NSQF QUALIFICATION FILE GUIDANCE NSDA Reference

Version 6: Draft of 08 March 2016

To be added by NSDA

CONTACT DETAILS OF THE BODY SUBMITTING THE QUALIFICATION FILE

Name and address of submitting body:

Power Sector Skill Council, 2nd Floor, CBIP Building Malcha Marg,

Chanakyapuri, New Delhi

Name and contact details of individual dealing with the submission

Name: Vinod Behari

Position in the organisation: Chief Executive Officer

Address if different from above:

Tel number(s): 91-11-40793153, 40793152

E-mail address: [email protected]

List of documents submitted in support of the Qualifications File

1. Qualification Pack
2. List of companies and Industry associations participated in the development of
these qualification packs (part of report)
3. List of QP/NOS validating companies.

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SUMMARY

Qualification Title Attendant Sub-Station (66/11, 33/11 KV)- Power Distribution

Qualification Code PSS/Q3002

Nature and purpose Nature of the qualification

of the qualification - Qualification Pack (QP)
The main purpose of the qualification
- Inspection, testing and operation of substation equipment
- Recording line parameters, power flow and load
management
Body/bodies which Power Sector Skill Council
will award the
qualification
Body which will Power Sector Skill Council
accredit providers to
offer courses leading
to the qualification
Body/bodies which Navriti Tehcnologies Pvt Ltd, Bangalore
will carry out Induslynk Training Service Pvt Ltd., Gurgaon
assessment of Aspiring Minds Assessment Pvt Ltd., Gurgaon
learners Manipal City and Builds Pvt Ltd. New Delhi
Trendsetters Skill Assessors Pvt Ltd., Gurgaon
Ace Assessments Pvt Ltd., New Delhi
Assure Qualaity Management Certification Services Pvt Ltd. ,
Panchukula
Prima Competencies Pvt Ltd., New Delhi
Occupation(s) to
which the Sub-Station Attendant (66/11, 33/11 KV)- (Level 3)
qualification gives
access
Licensing N/A
requirements
Level of the 3
qualification in the
NSQF
Anticipated volume 350 hours.
of training/learning
required to
complete the
qualification
Entry requirements ITI in Electrician Trade and minimum age should be 18 years
and/or
recommendations
Progression from the Sub-Station Operator (66/11, 33/11 KV)- (Level 4)
qualification

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Planned RPL arrangements and policies are under development. The

arrangements for the guidelines should be ready in 2-3 months.
Recognition of Prior
learning (RPL)
International
comparability where
known In the process of being developed
Date of planned 19/07/2018
review of the
qualification.
Formal structure of the qualification

Estimated
Mandatory
Title of component and identification size
/ Level
code. (learning
Optional
hours)
PSS/N3003 (Inspection, testing and Mandatory 170 3
operation of substation equipment)
PSS/N3004 (Recording line parameters, Mandatory 79 3
power flow and load management)
PSS/N2001 (Use basic health and safety Mandatory 64 3
practices as the workplace)

PSS/N1336 (Work effectively with others) Mandatory 37 3

Add boxes as required for alignment.

Please attach any document giving further detail about the structure of the qualification – eg a
Curriculum Document or a Qualification Pack.

Give the titles and other relevant details of the document(s) here. Include page references
showing where to find the relevant information.

1. Qualification Pack is attached as Annexure 1

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SECTION 1
ASSESSMENT

Body/Bodies which will carry out assessment:

1. Navriti Tehcnologies Pvt Ltd, Bangalore

2. Induslynk Training Service Pvt Ltd., Gurgaon
3. Aspiring Minds Assessment Pvt Ltd., Gurgaon
4. Manipal City and Builds Pvt Ltd. New Delhi
5. Trendsetters Skill Assessors Pvt Ltd., Gurgaon
6. Ace Assessments Pvt Ltd., New Delhi
7. Assure Quality Management Certification Services Pvt Ltd. , Panchukula
8. Prima Competencies Pvt Ltd., New Delhi

How will RPL assessment be managed and who will carry it out?

RPL will be based on the same approved Qualification Pack and Assessment Criteria mentioned in
the Qualification Pack.

Describe the overall assessment strategy and specific arrangements which have been put in
place to ensure that assessment is always valid, reliable and fair and show that these are in line
with the requirements of the NSQF.

The emphasis is on ‘learning-by-doing' and practical demonstration of skills and knowledge based
on the performance criteria. The assessment papers are developed by Subject Matter Experts
(SME) available with the Assessment Agency as per the performance and assessment criteria
mentioned in the Qualification Pack. The assessments papers are also checked for the various
outcome based parameters such as quality, time taken, precision, tools & equipment requirement
etc. The assessment sets are then reviewed by PSSC official for consistency. The assessments are
designed so as to assess maximum parts during the practical hands on work. The technical
limitations at the training centres are taken care in theory and viva. Criteria such as use of lift to
pick heavy objects or selection of fire extinguisher during a fire are also assessed under
theory/viva.

The assessment agencies are instructed to hire assessors with integrity, reliability and fairness.
Each assessor shall sign a document with its assessment agency by which they commit themselves
to comply with the rules of confidentiality and conflict of interest, independence from
commercial and other interests that would compromise impartiality of the assessments. The
assessment agencies are instructed to Ideally have assessor with minimum 15 years industry
experience as an ITI graduate / minimum 10 years’ industry experience as diploma engineer and
minimum 5 years’ industry experience as graduate engineer.

The assessors selected by Assessment Agencies are scrutinized and made to undergo training and
introduction to PSSC Assessment Framework, competency based assessments, assessors guide etc.

The assessors are provided with assessors guide developed by the Subject Matter Expert of the
assessment agency as per the assessment framework. The assessment guides are developed to
ensure the maximum possible consistency in the assessment by different assessors and elaborate

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on the following

1 Qualification Pack Structure

2 Guidance for the assessor to conduct theory, practical and viva assessments
3 Guidance for trainees to be given by assessor before the start of the assessments.
4 Guidance on assessments process, practical brief with steps of operations practical
observation checklist and mark sheet
5 Viva guidance for uniformity and consistency across the batch.
6 Guidance on assessment evidence collection

A sample format of Assessment Guide for Fitter-Fabrication is attached. Similar Assessor Guides
are developed and shared with the assessors before the start of the assessments as standard
practices for all assessments by PSSC. The Sample of Assessor Guide is attached as Annexure 4

The assessment results are backed by evidences collected by assessors.

1 The assessor needs to collect a copy of the attendance for the training done under the
scheme. The attendance sheets are signed and stamped by the In charge /Head of the
Training Centre.
2 The assessor needs to verify the authenticity of the candidate by checking the photo ID card
issued by the institute as well as any one Photo ID card issued by the Central/Government.
The same needs to be mentioned in the attendance sheet. In case of suspicion, the assessor
should authenticate and cross verify trainee's credentials in the enrolment form.
3 The assessor needs to take a photograph of all the students along with the assessor standing
in the middle and with the centre name/banner at the back as evidence.
4 The assessor needs to carry a camera to click photograph of the trainees working on the job
and giving theory exam as evidence.
5 The assessor also needs to carry a photo ID card.
6 The assessor also needs to take the photographs as evidence from appropriate angels/sides
of the final work piece/job submitted by the trainee. This evidence is signed by the trainee
at the time of submission of the job piece.
7 The assessor needs to measure the dimensions and finish of the submitted job piece as per
the tolerance or standards mentioned in the assessment guide.
8 The assessor will also check internal record of assignments, performance records and
feedback provided to candidates.

The assessment agencies are instructed to hire assessors with integrity, reliability and fairness.
Each assessor shall sign a document with its assessment agency by which they commit themselves
to comply with the rules of confidentiality and conflict of interest, independence from
commercial and other interests that would compromise impartiality of the assessments. This code
of conduct is enclosed. The assessment agencies are instructed to Ideally have assessor with
minimum 15 years industry experience as an ITI graduate / minimum 10 years’ industry
experience as diploma engineer and minimum 5 years’ industry experience as graduate engineer.

The details on affiliation of assessment agencies are elaborated in PSSC Accreditation of

Assessment Agencies form attached.

Please attach any documents giving further information about assessment and/or RPL.
Give the titles and other relevant details of the document(s) here. Include page references
showing where to find the relevant information.

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ASSESSMENT EVIDENCE

Complete a grid for each component as listed in “Formal structure of the the qualification” in
the Summary.

NOTE: this grid can be replaced by any part of the qualification documentation which shows the
same information – ie Learning Outcomes to be assessed, assessment criteria and the means of
assessment.

CRITERIA FOR ASSESSMENT OF TRAINEES

Job Role Attendant Sub-Station (66/11, 33/11 KV)- Power Distribution

Qualification Pack PSS/Q3002

Sector Skill Council: Power Sector Skill Council

Guidelines for Assessment

1. Criteria for assessment for each Qualification Pack will be created by the Sector Skill Council.
Each Performance Criteria (PC) will be assigned marks proportional to its importance in NOS. SSC
will also lay down proportion of marks for Theory and Skills Practical for each PC
2. The assessment for the theory part will be based on knowledge bank of questions created by the
SSC
3. Individual assessment agencies will create unique question papers for theory part for each
candidate at each examination/training center (as per assessment criteria below)

4. Individual assessment agencies will create unique evaulations for skill practical for every student
at each examination/training center based on this criteria

5. To pass the Qualification Pack, every trainee should score a minimum of 70% in every NOS
6. In case of successfully passing only certain number of NOS's, the trainee is eligible to take
subsequent assessment on the balance NOS's to pass the Qualification Pack

Marks Allocation
Total Out Skills
Assessable outcomes Assessment criteria for outcomes Theory
Marks Of Practical
1. PSS/ N 3003  apply knowledge of basic
Inspection, operating principle of isolator 5 2 3
testing and and circuit breaker
operation of  prepare the detail for
substation inspection and maintenance of 100 4 2 2
equipment substation equipment as per
approved schedule
 raise and maintain job cards of
each equipment 5 3 2

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 arrange planning of shutdown

for planned maintenance, also
cover preventive maintenance 5 2 3
and break down maintenance of
all equipment
 maintain records of test results,
repairs, and maintenance of all 4 2 2
equipment
 perform routine operation and
report trouble shooting of all 4 2 2
substation equipments.
 identify faulty equipment and
safe isolation without disturbing 5 1 4
of other equipment
 ensure safety chart, first aid
box, switchgear handles, fire
extinguishers, ppe’s and 5 1 4
discharge rod are placed at
proper location.
 apply basic knowledge of CEA,
SERC regulations and IE Act 2003 4 2 2

 apply knowledge of switchgear

operation of all types of circuit 4 1 3
breakers and isolators.
 apply knowledge of power
transformer functions. 4 1 3

 apply knowledge of CT’s PT’s

and CVT’s functions. 4 1 3

 significance of earth connection.

4 1 3

 apply knowledge of Capacitor

bank functions. 4 1 3

 apply knowledge of lightening

arrestors (LA) functions. 4 1 3

 checking of hot spots by

thermo-vision camera 4 0 4

 check switchyard illumination

and replacement of fused bulbs 3 0 3

 check status of relays O/C & E/F

their settings, flag etc. 5 2 3

 ensure status of HRC fuse (PT

and ckt) are of correct rating. 4 1 3

 apply knowledge of battery and

battery charger 4 2 2

 adopt guidelines and

procedures and safety
4 2 2
regulations laid down in the
organization for safety
 use personal protective
equipment (PPE) for proper 4 0 4
safety while in switch yard.
 ensure work area is clean and
safe from hazards. 3 0 3

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 use safety tags or other warning

boards before commencing 4 1 3
work.
 100 31 69
2. PSS/N 3004  record all line parameters and
Recording line energy reading of each feeder 10 5 5
parameters, on hourly basis in log sheet.
power flow  arrange planned shut down to
and load O&M staff, issue PTW and isolate
management the equipment from power 10 4 6
supply to take up for test, repair
and maintenance.
 arrange load management by
change over, back feed the
incoming and out going supply of 10 4 6
substation, carry out load
shedding
 hot line contact with Power
system control, load dispatch
centre for approval on
8 5 3
emergency operation, power
outage, power failure due to
fault and related activities.
 prepare the detail for
inspection and maintenance of
8 2 6
substation equipment as per
approved schedule
 arrange planning of shutdown
for planned maintenance, also
cover Preventive Maintenance 100 10 4 6
and Break down Maintenance of
all equipment
 maintain records of test results,
repairs, and maintenance of all 8 4 4
equipment
 perform routine operation and
report troubleshooting of all 7 2 5
substation equipments.
 identify faulty equipment and
safe isolation without disturbing 5 1 4
of other equipment
 ensure safety chart, First Aid
box, switchgear handles, Fire
extinguishers, PPE’s and 5 1 4
discharge rod are placed at
proper location.
 apply basic knowledge of CEA,
SERC regulations and IE Act 2003 4 2 2

 adopt guidelines and

procedures and safety
4 2 2
regulations laid down in the
organization for safety
 use personal protective
equipment (PPE) for proper 4 0 4
safety.
 ensure work area is clean and
safe from hazards. 3 0 3

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 use safety tags or other warning

boards before commencing 4 1 3
work.
100 37 63
3. PSS/N2001  use protective
Use basic clothing/equipment for specific
health and tasks and work conditions
safety Protective clothing: leather or
practices with asbestos gloves, flame proof
power related aprons, flame proof overalls
work buttoned to neck, cuffless
(without folds), trousers,
reinforced footwear,
3 0 3
helmets/hard hats, cap and
shoulder covers, ear
defenders/plugs, safety boots,
knee pads, particle masks,
glasses/goggles/visors
Equipment: hand and face
shields, machine guards,
residual current devices, shields,
dust sheets, respirator
 state the name and location of
people responsible for health 2 0 2
and safety in the workplace
 state the names and location of
documents that refer to health 2 0 2
and safety in the workplace
 identify job-site hazardous work
and state possible causes of risk
or accident in the workplace
Hazards: electrical hazards 100
(dealing with high voltage
equipment, power supply and
points, loose and naked cables
and wires, electrical machines
and appliances, etc.); sharp
edged and heavy tools; heated
metals; oxyfuel and gas
cylinders; welding radiation;
hazardous surfaces(sharp,
slippery, uneven, chipped,
broken, etc.); hazardous
substances(chemicals, gas, oxy-
3 1 2
fuel, fumes, dust, hazardous
waste materials, etc.); physical
hazards(working at heights,
working in windy or moist areas,
large and heavy objects and
machines, sharp and piercing
objects, moving objects and
part of machinery, tolls and
machines, intense light, load
noise, abnormal temperature;
obstructions in corridors, by
doors, blind turns, over stacked
shelves and packages, etc.);
working in high temperatures.
Possible causes of risk and
accident: physical actions; not
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following instructions;
inattention; sickness and
incapacity (such as
drunkenness); health hazards
(such as untreated injuries and
contagious illness); not taking
safety precautions
 follow electrical safe working
procedures such as Tag out/Lock 3 1 2
out, PTW (Permit To Work),
 follow warning signs (danger,
out of service, etc.) while 3 1 2
working with electrical systems
 use standard safe working
practices when working at
3 1 2
heights, confined areas and
trenches
 test any electrical equipment
and system using insulated
3 1 2
testing devices before touching
them
 ensure positive isolation of
electrical equipment & system 3 1 2
as per given standards
 recognize any abnormalities in
electrical equipment or system
installed alarm annunciation
and/or noticing parameters from 3 1 2
gauge/ indicator installed
Parameters: temperature,
pressure, flow& current
 carry out safe working practices
while dealing with hazards to
ensure the safety of self and
others Safe working practices:
using protective clothing and
equipment; putting up and
reading safety signs; handle
tools in the correct manner and
store and maintain them
properly; keep work area clear
of clutter, spillage and unsafe
object lying casually; while
working with electricity take all
electrical precautions like
insulated clothing, adequate 3 1 2
equipment insulation, use of
control equipment, dry work
area, switch off the power
supply when not required, etc.;
safe lifting and carrying
practices; use equipment that is
working properly and is well
maintained; take due measures
for safety while working at
heights, etc. including safety
harness, fall arrestors,
guardrails, proper work
positioning, do not jump or
overload, etc.; take due
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measures for safety while

working in confined spaces or
trenches, etc.
 state methods of accident
prevention in the work
environment of the job role
Methods of accident prevention:
training in health and safety
procedures; using health and
2 0 2
safety procedures; use of
equipment and working
practices (such as safe carrying
procedures); safety notices,
advice; instruction from
colleagues and supervisors
 state location of general health
and safety equipment in the
workplace General health and
safety equipment: fire
extinguishers; first aid 2 0 2
equipment; safety instruments
and clothing; safety
installations(e.g. fire exits,
exhaust fans)
 inspect for faults, set up and
safely use of scaffolds and
elevated platforms and ladder
Faults: corrosion of metal
components, deterioration,
splits and cracks timber
2 0 2
components, imbalance, loose
rungs, missing/ unfixed nuts or
bolts, etc. Set up: firm/level
base, clip/lash down, leaning at
the correct angle, appropriate
load as per capacity, etc.
 lift, carry and transport heavy
objects & tools safely using
2 1 1
correct procedures from storage
to workplace and vice versa
 inspect power plant and its
equipment routinely for any
2 0 2
signs of oil, water and/or steam
leakage
 store flammable materials and
machine lubricating oil safely 2 0 2
and correctly
 check that the emission and
pollution control devices are
3 1 2
working properly in line with
environmental policy standards
 apply good housekeeping
practices at all times Good
housekeeping practices:
3 1 2
clean/tidy work areas,
removal/disposal of waste
products, protect surfaces
 identify common hazard signs
displayed in various areas 2 0 2
Various areas: on chemical
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containers; equipment;
packages; inside buildings; in
open areas and public spaces,
etc.
 retrieve and/or point out
documents that refer to health
and safety in the workplace
Documents: fire notices,
accident reports, safety 2 0 2
instructions for equipment and
procedures, company notices
and documents, legal documents
(e.g. government notices)
 inform relevant authorities
about any abnormal
3 0 3
situation/behavior of any
equipment/system promptly
 use the various appropriate fire
extinguishers on different types 2 1 1
of fires correctly
 types of fires: Class A: e.g.
ordinary solid combustibles,
such as wood, paper, cloth,
plastic, charcoal, etc.; Class B:
flammable liquids; Class C: e.g.
combustible gases, such as
gasoline, propane, diesel fuel,
tar, cooking oil, and similar
substances; Class D: combustible
chemicals and metals such as
magnesium, titanium, and
3 1 2
sodium (These fires burn at
extremely high temperatures
and require special suppression
agents) These categories of fires
become Class A, B, C and D fires
when the electrical equipment
that initiated the fire is no
longer receiving electricity;
Class E: e.g. electrical
equipment such as appliances,
wiring, breaker panels, etc.
 demonstrate rescue techniques
applied during fire hazard 3 1 2

 demonstrate good housekeeping

in order to prevent fire hazards 3 1 2

 demonstrate the correct use of a

fire extinguisher. 3 1 2

 demonstrate how to free a

person from electrocution 3 1 2

 administer appropriate first aid

to victims where required e.g. in
case of bleeding, burns, 3 0 3
choking, electric shock,
poisoning etc.
 demonstrate basic techniques of
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 respond promptly and

appropriately to an accident
situation or medical emergency 3 1 2
in real or simulated
environments
 perform and organize loss
minimization or rescue activity
3 1 2
during an accident in real or
simulated environments
 administer first aid to victims in
case of a heart attack or cardiac
arrest due to electric shock,
3 1 2
before the arrival of emergency
services in real or simulated
cases
 demonstrate the artificial
respiration and the CPR Process 3 1 2

 participate in emergency
procedures Emergency
procedures: raising alarm,
safe/efficient, evacuation, 3 1 2
correct means of escape,
correct assembly point, roll call,
correct return to work
 complete a written
accident/incident report or
dictate a report to another
person, and send report to
person responsible Incident
Report includes details of:
name, date/time of incident,
3 1 2
date/time of report, location,
environment conditions, persons
involved, sequence of events,
injuries sustained, damage
sustained, actions taken,
witnesses, supervisor/manager
notified
 demonstrate correct method to
move injured people and others 3 1 2
during an emergency
 100 24 76
4. PSS/N1336  accurately receive information
Work and instructions from the
effectively supervisor and fellow workers, 10 3 7
with others getting clarification where
required
 accurately pass on information
to authorized persons who
100
require it and within agreed 10 3 7
timescale and confirm its
receipt
 give information to others
clearly, at a pace and in a
10 3 7
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 display helpful behavior by

assisting others in performing
10 3 7
tasks in a positive manner,
where required and possible
 consult with and assist others to
maximize effectiveness and 10 3 7
efficiency in carrying out tasks
 display appropriate
communication etiquette while
working . Communication
etiquette: do not use abusive
10 3 7
language; use appropriate titles
and terms of respect; do not eat
or chew while talking (vice
versa) etc.
 display active listening skills
while interacting with others at 10 3 7
work
 use appropriate tone, pitch and
language to convey politeness,
10 3 7
assertiveness, care and
professionalism
 demonstrate responsible and
disciplined behaviors at the
workplace .Disciplined
behaviors: e.g. punctuality;
10 3 7
completing tasks as per given
time and standards; not
gossiping and idling time;
eliminating waste, honesty, etc.
 escalate grievances and
problems to appropriate
10 3 7
authority as per procedure to
resolve them and avoid conflict
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SECTION 2
EVIDENCE OF LEVEL

OPTION B

Title/Name of qualification/component: Attendant Sub-Station (66/11, 33/11 KV)- Power Distribution Level: 3

NSQF Domain Key requirements of the job role How the job role relates to the NSQF NSQF
level descriptors Level
Process  Substation attendant maintains all indoor and outdoor The job expects a person to carry out a 3
equipment in good operating condition. job which may require limited range of
 He prepares daily log sheet on an hourly basis to note down activities routine and predictable.
all electrical parameters, energy readings, etc. Hence, it qualifies as a Level 3 role. Since
 He maintains general diary for all activities being carried out it does not involve situation of clear
for repair and maintenance, and issues PTW to give the choice, the role does not qualify for Level
shutdown to O&M staff and similarly restores the supply after 4.
getting clearance from them. This role requires the job holder to work
 He also coordinates with system control, load dispatch in a familiar, routine, predictable, and
center for load flow management and conducts periodical the activities that h/she is expected to
shedding if required. perform are not repetitive, on a regular
 Substation attendant should have proficiency in switchgears basis, and should have the ability to
operation and knowledge of indoor and outdoor equipment communicate, read, write, work late
of substation as well as data logging. hours, pacify and guide the team of
 The candidate should have the ability to communicate, read, workers in operation and maintenance of
write, work late hours, pacify and guide the team of workers substation with little application of
in operation and maintenance of substation understanding, more of practice. Hence it
cannot be placed at level 2.
Professional  power system: How power flows, Generation, Transmission The job holder is expected to have Basic 3
knowledge and distribution number of bays, number of incoming and facts, process and principle applied in
outgoing feeders , load management through single or trade of employment. The role qualifies

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Title/Name of qualification/component: Attendant Sub-Station (66/11, 33/11 KV)- Power Distribution Level: 3

NSQF Domain Key requirements of the job role How the job role relates to the NSQF NSQF
level descriptors Level
double bus, substation network, ring system, back feed etc. for Level 3.
 line components towers, poles, single circuit, double circuit, The job holder is expected to be familiar
over head, underground conductors and cables with all machines and equipment’s and
 substation equipment, current rating of feeder, load key faults occurred in major equipment
management in coordination with system control like Power transformer, Distribution
department, LDC transformer, circuit brakers, control and
 gantry structure, structure lay out, types of porcelain relay panels etc. Their causes and
insulators, overhead conductors, clamps used in station protection system to avoid break down.
 Operating principle of Power Transformer, its main He/she is not expected to know material,
component, auxiliary components and accessories. tools and applications in a limited
Difference between Power and Distribution T/R context, understands context of work and
 operating principle of switch gears (CB), how it operates quality, it cannot be pegged at level 2.
under fault current, benefits of operating medium of OCB,
MOCB, ACB, SF₆, Vaccum circuit breakers
 fault current due to short circuit, over current and earth
fault. Their impact and protection system
 instrument transformers like CTs, PTs, and CVTs
 control panel and its in built measuring instruments,
accessories like heater, lamp, door switch, HRC fuse, relays,
auxiliary, ICT’s etc.
 battery panel, tricle charging, battery status, electrolyte
level, specific gravity of electrolyte, safety measures in
repair and mainentance, ventilation etc.
 tripping mechanism short circuit, earth fault, over current,
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Title/Name of qualification/component: Attendant Sub-Station (66/11, 33/11 KV)- Power Distribution Level: 3

NSQF Domain Key requirements of the job role How the job role relates to the NSQF NSQF
level descriptors Level
 key faults occurred in major equipment like Power
transformer, Distribution transformer, circuit brakers,
control and relay panels etc. Their causes and protection
system to avoid break down
 lightening arrestors (LA) functioning
 types of earthing used in grid station, its significance, why
earth connection with each equipments, measurement of
earth resistance
 shunt capacitor bank, its function to improve pf, switching
operation
 complete tools, tackles and safety gadgets required in grid
station
 approved maintenance procedures and regulation
 how to take safety precautions as per safety manual
 how to keep records of all equipment like name plate,
ratings, pre- commission test report and manuals
 the importance of reporting problems to junior engineer,
officer incharge
Professional skill  make judgments and decisions appropriately The job holder is expected to carry out 3
 identify complex problems and review related information to recall and demonstrate practical skill,
develop and evaluate routine and repetitive in narrow range of
 follow organization rule based decision making process application, hence qualifying the role for
 take decision with systematic course of actions and/or a Level 3.
response As this job does not requires limited
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Title/Name of qualification/component: Attendant Sub-Station (66/11, 33/11 KV)- Power Distribution Level: 3

NSQF Domain Key requirements of the job role How the job role relates to the NSQF NSQF
level descriptors Level
 build customer relationships and use customer centric critically evaluate operation parameters
approach in relation to grid station features
 take help from the junior engineer to solve the problems intended select and apply tools; assist in
 monitor, solve problems and take corrective action with professional works with no variables;
individuals and organizations differentiate good and bad quality.
 analyse problems and changes in conditions, operations, and Therefore, it cannot be pegged at level 2.
the environment to solve problems
 analyze the problem seen in the equipment and take help
from JE
 critically evaluate operation parameters in relation to grid
station features intended
 develop a holistic and comprehensive profile of continuity of
supply based on segregated discrete process stages of blank
forming processes
Core skill  apply knowledge of basic operating principle of isolator and The job holder is expected to 3
circuit breaker Communication written and oral, with
 prepare the details for inspection and maintenance of minimum required clarity, skill of basic
substation equipment as per approved schedule arithmetic and algebraic principles,
 raise and maintain job cards of each equipment personal banking, basic understanding of
 arrange planning of shutdown for planned maintenance, also social and natural environment. Hence,
cover preventive maintenance and break down maintenance this role qualifies for Level 3.
of all equipment As this job does not requires to receive
 maintain records of test results, repairs, and maintenance of and transmit written and oral messages,
all equipment basic arithmetic, personal financing and
 perform routine operation and report trouble shooting of all understanding of social, political, and

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Title/Name of qualification/component: Attendant Sub-Station (66/11, 33/11 KV)- Power Distribution Level: 3

NSQF Domain Key requirements of the job role How the job role relates to the NSQF NSQF
level descriptors Level
substation equipments religious diversity, hygiene and
 identify faulty equipment and safe isolation without environment. Therefore, it cannot be
disturbing of other equipment pegged at level 2
 ensure safety chart, first aid box, switchgear handles, fire The role does not requires to possess
extinguishers, ppe’s and discharge rod are placed at proper skills and language to communicate
location written or oral, with required clarity, skill
 apply basic knowledge of CEA, SERC regulations and IE Act to basic arithmetic and algebraic
2003 principles, basic understanding of social
 apply knowledge of switchgear operation of all types of political and natural environment and
circuit breakers and isolators arrange load management by changeover,
 apply knowledge of power transformer functions back feed the incoming and out going
 apply knowledge of CT’s PT’s and CVT’s functions supply of substation, carry out load
 be aware of significance of earth connection shedding, Hence cannot be pegged at
level 4
 apply knowledge of Capacitor bank functions
 apply knowledge of lightening arrestors (LA) functions
 check hot spots by thermo-vision camera
 check switchyard illumination and replacement of fused
bulbs
 check status of relays O/C & E/F their settings, flag
 ensure status of HRC fuse (PT and ckt) is of correct rating
 apply knowledge of battery and battery charger
 adopt guidelines and procedures and safety regulations laid
down in the organization for safety
 use personal protective equipment (PPE) for proper safety
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Title/Name of qualification/component: Attendant Sub-Station (66/11, 33/11 KV)- Power Distribution Level: 3

NSQF Domain Key requirements of the job role How the job role relates to the NSQF NSQF
level descriptors Level
 ensure work area is clean and safe from hazards
 use safety tags or other warning boards before commencing
work
 record all line parameters and energy reading of each feeder
on hourly basis in log sheet
 arrange planned shut down to O&M staff, issue PTW and
isolate the equipment from power supply to take up for test,
repair and maintenance
 arrange load management by change over, back feed the
incoming and out going supply of substation, carry out load
shedding
 hot line contact with Power system control, load dispatch
centre for approval on emergency operation, power outage,
power failure due to fault and related activities
 prepare the detail for inspection and maintenance of
substation equipment as per approved schedule
 arrange planning of shutdown for planned maintenance, also
cover Preventive Maintenance and Break down Maintenance
of all equipment
 maintain records of test results, repairs, and maintenance of
all equipment
 perform routine operation and report troubleshooting of all
substation equipments
 identify faulty equipment and safe isolation without
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Title/Name of qualification/component: Attendant Sub-Station (66/11, 33/11 KV)- Power Distribution Level: 3

NSQF Domain Key requirements of the job role How the job role relates to the NSQF NSQF
level descriptors Level
 ensure safety chart, First Aid box, switchgear handles, Fire
extinguishers, PPE’s and discharge rod are placed at proper
location
 apply basic knowledge of CEA, SERC regulations and IE Act
2003
 adopt guidelines and procedures and safety regulations laid
down in the organization for safety
 use personal protective equipment (PPE) for proper safety
 ensure work area is clean and safe from hazards
 use safety tags or other warning boards before commencing
work
Responsibility  Under close supervision Some Responsibility for own work The job holder is having some 3
within defined limit. responsibility for own work under close
supervision within defined limit. Hence,
this role qualifies for Level 3. It does not
comprise of any supervisory activities.
Since, the job holder is expected to be
responsible for own working under
defined limit and is not responsible for
own work and learning and adopt
guidelines and procedures and safety
regulations laid down in the organization
for safety. Therefore, this role cannot
be pegged at level 4.

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SECTION 3
EVIDENCE OF NEED

What evidence is there that the qualification is needed?

While collecting data from secondary sources (Details mentioned in the attached skill gap report)
and industry representatives, which was collected with respect to roles for which qualification
packs development, was to be prioritized. This was largely based on dominant roles in the
sector, volume of people required, quantitative and qualitative shortfall which the Industry feels
they face. Governing council of PSSC gave final approval and endorsement for the same.
Estimated demand for the qualification 56,985
estimated supply for the qualification 27,251

What is the estimated uptake of this qualification and what is the basis of this estimate?

Internal Skills Gap analysis Reports for industry demand and secondary research data, though
these do not lend to accurate demand projection. These include CEA and 12 th plan reports.
 Feedback from industry for demand though again sample size may not lend to accurate
figures
 Training duration, and current and potential training capacity envisaged
An LMIS development initiative is being put in place to be more precise regarding the demand
and supply

An RFP is being issued for a more detailed occupational map and skills gap study and will be used
to further provide information regarding the same.

What steps were taken to ensure that the qualification(s) does (do) not duplicate already
existing or planned qualifications in the NSQF?

 NSDC list of Approved and Under-Development QPs was checked prior to commissioning the
work
 NSDC QRC team also confirmed the same
What arrangements are in place to monitor and review the qualification(s)? What data will be
used and at what point will the qualification(s) be revised or updated?
 Agencies have been appointed by the SSC to interact with training providers to gather
feedback in implementation.
 Monitoring of results of assessments
 Employer feedback will be sought post-placement
 A formal review is scheduled in two year time (2018)

Please attach any documents giving further information about any of the topics above.
Give the titles and other relevant details of the document(s) here. Include page references
showing where to find the relevant information.
 Report to the Governing Council
 Minutes of the meeting of GC meetings
 Power Sector Skill Council Skill Gap Report

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SECTION 4
EVIDENCE OF PROGRESSION

What steps have been taken in the design of this or other qualifications to ensure that there is
a clear path to other qualifications in this sector?
 Vertical mobility have been articulated, horizontal mobility will be articulated once full
occupational mapping of the sector is completed.
 Vertical Mobility to Sub-Station Operator (66/11, 33/11 KV)- Distribution

Please attach any documents giving further information about any of the topics above.
Give the titles and other relevant details of the document(s) here. Include page references
showing where to find the relevant information.

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