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UETDRMP018 Low Voltage Rescue Training | $95 | Same-Day Certificate | IRFA RTO 32154
UETDRMP018 — Nationally Accredited · RTO 32154

Low Voltage Rescue Training UETDRMP018 — $95

The mandatory electrical rescue qualification for ESI workers, licensed electricians and electrical contractors working on or near live LV panels. Full-day theory + hands-on practical rescue scenarios. Same-day certificate from RTO 32154.

ESI Compliant
RTO 32154
WHS Compliant
Live Scenarios
Same-Day Cert
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$95All Inclusive
Full DayTheory + Practical
1 CertSame Day
CPRPrerequisite
AnnualRecommended
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Industry Partners & Recognised Authorities

UETDRMP018 training designed to meet the requirements of Queensland's energy companies, electrical licensing regulators, and national safety bodies

Energy Queensland Ergon Energy & Energex contractors require current UETDRMP018 for ESI mutual aid rescue obligations
Powerlink Queensland High-voltage transmission operator — LV rescue procedures form the foundation of all Powerlink contractor ESI rescue protocols
QLD Electrical Safety Office Under the Electrical Safety Act 2002 QLD, licensed electricians must be trained for rescue from live LV apparatus — UETDRMP018 meets this requirement
QBCC Queensland Building & Construction Commission — electrical contractor licences require WHS-compliant rescue training for all staff near live LV equipment
Energy Networks Australia Peak body for Australia's energy networks — sets mutual aid rescue training standards that IRFA's UETDRMP018 is designed to satisfy
Safe Work Australia National model WHS laws require employers to ensure workers near live electrical apparatus are trained in safe rescue procedures — UETDRMP018 fulfils this duty
ASQA — RTO 32154 Australian Skills Quality Authority — the national regulator that registers and audits IRFA as an RTO. Your UETDRMP018 certificate is ASQA-backed and nationally valid
Australian Resuscitation Council ARC guidelines govern the post-rescue CPR component of UETDRMP018 — all resuscitation training at IRFA follows current ARC & ANZCOR protocols
WorkSafe Queensland QLD WHS regulator — WorkSafe QLD investigates electrical workplace incidents and enforces the obligation to have trained rescue personnel on site
My Skills — National Register IRFA is listed on the national My Skills register. All UETDRMP018 Statements of Attainment are registered and verifiable by any employer across Australia

Training UETDRMP018 across Queensland — Sippy Downs  ·  Brisbane  ·  Sunshine Coast  ·  Caboolture  ·  North Lakes  ·  On-site at your facility — 1300 766 298

Course Overview

UETDRMP018 — At a Glance

Perform Rescue from a Live Low Voltage Panel — the nationally accredited unit of competency for electricians and ESI workers who work near live LV electrical apparatus.

Price

$95

GST free · all inclusive

Duration

Full Day

Theory + practical

Certificate

Same Day

Digital statement of attainment

Prerequisite

CPR Required

HLTAID009 or HLTAID011

Renewal

Annual

Recommended by most ESI

Delivery

Face-to-Face

Sippy Downs · on-site available
What UETDRMP018 Covers

Rescue from live low voltage electrical panels — switchboards, distribution boards and LV apparatus in substations and electrical rooms at ground level. It does not cover overhead line rescue, underground cable rescue, high voltage rescue, or working-at-heights rescue. These require separate units. Accredited by ASQA and delivered by IRFA RTO 32154 from our Sippy Downs training centre.

Who Needs UETDRMP018

Is UETDRMP018 Required for Your Role?

Required for anyone who works on or near live low voltage electrical apparatus and may need to perform an electrical rescue. Check with your employer and state licensing authority.

ESI WorkersNetwork operators, utility workers and distribution workers — mandatory for mutual aid arrangements between ESI organisations
Licensed ElectriciansQualified electricians working on or near live LV panels in commercial and industrial settings — required by most employers
Electrical ContractorsContracting businesses — staff working with live electrical equipment must be trained in rescue procedures for WHS compliance
Industrial ElectriciansMaintenance electricians in manufacturing, mining and processing facilities with live LV electrical equipment
Emergency Response TeamsWorkplace emergency response team members designated for electrical rescue in facilities with live LV equipment
Safety OfficersWHS/OHS safety officers overseeing electrical work who need to understand rescue procedures and compliance obligations
Licensing & Regulatory Requirements — Check Before You Enrol

The application of skills from UETDRMP018 may require a licence or registration in your state or territory. Check with your employer, Safe Work Australia, the Queensland Electrical Safety Office, or the QBCC before enrolling. For interstate workers, check your relevant state WHS authority.

Why This Training Matters

Electrical Incidents in Australian Workplaces

Electrical contact is one of the leading causes of workplace fatalities in Australia. UETDRMP018 gives your team the skills to respond when seconds count. Data sourced from Safe Work Australia and the QLD Electrical Safety Office.

~20 Electrical fatalities per year in Australian workplaces Source: Safe Work Australia
4 min Average time before brain damage begins after cardiac arrest from electrical shock Source: ARC Guidelines
70% Of electrical fatalities occur in industries where UETDRMP018 should be mandatory Source: ESO Annual Report
3× Higher survival rate when bystanders are trained to perform immediate post-shock CPR Source: Resuscitation Journal
$95 Cost of UETDRMP018 training — versus six-figure fines for WHS non-compliance Book now →
Real Workplace Situations

When Is UETDRMP018 Required?

These are the real workplace scenarios where trained UETDRMP018 personnel can make the difference between life and death. Each scenario is covered in your training at IRFA Sippy Downs.

Switchboard Contact — Commercial Building

An electrician making a switchboard modification contacts a live phase conductor. A colleague witnesses the contact. The victim is still in contact with the LV panel and cannot be touched safely with bare hands.

What UETDRMP018 teaches: How to safely deploy an insulated rescue hook to break contact, perform victim assessment, call 000, and begin CPR (HLTAID009) while managing the scene.

Covered in UETDRMP018 practical rescue scenarios

Distribution Board — Industrial Facility

A maintenance electrician receives a shock from a distribution board during a panel inspection at a manufacturing plant. Colleagues see them slumped against the board but cannot determine if contact is broken.

What UETDRMP018 teaches: Scene assessment, safe approach distance, equipment selection, rescue hook operation, and coordinating with the emergency response team until ambulance arrives.

Mandatory for all ESI mutual aid arrangements

Substation LV Apparatus — ESI Worker

An ESI network operator is injured by a fault on LV apparatus in a ground-level substation. A second worker is present and must act. Energy Queensland mutual aid requirements mean both must be UETDRMP018 certified.

What UETDRMP018 teaches: How mutual aid rescue operates in ESI environments, equipment protocols, calling emergency services, and post-rescue patient management.

Required by Ergon, Energex & Powerlink contractors

Construction Site — Live Panel Work

An electrician on a commercial construction site contacts live conductors inside a temporary switchboard. The site safety officer designated as emergency response team lead must initiate rescue. Under QBCC and WHS obligations, trained rescue personnel must be on site.

What UETDRMP018 teaches: The full rescue sequence, documentation obligations under WHS law, and how to manage the scene until QLD Ambulance arrives.

Supports QBCC & WHS Act compliance
The Critical Rule: Never Touch a Victim in Contact with Live Electricity

The single most important lesson UETDRMP018 teaches is this — attempting to pull a victim free with bare hands without breaking electrical contact will electrocute the rescuer too. Proper training with insulated rescue equipment saves two lives, not one. Book UETDRMP018 at IRFA or call 1300 766 298.

Why Choose IRFA

Queensland's Electrical Rescue Training Specialists

With 18+ years delivering nationally accredited training, IRFA RTO 32154 is the trusted provider for electricians, ESI workers and energy companies across Queensland.

Paramedic-Led Instruction

UETDRMP018 delivered by qualified paramedics with real emergency rescue experience — not just trained facilitators. You learn from people who've actually rescued victims in live electrical emergencies.

Real LV Rescue Equipment

You train with genuine insulated rescue hooks, gloves, stretchers and testing equipment — the same gear you'd use in a workplace rescue. Not replicas. Not demonstrations.

Same-Day Statement of Attainment

UETDRMP018 certificate emailed same day to your employer. No waiting. No chasing paperwork. Registered on My Skills and training.gov.au.

60,000+ Students Trained

Trusted by Energy Queensland contractors, QBCC-licensed electricians and ESI mutual aid teams across QLD. 4.9★ Google rating from verified student reviews.

Sunshine Coast + On-Site

Train at our Sippy Downs facility (96 Bellflower Rd) or book on-site training at your depot, substation or facility. We bring all rescue equipment.

Best Value at $95

$95 all-inclusive — no hidden fees, no add-ons. Group discounts available for electrical contractors training multiple staff. Call 1300 766 298 for a group quote.

Trusted by Queensland's Electrical Industry

IRFA delivers UETDRMP018 for contractors supplying Energy Queensland (Ergon & Energex), Powerlink, and mining and industrial companies across QLD. Our training meets Queensland Electrical Safety Office requirements and aligns with ARC CPR guidelines for post-rescue resuscitation.

State-by-State Compliance

UETDRMP018 Compliance By State

UETDRMP018 requirements vary by state and employer. Always check with your licensing authority and ESI organisation before enrolling.

QLD

Queensland

Mandatory for all licensed electricians under the Electrical Safety Act 2002. Required for QBCC electrical contractor licence compliance. Most ESI employers (Ergon, Energex, Powerlink) require annual renewal.

NSW

New South Wales

Required under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 NSW for anyone working near live LV apparatus. NSW Fair Trading electrical contractor licence holders — check current requirements with your employer and ESI provider.

VIC

Victoria

Administered through Energy Safe Victoria. Licensed electricians working in ESI must hold current LV rescue certification. Most Victorian ESI employers require annual renewal for mutual aid compliance.

SA

South Australia

Governed by SafeWork SA and Office of the Technical Regulator. Electricians working near live LV panels in ESI environments required to hold UETDRMP018. Annual renewal recommended by all major SA energy networks.

WA

Western Australia

Requirements under Energy Policy WA and Worksafe WA. Licensed electrical workers in ESI — check current UETDRMP018 currency requirements with your employer and the WA Department of Mines.

NT / ACT / TAS

Other Territories

Model WHS laws apply. ESI workers and licensed electricians should check their territory licensing authority and employer policy. UETDRMP018 issued by IRFA RTO 32154 is nationally recognised under ASQA accreditation and accepted Australia-wide.

Nationally Recognised — Accepted Everywhere

UETDRMP018 issued by IRFA RTO 32154 is a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment under the Australian Qualifications Framework. Accepted by all state licensing authorities, ESI organisations and electrical contractors across Australia. Registered on My Skills.

Curriculum

What You'll Learn in UETDRMP018

A full day combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical rescue scenarios using real live LV panel rescue equipment. CPR prerequisite (HLTAID009 — $55) must be current before attending.

Morning — Theory Components
  • Electrical hazard recognition and risk assessment
  • WHS/OHS obligations for electrical rescue
  • Systematic rescue procedures and protocols
  • Rescue equipment specifications and limitations
  • Emergency response and service coordination
  • Legal duty of care and liability obligations
  • Incident documentation and reporting
Afternoon — Practical Components
  • Pre-use inspection of rescue equipment
  • Insulated rescue hook and tool operation
  • Victim assessment — responsiveness and signs of life
  • Safe victim removal from electrical contact
  • Post-rescue CPR application and airway management
  • Realistic live LV panel rescue scenarios
  • Multi-person team coordination during rescue

Rescue Equipment You'll Train With

Equipment inspection is critical — faulty rescue equipment can endanger both victim and rescuer. You'll train with and inspect all standard live LV panel rescue equipment.

Insulated Rescue HooksSafely removing victims from electrical contact without risk to the rescuer
Insulating Gloves & PPEPersonal protective equipment — inspection and correct donning technique
Rescue Boards & StretchersSafe victim transport — securing and moving a casualty post-rescue
Testing EquipmentVerifying rescue equipment integrity before use in a live rescue situation
First Aid EquipmentPost-rescue medical response — AED, CPR kit, airway management tools
Assessment — Theory + Practical Demonstration

To achieve competency you must demonstrate both theoretical knowledge (written or verbal) and practical rescue skills to the required standard. You'll be assessed on equipment inspection, rescue technique, victim assessment, CPR application and team coordination during live LV panel rescue scenarios. CPR assessment follows Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines.

Scope Limitations

What UETDRMP018 Does NOT Cover

UETDRMP018 is scoped to live LV panels and apparatus at ground level only. Other rescue types require separate specialised training. Also available: LV Rescue training in Brisbane.

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Overhead Line RescueRequires UETDRMP007 — separate equipment and techniques for aerial rescue
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Underground Cable RescueDifferent access methods — requires separate specialised training
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High Voltage RescueHV rescue requires additional specialised qualifications and different protocols
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Pole-Top / Heights RescueWorking-at-heights rescue requires separate vertical rescue training
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Confined Space RescueRequires separate confined space rescue certification
What UETDRMP018 DOES Cover

Live low voltage electrical panels (switchboards, distribution boards), LV apparatus in substations and electrical rooms, and ground-level or easily accessible LV equipment — rescue that does not involve heights, confined spaces, or cables.

Entry Requirements

Minimal prerequisites — but the CPR requirement is non-negotiable.

  • Current CPR certification — HLTAID009 or HLTAID011, valid on training day
  • Proof of CPR certification must be brought to the course
  • No electrical licence required to complete the training
  • Good English language comprehension
  • Physical capability to perform practical rescue assessments
No CPR = No UETDRMP018 Certificate

If your CPR has lapsed you cannot receive your UETDRMP018 Statement of Attainment. Book HLTAID009 CPR — $55, 2 hours → or satisfy the prerequisite with HLTAID011 First Aid — $110 →

What to Bring

  • Proof of current CPR certification (essential)
  • Work clothing — long pants recommended
  • Closed-toe, safety footwear preferred
  • Government-issued photo ID
  • Your USI — create free at usi.gov.au

Your Certificate

Upon successful completion of all assessments you receive:

Renewal Recommendation

No mandated national expiry — but most ESI employers require annual renewal. Some accept 3-yearly. Your CPR prerequisite must be renewed every 12 months. Check your employer's policy and WorkSafe QLD requirements.

Location & Parking

IRFA Sippy Downs Training Centre
96 Bellflower Road, Sippy Downs QLD 4556
Free parking at the venue. Also training in Brisbane.

On-site group training at your facility — call 1300 766 298 for a quote.

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UETDRMP018 · Full-day theory + practical · $95 · same-day certificate. Taught by expert instructors at IRFA RTO 32154.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about UETDRMP018 Low Voltage Rescue Training at IRFA.

UETDRMP018 is required for electricians, ESI workers, electrical contractors and industrial electricians who work on or near live low voltage electrical apparatus and may need to perform rescue operations. Workplace emergency response team members are also often required to hold this certification. Check with your employer and state/territory licensing authority for your specific requirements.
Current CPR certification is mandatory before commencing UETDRMP018. Acceptable qualifications are HLTAID009 Provide CPR (2 hours, $55) or HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (4 hours, $110). Your certificate must be valid on the day of training. Without a valid CPR certificate, you will not receive your UETDRMP018 Statement of Attainment. Book CPR renewal at IRFA →
UETDRMP018 is a full-day course. The morning covers theory — electrical hazards, WHS obligations, rescue procedures and equipment specifications. The afternoon is hands-on practical training with actual live LV panel rescue equipment and realistic rescue scenarios. Full attendance is mandatory to receive your certificate.
There is no mandated national expiry period for UETDRMP018 itself. However, most ESI employers and electrical contractors require annual renewal to keep rescue skills current. Some workplaces accept 3-yearly renewal. Check your employer's specific policy and state/territory electrical licensing requirements. Your CPR prerequisite must be renewed every 12 months regardless.
UETDRMP018 covers rescue from live low voltage panels and apparatus only at ground level. It does not cover: overhead line rescue (requires UETDRMP007), underground cable rescue, high voltage rescue, pole-top or heights rescue, or confined space rescue. Using wrong rescue techniques can endanger both victim and rescuer — each rescue type requires appropriate specific training.
Completing the training does not require an electrical licence — only current CPR certification. ESI workers, emergency response team members and safety officers regularly complete UETDRMP018 without an electrical licence. However, applying rescue skills in your workplace may require additional qualifications. Important: UETDRMP018 authorises you to rescue someone who has contacted live LV apparatus — it does not authorise you to perform electrical work. Check with your employer and licensing authority.
Yes. IRFA offers on-site group UETDRMP018 training at your facility, workplace, depot or substation — we bring all rescue equipment. Ideal for electrical contractors and ESI organisations training teams without the need for travel. Call 1300 766 298 or email info@irfa.com.au for a group training quote. Group discounts apply.
Yes. UETDRMP018 issued by IRFA RTO 32154 is a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). It is accepted by all state and territory licensing authorities, ESI organisations and employers across Australia. The certificate is registered on My Skills and training.gov.au and can be verified by any employer. However, specific employer and state licensing requirements around currency and frequency of renewal vary — always check with your employer and relevant state authority such as the QLD Electrical Safety Office or Energy Safe Victoria.
UETDRMP018 (Perform Rescue from a Live Low Voltage Panel) is the more specific and comprehensive LV panel rescue unit — it covers rescue from live switchboards, distribution boards and LV apparatus including substation environments. It is the standard required by most ESI organisations and major electrical contractors.

UETDRRF004 (Perform Rescue from a Live Low Voltage Panel) is an older version of the same competency. The unit codes refer to different Training Packages but cover similar rescue skills. Many employers and ESI organisations have moved to UETDRMP018 as the current standard. Always confirm which unit your employer accepts before booking. Call 1300 766 298 if you're unsure which unit applies to your role.
If you don't demonstrate competency in the practical rescue assessment on the day, you will not receive your UETDRMP018 Statement of Attainment — competency-based training does not issue certificates for attendance alone. Our instructors provide clear feedback throughout the day so you understand exactly what's expected at each assessment point. If you are assessed as Not Yet Competent (NYC), you can arrange a reassessment at a reduced fee. Call 1300 766 298 to discuss reassessment options. Our pass rate is high because of the quality of instruction — most students who attend the full day pass first time.
No. UETDRMP018 is a standalone rescue competency — it does not replace a White Card (CPCCWHS1001), an electrical contractor licence, or an electrician's licence. UETDRMP018 specifically authorises the holder to perform rescue from a live LV panel — it does not authorise electrical work of any kind. If you work on construction sites you also need a White Card. If you perform electrical work you need the appropriate licence from your state licensing authority such as the QBCC in Queensland.
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What Our Students Say

Real reviews from electricians, ESI workers and electrical contractors who completed UETDRMP018 at IRFA. Rated 4.9★ on Google.

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