowledge of types of cables, PVC conduits, mini trunking and their
accessories
b. Make cable joints and termination into accessories
c. Install various single phase circuits using cables, PVC conduits, PVC mini trunking and
their accessories
3.3.3.2 Knowledge requirements

a) Types of cables
i. Colour code
ii. Parts of cable
iii. Classification of cables- by construction- cores/ multicores and strands
iv. Classification of cables =- bay application
b) Types of PVC conduits (light, heavy, sizes)

c) Mini trunking
d) Cables joints and terminations
i) Types of cable joints
 Bell hangers
 Married
 Britania
 T joint
 Telegraph
 Scarfe
ii) Types of Terminations
 Bolt and nuts

 Pillar
 Eye let
e) Knowledge of IEE regulations with respect to cables, conduits and trunking

3.3.3.3 Practical competence
a. Correct types of cables for a particular installation

b. Soldering (application of solder and flux , solder removal, solder lugs)
c. Crimping to terminate lug
d. Firmness and electrical continuity for terminations/ joints
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e. PVC conduits accessories (end boxes, T- boxes, elbow, 4-way box, through
boxes, coupler, bushes and saddles)
f. Install PVC conduit work.
3.3.4 LIGHTING AND POWER CIRCUITS

a. Demonstrate knowledge of lighting and power systems
b. Install lighting and power final circuits in PVC sheathed surface wiring
c. Install domestic power circuits
d. Install lighting and power final circuits in PVC conduits comprising:
i. Wiring accessories
ii. Earthing and protection
iii. Installation testing
e. Explain the functions and application of domestic appliances

a. Lighting circuits
i. Three plate ceiling rose
ii. One way switching using joint box and loop- in methods
iii. Two way switching
iv. Two way and intermediate switching
v. Master switch
b. Power circuits
i. Radial
ii. Ring
iii. Ring and spur
c. Accessories for lighting and power final circuits
i. Consumer control unit
ii. Ceiling roses
iii. Lamp holders
iv. 5 amp switches
v. 13 amp socket outlets
vi. 13 amp top plug
vii. Cooker unit
viii. Water heater unit
d. Materials used in installation of lighting and power final circuits
i. Wood screws
ii. Boxes
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iii. Insulated staples
iv. Metal clips
v. Tack nails
vi. Insulating tapes
vii. Connectors
viii. Raw plugs
ix. Saddles
x. Couplers
xi. Conduit
xii. Cables
xiii. Mini trunking
xiv. Bushes
e. Domestic appliances
i. Iron box
ii. Water heaters
iii. Cookers
iv. Toasters
v. Instant water heaters
vi. Domestic mixers
f. Factors for consideration in wiring systems
i. Durability
ii. Cost
iii. Flexibility
iv. Types of building
v. Disposition
vi. Ambient temperature
vii. Safety
viii. Appearance
ix. Utility
g. Types of wiring systems
i. Sheathed surface wiring system
ii. PVC conduit wiring system
iii. Mini trunking
h. Wiring accessories
i. Parts of an earthing system
i. Earth electrode
ii. Earth continuity conductor ECC/ Circuit protective conductor CPC
iii. Earth lead
iv. Fuse / circuit breaker
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v. Boding of metal parts
j. Testing of an electrical installation
k. Inspection of an installation
i. Visual inspection
ii. Checking abrasions
iii. Loose terminations
l. Installation testing
i. Polarity test
ii. Earthing test
iii. Insulation resistance test
iv. Ring circuit continuity test
m. IEE regulations requirements regarding:
i. Lighting circuits
ii. Power circuits
iii. Testing
iv. Earthing
3.3.4.3 Practical competency

a. Cable size for lighting and power circuits
b. Lighting points controlled from two independent positions and an intermediate switch
c. Lighting circuits with the lighting points controlled from two independent positions
d. Methods of wiring lighting circuits
i. Use of three plate ceiling rose
ii. Looping – in method
iii. Joint box
e. Rating of the protective device for lighting and power circuits
f. Choice of wiring system for a particular installation
g. PVC conduit installation
i. Accessories
ii. Cutting
iii. Bending –use of bending spring to make
 900 bend
 450 bend
 Off sets
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h. Single phase power circuits in
i. Radial
ii. Ring
iii. Ring with spurs
i. Installation of PVC conduit
i. Marking out
ii. Fixing of sandles
iii. Fixing of boxes and other accessories
j. Installation of mini trunking

i. Marking out
ii. Fixing
k. Use of steel tape to draw in cables in a PVC conduit installations
l. Termination of cables in accessories
m. Earthing system for a given installation
n. Bond metallic parts of the earthing system
o. Earthing tests
i. Earth continuity test
ii. Earth electrode resistance test
iii. Erath loop impendence test
p. Application of I.E.E regulations with reference to earthing.
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GRADE II
2.0 INTRODUCTION:
The grade II electrical wireman skill is developed to test competencies of persons engaged in the
electrical industry in order to standardize their operations and certify them for their suitability to
carryout tasks expected at the level. The skil area takes into consideration the knowledge
requirements, practical competencies and attitudes necessary in job performance. Persons at the
level of competence have significant and broad scope of skills. Their functions require the
performance of tasks carried out in different contexts.
A grade II person is a skilled operator with experience gained at the workplace after attaining
grade III qualifications and the knowledge of technique and appropriate tools which are needed
to perform a job with efficiency and confidence.
The level requires the operator to have mastered basic principles and good understanding of
safety procedures, tools, equipment and materialsin order to perform to desired quality standards.
The grade II operator should be able to work with minimal supervision on single phase and three
phase installations.
2.1 MAJOR AREAS OF FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCY

The grade II electrical wireman is expected to be competent in the following:
i. Industrial installations
ii. Call and alarm circuits.
2.3 Basic areas of functional competency
i. Workplace and safety procedures

ii. Tools, equipment and measuring instruments
iii. Switch gear, factory lighting and power circuits
iv. Discharge lamp circuits
v. Earthing , protection and testing of industrial and commercial installations
vi. Call and alarm circuits.
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2.3.1 WORK PLACE AND SAFETY PROCEDURE

Explain potential hazards in the use of materials and equipment in work situations
Demonstrate knowledge of the responsibilities/ role and relationship of employer and employee
in reference to health and safety at work Act.
Observe safety in work preparation and execution.
Apply the relevant statutory regulations to electrical installations.

a. Recognize and explain potential accidents and their causes
iii. Falls – slippery floors, loose cables and other lying on floors blocking walkways
iv. Cuts – using sharp cutting tools wrongly.
v. Improperly supported ladders.
b. Describe working procedures and safety precautions regarding
ii. Protection of head
iv. Slippery floors
v. Sharp objects
vi. Naked electrical conductors
vii. Obstruction
viii. Improperly supported ladders
d. Know that fire are caused due to
ii. Heating of conductors from excess current resulting in damage to
installation or equipment causing fire.
e. Outline the causes of electric shock- live conductor in contact with body causes
electric current to flow through the body hence electric shock
g. Use first aid kit:
ii. These include Elastoplast, bandages and pair of scissors, razor blades, pain
killers, antiseptics and cotton wool.
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iii. The first aid kit is used to perform minor treatment in the work place
i. Use appropriate clothing in the work place – wearing overalls, goggles,
helmet, boots and gloves
ii. Observing rules in workplaces regarding switches on circuits before they
are checked.
iii. Using correct tools for correct jobs
iv. Know where the emergency stop buttons are located in the work place.
i. Demonstrate the types of artificial respiratory methods as:
i. Kiss of life (mouth - mouth) the victim is assisted in the breathing by
inhaling and exhaling until normal breathing restored.
ii. Cardiac arrest (Holger Nielsen) – the chest is compressed with view of
reviving heart pulses.
i. Foam for oil fires
ii. Blanket
iii. Carbon dioxide for electrical based fires
v. Water
vi. Dry powder
k. Recognize potential accidents and their causes due to:
ii. Burns- heat producing electrical appliances left un- attended
iii. Falls – slippery floors, loose cables and other lying on floor blocking walk
ways.
l. Prevent damages of electricity due to:
i. Electric shock
ii. Electric fire
m. Demonstrate the use of first aid kit in case of accident in the work place
n. Demonstrate knowledge of responsibility of employer and employee with
reference to Factory’s Act, Workman’s compensation Act , occupational Health
and Safety Act
iii. Clear walk ways
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2.3.2 TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND MEASURING INSTRUMENT
Select the correct tools for the work at hand.
Describe the safe use, care and maintenance of tools.
Demonstrate the correct use and maintenance of work place equipment.
Identify and describe measuring instrument (digital and analogue).
Demonstrate the safe use of measuring instrument (digital and analogue).
2.3.2.2 Knowledge requirement
a. Selection of the correct tool for work at hand
i. Hacksaw
ii. Electricians’ pliers
iv. Clasp knife
v. Spirit level
vi. Wood chisels
vii. Rule
viii. Ratchet brase and bits
ix. Tack hammer
x. Spanners
xii. 500V_Megger
xiii. Screw driver
xiv. Hand and power drilling machines
xv. Bradawl
xvi. Conduit vice
xvii. Side cutters
xix. Files
xx. Stocks and dies
xxi. Cold chisels
xxii. Blow lamp
xxiv. Ladders
xxv. Wrenches
xxvi. Twist drills
xxvii. Tong tester
xxviii. Continuity tester
xxix. Earth resistance tester
xxx. Earth loop impedance tester
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xxxi. Multimeter
b. Safe use, care and maintenance of tools
i. Hacksaw
iv. Clasp knife
v. Spirit level
vi. Wood chisel
vii. Rule
ix. Tack hammer
x. Spanners
xii. 500V_megger
xiii. Screw driver
xiv. Hand and power drilling machine
xv. Bradawl
xvi. Conduit vice
xvii. Side cutters
xix. Files
xx. Stock and die
xxi. Cold chisel
xxii. Blow lamp
xxiv. Ladders
xxv. Wrenches
xxvi. Twist drills
xxvii. Tong tester
xxx. Earth loop impedance tester
xxxi. Multi-meter
c. Correct use and maintenance of work place equipment.
i. Cleaning
ii. Oiling
iii. Sharpening
iv. Repair
v. Storage
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d. Measuring instrument(digital and analogue)
i. Tong tester
ii. Continuity tester
iii. Earth resistance tester
iv. Earth loop impedance tester
v. Multi-meter
e. Use of measuring instrument(digital and analogue)
i. Tong tester
v. Multi-meter
2.3.3 SWITCHGEAR, FACTORY LIGHTING AND POWER CIRCUITS

i. Demonstrate knowledge of switchgear arrangement in industrial installations.

ii. Install switchgear in industrial installations.
iii. Service and maintain switchgear in industrial installations
iv. Demonstrate knowledge of lighting and power circuit in industrial premises.
v. Install lighting and power circuit in industrial premises.
vi. Carry out functional test on lighting and power circuit in industrial premises.
vii. Diagnosed and repair faults using proper procedures
a. Switchgear arrangement
i. Single phase
ii. Three phase
iii. Rising mains
b. Installation of switchgear
i. Bus bar arrangement
ii. Termination of wiring
iii. Testing
iv. Operation
c. Service and maintenance of switchgear
i. Fault history
ii. Visual inspection for loose connections and damaged cable
iii. Short circuit test
iv. Open circuit test
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v. Earth continuity test
d. Lighting and power circuit
i. Switching arrangement
ii. Circuit components
iii. Stroboscopic effects
iv. Cable sizes
v. Accessories
vi. Protection
vii. Earthing
viii. Relevant I.E.E. Regulation
e. Installation of lighting and power circuits
i. Types of wiring systems
ii. One-way switching
iii. Two-way switching
iv. Intermediate switching
v. Master switching
vi. Radial circuits
vii. Ring circuits
viii. Ring with spur circuits
ix. Tests on completed installation
a) Polarity tests
b) Earthing tests
c) Insulation tests
d) Ring continuity test
a. Installation of switch gear

i. Bus bar arrangement
ii. Termination of wiring
iii. Testing
iv. Operation service and maintenance of switchgear
i. Fault history
ii. Visual inspection for loose connection and damaged
cables
b. Lighting and power circuits

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i. Switching arrangement
ii. Circuit components
iii. Stroboscopic effect
iv. Cable sizes
v. Accessories
vi. Protection
vii. Earthing
viii. Relevant I.E.E. Regulations
c. installation of lighting and power circuits
i. one-way switching
ii. two-way switching
iii. intermediate switching
iv. master switching
v. radial circuit
vi. ring circuit
vii. ring with a spur circuit
viii. test on completed installation
 polarity test
 earthing test
 insulation test
 ring continuity test
ix. Fault diagnoses, repair and maintenance
2.3.4 DISCHARGE LAMPS

a. Demonstrate knowledge of industrial and commercial lighting circuit

b. Install industrial commercial lighting circuit
c. Diagnose, repair and maintain industrial and commercial lighting circuit
d. Carry out test in industrial and commercial lighting circuit.

a. Types of industrial and commercial lighting circuits.
i. Fluorescent lamps
ii. High pressure mercury vapour lamp
iii. Cold cathode neon lamp
iv. Tungsten halogen
v. Relevant IEE regulation
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a) Installation of installation and commercial lighting circuit

i. Fluorescent lamps
ii. High pressure mercury vapour lamp
iii. Cold cathode neon lamp
iv. Tungsten halogen
v. Safety precaution in regard to industrial and commercial lighting circuit
vi. Relevant IEE regulations
b. Fault diagnoses repair and maintenance of industrial and commercial lighting circuits
i. Fault history
ii. Visual inspection for loose connection and damaged cables
c. Inspection and tests in industrial and commercial lighting circuit
ii. Polarity tests
iii. Earthing tests
iv. Insulation tests
v. Continuity test
2.3.5 EARTHING PROTECTION AND TESTING OF INDUSTRIAL AND

COMMERCIAL
a) Demonstrate knowledge of earthing, protection and testing of industrial and

commercial installation
b) Carry out earthing of industrial and commercial installation.
c) Install protective devices in industrial and commercial installations
d) Perform relevant tests in industrial and commercial installation
a. Need for protection

b. Need for earthing
c. Parts of an earthing system
d. Methods of earthing
i. PME (TN-C-S)
ii. TN-S
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iii. TT
e. Methods of earth leakage protection
i. Double insulation
ii. All insulation
iii. Earthing of exposed metal parts
iv. Isolation of metal
f. Protective device
i. Excess current
ii. Over\under voltage
iii. Earth leakage
2.3.5.3 Practical Competency
a. Earthing of industrial and commercial installation

i. PME (TN-C-S)
ii. TN-S
iii. TT
b. Installation of protective devices in industrial and commercial installation
i. Excess current
ii. Over\under voltage
iii. Earth leakage
c. Test on industrial and commercial installations.
ii. Polarity tests
iii. Earthing tests
iv. Continuity tests
2.3.6 CALL AND ALARM CIRCUITS

Demonstrate knowledge of call and alarm circuits
Demonstrate knowledge of IEE regulations relevant to call and alarm circuit
Install call and alarm circuits
Service, repair and maintain call and alarm circuits
a) Types of call and alarm circuits
i. Open circuits
ii. Closed circuits
b)Types of indicators and sounders
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i. Electronic indicator
ii. Electrical replacement
iii. Sirens
iv. Buzzers
v. Bells
vi. Hooters
c) Relevant IEE regulation
i. Bell transformers
ii. Earthing
iii. Segregation

a) Call and alarm circuits
i. Open circuits
 Actuators
 Relays
ii) Closed circuits
 Actuators
 Relays
b) Indicators
i. Electronic indicator
ii. Electrical replacement
iii. Sirens
iv. Buzzers
v. Bells
vi. Hooters
c) Service, repair and maintenance
i. Fault diagnoses
ii. Fault repair
iii. Circuit maintenance
iv. Relevant IEE regulation.
GRADE I
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The grade I electrical wireman skills is developed to test competencies of person s engaged in the
electrical industry in order to standardize their operations and certify them for their suitability to
carry out tasks expected at the level. The skill area takes into consideration the knowledge
requirements, practical competencies and attitudes necessary in job performance.
Persons at this level of competence have wide experience and a broad range of useful skills.
Their functions require the performance of tasks involving advanced skills with superior
craftsmanship.
A grade I person is a skilled operator with knowledge of technique and appropriate tools needed
to perform a job with efficiency and is qualified to supervise the work of others.
The level requires the operator to have wide knowledge of electrical principles and good
understanding of safety procedures, tools, equipments and materials in order to perform to
desired quality standards. The operator should be conversant with single phase and three phase
circuits and machine controls, special installations and cables of designing estimating and
costing electrical installation work.
The grade I operator should be capable of designing installation circuit wiring diagrams and
motor control circuits. The operator will also be able to competently diagnose faults in electrical
installation and electrical appliances and carry out necessary repairs effectively.
1.1 MAJOR AREAS OF FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCY

The grade I electrical wireman is expected to be proficient in the performance of specialized
tasks requiring high level of skills related to electrical Installation.
a. Machine installation and controls
b. Special installations
c. Overhead and underground distribution systems
d. Electrical installation design, estimating and costing.
1.2 BASIC AREAS OF FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCY.
The areas of competency for the level include:
a. Work place and safety procedures
b. Tools, equipment and measuring instruments
c. Machine installations
d. Installations in hazardous areas
e. Caravan sites and caravan installations
f. Overhead distributions
g. Underground installations
h. Electrical designs
i. Estimating and costing
1.3.1 WORK PLACE AND SAFETY PROCEDURES

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a. Explain potential hazards in the use of materials and equipments in work situations
b. Demonstrate knowledge of the responsibilities / role and relationships of employer and
employee in reference to health and safety at work Act.
c. Observe safety in work preparation and execution
d. Apply the relevant statutory and non statutory regulations to electrical installation.
a. Recognize and explain potential accidents and their causes

i. Electric shock- exposed electrical conductors
iii. Falls – slippery floors, loose cables and other lying on the floors and blocking walkways
v. Improperly supported ladders.
b. Describe working procedures and safety precautions regarding
ii. Protection of head
 Slippery floors
 Sharp objects
 Naked exposed electrical conductors
 Obstruction
 Improperly supported ladder
d. Know that fires are caused due to;
ii. Heating of conductors from excess current resulting in damage to installation or
equipments causing fire.
e. Outline the causes of electrical shock- live conductor in contact with body causes electric
current to flow through the body hence electric shock
g. Use first aid kit
ii. These include Elastoplasts, bandages, pair of scissors, razor blade, pain killers,
antiseptics and cotton wool.
iii. The first aid kit is used to perform minor treatment in the workplace
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i. Use of appropriate clothing in the workplace – wearing overalls, goggles, helmet,
boots and gloves
ii. Observing rules in work places regarding switches on circuits before they are
checked
iii. Using correct tool for the correct jobs
iv. Know where emergency stop buttons are located in the work place.
i. Safety for others in the work place
Consider safety for others in respect to; usage of tools, good housekeeping, warning, and
prevention of danger.
1.3.1.3 Practical Competencies.
a. Demonstrate the ability to select and wear the correct safety gear
b. Identify proper clothing for various electronics tasks in order to offer protection of the
body against
i. Dirt
ii. Dust
iii. Grease
iv. Flying chips
c. Wear gloves to protect hands against

i. Abrasions due to rough surfaces
ii. Burns from hot substances and objects
iii. Cuts from sharp objects
iv. Greasy and oily substances
d. Put on shoes to protect against
i. Sharp objects which may cause pricking
ii. Falling objects
iii. Leaking oils and grease on floors
e. Protect eyes by putting on goggles and /or shields against
i. Flying chips during grinding
ii. Chemical splashes
iii. Welding flashes
f. Protect the head against
i. Falling objects
ii. Noise levels using ear muffles
iii. Nose masks
g. Demonstrate safety precautions for others in the work place.
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h. While observing personal safety, it is also important that safety for others is
considered with respect to the usage of tools, good housekeeping and displaying and
warning of danger.
i. Demonstrate the types of artificial respiratory method as
i. Kiss of life (mouth to mouth) – the victim is assisted in the breathing by
inhaling until normal breathing is restored.
ii. Cardiac arrest (Holger Nielsen) –the chest is compressed with a view of
reviving heart pulses.
i. Foam
ii. Blanket
iii. Carbon dioxide for electrical fires
v. Water
vi. Dry powder
k. Recognize potential accidents and their causes due to
ii. Burns – heat producing electrical appliances left un- attended
iii. Falls – slippery floors, loose cables and other lying on blocking ways.
iv. Cuts – Using sharp cutting tools wrongly
l. Prevent damages of electricity due to
i. Electric shock
ii. Electric fire
m. Demonstrate the use of first aid kit in case of accident in the work place
n. Demonstrate knowledge of responsibility of employer and employee with reference to
Factory’s act, Workman Compensation Act, Occupational Health and safety Act
iii. Clear walk ways.
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1.3.2 TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND MEASURING INSTRUMENTS

a. Select the correct tools for the work at hand
b. Describe the safe use, care and maintenance of tools.
c. Demonstrate the correct use and maintenance of work place equipment.
d. Identify and describe measuring instruments (digital and analogue)
e. Demonstrate the safe use of measuring instruments (digital and analogue)
a. Selection of the correct tool for work at hand.
i. Hacksaw
iv. Clasp knife
v. Sprit level
vi. Wood chisel
vii. Rule
ix. Tack hammer
x. 500V – megger
xi. Screw driver
xii. Hand and power drilling machines
xiii. Bradawl
xiv. Conduit vice
xv. Side cutters
xvi. Bending machine
xvii. Files
xviii. Stock and dies
xix. Cold chisels
xx. Blow lamp
xxi. Soldering iron
xxii. Ladders
xxiii. Wrenches
xxiv. Twist drills
xxv. Tong tester
xxvi. Continuity tester
xxvii. Earth loop impendence tester
xxviii. Multi meter
xxix. Insulation tester
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xxx. Ductor tester
xxxi. Feeler gauge
xxxii. Spring balance
xxxiii. Straight gauge
xxxiv. String line
b. Safe use, care and maintenance of tools.
i. Hacksaw
iv. Clasp knife
v. Sprit level
vi. Wood chisel
vii. Rule
ix. Tack hammer
x. Spanners
xii. 500V – megger
xiii. Screw driver
xiv. Hand and power drilling machines
xv. Bradawl
xvi. Conduit vice
xvii. Side cutters
xix. Files
xx. Stock and dies
xxi. Cold chisels
xxii. Blow lamp
xxiv. Ladders
xxv. Wrenches
xxvi. Twist drills
xxvii. Tong tester
xxx. Earth loop impendence tester
xxxi. Multi miter
c. Correct use and maintenance of work place equipment.
i. Cleaning
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ii. Oiling
iii. Sharpening
iv. Repair
v. Storage
vi. Ladder handling
d. Measuring instruments (digital and analogue)
i. Tong tester
iv. Earth loop impendence tester
v. Multi- meter.
e. Use of measuring instruments (digital and analogue)
i. Tong tester
v. Multi- meter.
1.3.3. MACHINE INSTALLATIONS

a. Demonstrate knowledge of machines

b. Mount machines in pedestals
c. Test the functioning of machine.
d. Service, repair and maintain machines.
a. Knowledge of machines
i) Types of machines
Single phase and three phase motors
AC single phase and three phase generators
Single phase and three transformers
ii) Construction of machines
Single phase and three phase motor
Ac single phase and three phase generators
Single phase and three phase transformers
Machine enclosures
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Machine cooling methods
iii) Operation of machines
Single phase and three phase generators
Single phase and three phase transformers.
a. Machine mounting
i. Correct mounting
ii. Leveling
iii. Alignment to drives (belts, pulleys chains)
iv. Safety precautions
v. Termination
vi. Mechanical inspection
 Visible check of machines for mechanical damage
 Correct alignment
 Air gap (with feeler gauge)
 Mechanical operation of switch gear and control gear (contact conditions
and pressure)
 Grade and level of oil (dash pots)
vii. Electrical inspection
 Connection of the machinery
 Protective conductor continuity
 Insulation resistance test
 Correct rating
 Correct motor over load current setting
 Listen for knocks and strange noises
 Check for functionability
b. Machine controls
i. Types of starters
 Direct on line starters, DOL
 Star delta starter
 Rotor resistance
ii. Methods of motor starting
 Forward – reverse (to include remote start / stop)
 Inching /jogging (to include remote start/stop)
iii. Service, repair and maintenance of motor control systems.
iv. Relevant IEE regulations.
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1.3.4 INSTALLATION IN HEZARDOUS AREAS
1.3.4.1 Performance objectives.
a. Knowledge of installation in hazardous areas

i) Zones
 Division ‘0’
 Division ‘I’
 Division ‘II’
b. Types of equipment
 Buxton certified
 Intrinsically safe
 Flame proof equipment.
 Wiring systems (conduit type fitting and accessories, couplers, cables)
a. Identification of hazardous areas

i. Flammable liquids
ii. Explosive gases and vapors
iii. Explosive dusts
b. Installation in hazardous areas.
i. Wiring systems
 Galvanized conduits
 Armoured cables
 MICC cables
ii. Protective devices
iii. Earthing and testing
iv. Relevant IEE regulations
v. Service, repair and maintenance of installations for hazardous areas.
1.3.5 CARAVAN SITES AND CARAVAN INSTALLATIONS

a. Demonstrate knowledge of installation in caravan sites and caravans

b. Identify caravan sites and caravan installations
c. Carry out installations in caravan sites and caravans
d. Service, repair and maintain installations for caravan sites and caravans.
a. Knowledge of installation in caravan sites and caravans
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b. Types of caravans
i. Fixed
ii. Mobile
c. Wiring systems
i. Rubber insulated
ii. Polychloroprene (PCP) - sheathed cable
iii. All insulated cable
iv. Earthing
d. Types of accessories
i. Enclosure having clearly marked terminals
ii. Non reversible sockets with a locking ring rated at 16amps
e. Relevant IEE regulations
f. Services, repair and maintenance
g. Inspection and tests
3.5.3 Practical competency
a. Installation in caravan sites and caravan installations

i. Wiring systems
 Rubber insulated
 Polychloroprene (PCP) - sheathed cable
 All insulated cable
 Earthing
ii. Earthing and testing
iii. Relevant IEE regulations
 Service repair and maintenance of installations in rubber insulated.
 Polychloroprene (PCP) - sheathed cable
 All insulated cable
 Earthing
1.3.6 OVERHEAD DISTRIBUTIONS

3.6.1 Performance objectives
a. Demonstrate knowledge of over head distribution systems

b. Perform jointing in overhead line conductors
c. Connect service cable from the tertiary distribution to the premises
d. Observe the relevant IEE regulations on over head cables
e. Earthing of overhead line cables
a. Overhead distribution.
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b. Types of conductors and cables.
c. Methods of jointing.
d. Accessories and fittings.
a. Cable jointing in overhead line conductors

b. Connections of service cable from the tertiary distributor to the premises
c. Observation of the relevant IEE regulations on overhead cables
d. Earthing of overhead line cables.
1.3.7 UNDERGROUND INSTALLATIONS

a. Demonstrate knowledge of underground distribution systems.

b. Perform jointing in underground cables.
c. Connect service cable from the tertiary distributor to the premises.
d. Observe the relevant IEE regulations on underground cables.
e. Perform earthing of underground line cables.
a. Underground distributions
b. Types of conductors and cables.
c. Methods jointing underground cables.
d. Accessories and fittings for underground cables.
a. Cable jointing in underground cables

b. Connection of service cable from the tertiary distributer to the premises
c. Observation of the relevant IEE regulations on underground cables
d. Earthing of underground cables.
1.3.8 ESTIMATING AND COSTING

a. Draw single phase wiring diagrams

b. Explain the estimating procedure
c. Explain material take off
d. Interpret drawing specifications
e. Draw up bills of quantities.
f. Analyse final calculation and commercial appraisal
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a. Interpretation of architectural drawings

i. Symbols
ii. Scales
iii. Types of walls, doors, windows, beams
b. Electrical designs
i. Standard symbols
ii. Proper use of drawing equipments and tools
iii. Title block
iv. Legend
v. Neatness
c. Take off sheets
i. Numbered items
ii. Schedule of materials
d. Costing process
i. Costing of preliminary items
ii. Costing of numbered items
iii. Costing for overhead items
iv. Costing for contingency items
v. Costing for labour
vi. VAT consideration
vii. Profit margin consideration
e. Purchasing and supply procedures
i. Technical specification of items
ii. Quotations
iii. Tendering
iv. Technical evaluation
v. Inspection of goods received

a. Interpret architectural/ electrical installation drawings
b. Design for electrical installations
c. Take off items from the drawings.
d. Determine items required and draw up the bill of quantities
e. Estimate the cost of materials, services and overheads.
f. Estimate VAT and profit margins
g. Demonstrate negotiation skills with suppliers and other professionals
h. Practice cost economic approaches to estimation.
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NATIONAL INDUSTRIAL TRAINING AUTHORITY (NITA)

NATIONAL INDUSTRIAL TRAINING COUNCIL

DIRECTORATE OF INDUSTRIAL TRAINING

NATINAL TRADE TEST SCHEME

TRADE TEST ASSESMENT GUIDELINES

ELECTRICAL WIRE MAN

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3.2.0 Major Area Of Functional Competency

3.3.0 Basic Areas of Functional Competency

i. Work place safety and procedures

3.3.1 WORK PLACE SAFETY AND PROCEDURES

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a) Recognize and explain potential accidents and their causes

I. Electric shock- exposed electrical conductors

b) Describe working procedures and safety precautions regarding

c. State the dangers caused by electricity

d. Know that fires are caused due to.

i. Sparking from electrical contacts in flammable environment

f. Observe safety measures in the work place

g. Use first aid kit

i. The content and use of first aid kit

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h. Personal safety precautions

i. Safety for others in the workplace

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3.3.2 TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

a. List the correct tools for the work at hand

3.3.2.2 Knowledge Requirement

a. List the correct tools for the work at hand

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c. Explain potential accidents/ hazards when handling tools

d. Explain procedures for care, maintenance and storage of tools

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3.3.2.3 Practical Competence

a. Identify and use tools and equipment for various tasks

b. Recognise potential accidents and their causes due to:

i. Poor house keeping

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3.3.3 CABLES, CONDUITS AND MINI TRUNKING

3.3.3.2 Knowledge requirements

b) Types of PVC conduits (light, heavy, sizes)

ii) Types of Terminations

 Bolt and nuts

e) Knowledge of IEE regulations with respect to cables, conduits and trunking

a. Correct types of cables for a particular installation

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3.3.4 LIGHTING AND POWER CIRCUITS

3.3.4.2 Knowledge requirements

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3.3.4.3 Practical competency

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j. Installation of mini trunking

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2.1 MAJOR AREAS OF FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCY

2.3 Basic areas of functional competency

i. Workplace and safety procedures

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2.3.1 WORK PLACE AND SAFETY PROCEDURE

Observe safety in work preparation and execution.

Apply the relevant statutory regulations to electrical installations.