Quick answer: Queensland licensed electricians must complete UETDRMP018 Manage Rescue of a Person from a Live LV Panel + HLTAID009 CPR every 12 months under the Electrical Safety Act 2002 (Qld). IRFA (RTO 32154) delivers the combined 3-hour course for $95 at four North Brisbane venues with same-day certificates. View upcoming LVR sessions →
What Is Low Voltage Rescue (LVR) Training?
Low Voltage Rescue training is the nationally accredited competency that equips electricians and electrical workers to safely rescue a person from a live low-voltage electrical panel and provide emergency CPR. The unit code is UETDRMP018 — Manage Rescue of a Person from a Live Low Voltage (LV) Panel or Switchboard, and it is always delivered paired with HLTAID009 — Provide CPR.
Together they form the minimum annual safety requirement for licensed electrical workers in Queensland. The combination is often called LVR + CPR or simply the annual electrician safety ticket. Failing to hold a current combined certificate is a breach of the Electrical Safety Act 2002 (Qld) and can invalidate your electrical licence for work purposes.
Who Needs Low Voltage Rescue Training in Queensland?
The following workers are legally required to hold a current UETDRMP018 + HLTAID009 certificate in Queensland:
- Licensed electricians — all classes (A-grade, C-grade, restricted)
- Electrical apprentices working unsupervised on live LV equipment
- ESI (electricity supply industry) workers who operate or maintain LV switchboards and panels
- Solar and renewable energy installers working with live LV systems
- Maintenance electricians in industrial, commercial, and residential settings
- Data and communications workers who perform work on or near live LV panels
If your work involves proximity to live LV electrical equipment in Queensland, this is your mandatory annual ticket. Check with your licensing body (Electrical Safety Office, QBCC) or employer if you’re unsure whether your role requires it.
How Often Does LVR Need to Be Renewed?
Every 12 months — the same renewal cycle as HLTAID009 CPR. Both components expire together, and both must be current at the same time. There is no grace period under the Electrical Safety Act.
This aligns with the Australian Resuscitation Council’s position on CPR recertification — skills degrade quickly without practice, and an electrician who needed to perform LV rescue and CPR six months after their last training would be performing at a significantly reduced competency level. For the reasoning behind annual CPR requirements: CPR Renewal North Brisbane — How Often Must You Recertify in 2026?
The same no-grace-period rule applies as for all first aid certificates. See: First Aid Certificate Expiry Queensland — Renewal Dates & What Happens If It Lapses.
What Does the Course Cover?
UETDRMP018 — LV Panel Rescue
- Safe approach to a live LV panel or switchboard emergency
- Isolating the supply without risk to the rescuer
- Safely removing a person from contact with a live LV source
- Scene assessment and managing bystanders
- When and how to call 000
- Documentation and incident reporting obligations
HLTAID009 — Provide CPR
- Adult, child, and infant CPR technique — compression depth, rate, and ratio
- AED (automated external defibrillator) operation
- Choking response for conscious and unconscious casualties
- DRSABCD emergency action plan — the framework that underpins the Chain of Survival
- When to stop CPR
Total duration: approximately 3 hours. Same-day Statement of Attainment emailed on completion. No pre-reading or online component required.
LVR + CPR Cost at IRFA North Brisbane 2026
| Course | Duration | Cost (public session) | Group rate (6+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| UETDRMP018 + HLTAID009 (LVR + CPR) | ~3 hours | $95 per person | From $80 pp |
| HLTAID009 CPR only (non-electrical) | ~2 hours | $55 per person | From $45 pp |
North Brisbane Venues for LVR Training
IRFA delivers UETDRMP018 + HLTAID009 at all four North Brisbane venues. Sessions run weekdays and weekends, with 7 AM early-morning starts available — the earliest in the North Brisbane market, purpose-built for tradies who start work early.
- North Lakes — 10 The Corso. Best access for Brendale, Narangba, Strathpine, and Bruce Highway corridor electricians.
- Caboolture — 4 Hasking Street, Caboolture Hub. Serving Caboolture, Morayfield, Beachmere, and rural Moreton Bay electrical contractors.
- Virginia/Northgate — Northgate Hall, 34 Ridge Street. Ideal for airport precinct, industrial Virginia, and inner north Brisbane electricians.
- Redcliffe Peninsula — Redcliffe RSL. Serving peninsula-based electrical contractors and marine industry workers.
Onsite LVR Training for Electrical Contractors
Electrical contractors with 6+ workers needing annual renewal can book onsite delivery — we come to your depot, site office, or workshop with all required equipment. This eliminates travel time for your entire crew and can be scheduled to minimise disruption to billable work. For full onsite pricing and logistics: Onsite First Aid Training Queensland. For group rates: Corporate & Group Training Rates North Brisbane.
LVR + CPR vs Standard First Aid: What’s the Difference?
LVR training is a specialist competency for electrical workers, separate from general workplace first aid. Here’s how it compares:
| UETDRMP018 + HLTAID009 (LVR) | HLTAID011 (Provide First Aid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Who needs it | Licensed electricians, ESI workers | Most workplace first aiders |
| Renewal cycle | Every 12 months | Every 3 years (+ annual CPR) |
| Duration | ~3 hours | ~4 hours |
| Cost at IRFA | $95 | $95 |
| Does it satisfy workplace first aid obligations? | No — covers LV rescue + CPR only | Yes — full workplace first aid |
If you’re also a designated first aider in your workplace, you’ll need a current HLTAID011 in addition to your LVR ticket. See the full qualification comparison: HLTAID011 vs HLTAID009 vs HLTAID012 — Which Course Do You Need? and Which First Aid Course Do You Need in North Brisbane?
Construction Site Compliance for Electricians
Electricians working on Queensland construction sites face a dual compliance obligation: the LVR ticket under the Electrical Safety Act, and first aid coverage under the WHS Act. Construction is a high-risk workplace category requiring one first aider per 25 workers. If an electrician is the designated first aider on site, they must hold both a current UETDRMP018 and a current HLTAID011 simultaneously. See full construction site requirements: Construction Site First Aid Requirements Queensland 2026.
FAQs
What happens if my LVR ticket expires?
An expired UETDRMP018 means you are not legally permitted to perform LV rescue work in Queensland. Under the Electrical Safety Act, this is a licence condition breach. You simply redo the combined course — there is no additional requirement for a lapsed ticket beyond completing a new full session.
Can I do LVR online?
No. UETDRMP018 requires hands-on practical assessment — the physical rescue simulation cannot be completed online. All IRFA LVR sessions are face-to-face with physical rescue and CPR manikin components.
Is the IRFA certificate accepted by QBCC and the Electrical Safety Office?
Yes. IRFA (RTO 32154) is ASQA-regulated. Our Statements of Attainment for UETDRMP018 and HLTAID009 are nationally accredited and accepted by QBCC, the Queensland Electrical Safety Office, and all Australian electrical licensing authorities.
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