Task Decision Matrix
The task decision matrix below is a tool for airport managers and decision-makers to utilize when evaluating the appropriate training or qualifications needed for work on certain airfield electrical projects. In the absence of staff experience as described, the matrix provides options for training which may be used to up-skill airport electrical workers. Task complexity begins in Tier 1 at the bottom of the matrix with relatively simple tasks. Task complexity and associated training and experience needed to conduct various procedures increases in conjunction with higher tiers.
If there is any uncertainty about a task and appropriate electrical experience needed to conduct a procedure, managers should always exercise caution and consult the component manufacturer or a suitably qualified professional.
- Complex regulator calibration / troubleshooting
- Regulator major repairs
- New installation
- Airfield Lighting Control and Monitoring System computer controls and programming
- Proprietary equipment installation and repairs
Tier 4 is someone who is specifically trained to work on lighting equipment and controls by the lighting manufacturer or a contractor under the guidance of the manufacturer.
Note: These technicians often are not journeyman electricians and may be restricted in their ability to work outside of the manufacturer’s equipment such as feed wiring.
Example: Installing a new regulator may require a factory technician for control set up and a Journeyman Electrician to make power connections, etc.
- Regulator calibration / troubleshooting
- Regulator major repairs
- 120v-600v National Electrical Code regulated work
- New construction and installation
- Primary feed wiring from the regulator core to the power company transformer
- Journeyman electrician or equivalent (Note: A licensed electrician is not necessarily a “qualified worker” for airfield lighting)
- Basic series circuit theory
- Complete safety understanding
- De-energization/verification competency
- Lock-out/Tag-out (LOTO)
- Distinguish exposed live parts from other parts
- All possibilities of Tier 2 (below)
- Federal journeyman electrician apprenticeship program
- Must have a list of airfield lighting tasks which trainee has been verified as “qualified” by an outside instructor or experienced airport staff member
- Must have demonstrated the skills and knowledge of each task and any hazards involved
- Journeyman electrician license
- S1 cut-out use
- Circuit meggering (insulation resistance testing)
- Circuit ohming (circuit resistance testing)
- Identifying a fault
- Identifying a failed transformer
- Identifying an open
- Proper splicing technique
- Regulator calibration/ troubleshooting
- Regulator minor repairs
- Basic series circuit theory
- Complete safety understanding
- Understanding of tools and meters
- De-energization/verification competency
- LOTO
- Understanding of component installation process
- Distinguish exposed live parts from other parts
- All possibilities of Tier 1 (below)
- Airfield lighting manufacturer training seminars
- Accredited airfield lighting course
- L-823 splicing certification course
- Must have a list of tasks which trainee has been verified as "qualified" by an outside instructor or experienced airport staff member
- Must have demonstrated the skills and knowledge of each task and any hazards involved
- Regulator operation
- Alarm recognition
- Re-lamping and elevated fixture replacement
- Frangible replacement
- Bolt torquing
- Basic safety understanding
- Basic series circuit theory
- De-energizing of circuit
- Verification of de-energization
- LOTO
- Alaska Department of Transportation airfield lighting safety video
- Advisory Circular 150-5340-26C
- Hands-on de-energization/ verification training with experienced staff/instructor
- LOTO instruction with airport staff
- Must have a list of tasks which trainee has been verified as "qualified" by an outside instructor or experienced airport staff member