List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare cable termination | 1.1 Arrange access according to customer and individual worksite requirements 1.2 Prepare for cable terminating work within regulatory environment, cabling environment, cable type, cable identification, termination systems, earthing and protection, records and relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards 1.3 Select correct termination for installation according to strategies to manage infrastructure and relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards 1.4 Notify appropriate personnel of identified safety hazards at cabling worksite 1.5 Identify remote power feeding services that operate at above telecommunications network voltage (TNV) inside customer premises, and risks posed by contact with remote power feed 1.6 Remove all contaminants from worksite that may adversely affect termination and prepare worksite to ensure adequate visibility to minimise errors and reduce eye strain 1.7 Design cable and block location within frame with capacity for expansion where possible 1.8 Segregate incoming and outgoing cables for ease of access and to minimise overlaying and backtracking of cable |
2. Terminate cable | 2.1 Remove cable sheath to allow for conductor length and installation requirements 2.2 Fan out cable pair groups to manufacturer’s coding system to ensure correct terminating sequence and unique identification where appropriate 2.3 Install over-voltage protection devices to all cables with metallic component where required 2.4 Install terminating modules to frame according to manufacturer’s specifications 2.5 Fan cable pairs neatly to termination equipment to facilitate accurate termination 2.6 Terminate cable following work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements to manufacturer’s specifications using correct tool 2.7 Earth cable shield to manufacturer’s specifications and industry standards |
3. Test termination | 3.1 Conduct visual inspection to confirm that termination colour code sequence has been followed 3.2 Test termination to satisfy performance specifications and record results if required |
4. Complete records and clean up site | 4.1 Label cable pairs clearly to provide an accurate identification according to manufacturer, industry and customer standards 4.2 Update records and plans with cabling details to provide accurate record according to industry codes of practice and current Australian standards 4.3 Complete telecommunications cabling advice (TCA) forms and provide to customer 4.4 Remove installation waste and debris from worksite and dispose of according to environmental requirements to maintain safe worksite conditions |
Evidence of the ability to:
plan and prepare for cable termination activity
terminate systems at both distributor and outlet locations
terminate one jumperable distributor (campus distributor or building distributor) with a capacity of 100 pair or greater and one non-jumperable distributor (local distributor) and a patch panel
terminate at least one 50 pair, one 4 pair ethernet unshielded twisted pair (UTP) data cable and one ethernet shielded twisted pair (STP) data cable, including accurate completion of installation records, drawing alterations and compliance forms
use correct methods to terminate a range of cables
conduct and interpret cable test results on a minimum of three different lead-in faults
interpret and apply relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards
update records and plans to show cable locations
comply with all related workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements and work practices.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
describe the features and operating requirements of testing
explain how to operate termination tools to manufacturer's guidelines
outline legislation, codes of practice and other formal agreements that impact on the work activity
describe how to install and maintain cabling products to manufacturer's guidelines
discuss specific WHS requirements relating to the activity and site conditions
explain termination methods and performance requirements
discuss typical issues and challenges that occur on site.
Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the telecommunications – cabling field of work and include access to:
sites where metallic conductor cable may be terminated
colour codes for visual inspections or wire-mappers for 4 pair cable tests
relevant regulatory and cabling documentation that impacts on cable terminating activities.
Note: Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
Refer to the ICT Implementation Guide Companion Volume for recommended assessor details.