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ICTCBL212
Erect aerial cable supports

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit describes skills and knowledge required to erect cable supports in small aerial client installations and access networks where they may be required to do new installations, upgrades or maintain existing networks in domestic, commercial and industrial installations to deliver services in xdigital subscriber lines (xDSL), fibre to the home (FTTH) and hybrid fibre coaxial (HFC) networks.

It applies to individuals working as telecommunications linesmen and line installers who make use of aerial support structures and specialist tools.

Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements.

Refer to the ICT Implementation Guide Companion Volume or the relevant regulator for details of licensing, legislative or certification requirements.

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Evidence Required

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare to install aerial cable structure

1.1 Obtain construction plan from appropriate personnel to scope work and arrange for site access

1.2 Notify appropriate personnel of identified safety hazards at cabling worksite

1.3 Determine cable route from construction plan, identifying and avoiding other services

1.4 Obtain plant, tools, safety equipment and material to perform tasks safely and efficiently

2. Install aerial support structures

2.1 Use tools according to enterprise guidelines and work health and safety (WHS) regulations

2.2 Erect safety barriers according to enterprise guidelines to secure site

2.3 Excavate hole to specifications and according to enterprise guidelines for erection of mounting pole

2.4 Install pole using mechanical lifting devices according to enterprise guidelines

2.5 Install fixing structures on pole securely according to manufacturer’s specifications

2.6 Install aerial fixing devices where support is other than pole according to enterprise guidelines

3. Complete project

3.1 Complete reports according to enterprise policy and record alterations to plans using appropriate symbols

3.2 Recover obsolete materials and equipment and return to appropriate point for disposal

3.3 Restore site according to requirements of enterprise or approving authority and to client satisfaction

3.4 Notify appropriate personnel of job completion and obtain sign off

Evidence of the ability to:

install a pole and aerial fixing device after relevant authorities have been notified and approvals obtained prior to commencement

demonstrate use of specialised hand or power tools and equipment for the installation of aerial cable supports safely

apply work health and safety (WHS) requirements and work practices associated with the installation of aerial cable supports, including protective clothing and personal safety items, adequate warning signs and safety devices.

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 equipment

describe the information required to operate equipment according to a specification

identify legislation, codes of practice and other formal agreements that impact on the work activity

describe licence requirements for working at heights

identify the manufacturer’s requirements for safe operation of equipment

identify specific WHS requirements relating to the activity and site conditions

describe test methods and performance requirements

identify 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 should be typical of those experienced in the telecommunications – cabling field of work and include access to:

sites where aerial cable supports may be installed

plant, tools and equipment to erect aerial supports currently used in industry

relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on aerial support erection activities.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare to install aerial cable structure

1.1 Obtain construction plan from appropriate personnel to scope work and arrange for site access

1.2 Notify appropriate personnel of identified safety hazards at cabling worksite

1.3 Determine cable route from construction plan, identifying and avoiding other services

1.4 Obtain plant, tools, safety equipment and material to perform tasks safely and efficiently

2. Install aerial support structures

2.1 Use tools according to enterprise guidelines and work health and safety (WHS) regulations

2.2 Erect safety barriers according to enterprise guidelines to secure site

2.3 Excavate hole to specifications and according to enterprise guidelines for erection of mounting pole

2.4 Install pole using mechanical lifting devices according to enterprise guidelines

2.5 Install fixing structures on pole securely according to manufacturer’s specifications

2.6 Install aerial fixing devices where support is other than pole according to enterprise guidelines

3. Complete project

3.1 Complete reports according to enterprise policy and record alterations to plans using appropriate symbols

3.2 Recover obsolete materials and equipment and return to appropriate point for disposal

3.3 Restore site according to requirements of enterprise or approving authority and to client satisfaction

3.4 Notify appropriate personnel of job completion and obtain sign off

Evidence of the ability to:

install a pole and aerial fixing device after relevant authorities have been notified and approvals obtained prior to commencement

demonstrate use of specialised hand or power tools and equipment for the installation of aerial cable supports safely

apply work health and safety (WHS) requirements and work practices associated with the installation of aerial cable supports, including protective clothing and personal safety items, adequate warning signs and safety devices.

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 equipment

describe the information required to operate equipment according to a specification

identify legislation, codes of practice and other formal agreements that impact on the work activity

describe licence requirements for working at heights

identify the manufacturer’s requirements for safe operation of equipment

identify specific WHS requirements relating to the activity and site conditions

describe test methods and performance requirements

identify 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 should be typical of those experienced in the telecommunications – cabling field of work and include access to:

sites where aerial cable supports may be installed

plant, tools and equipment to erect aerial supports currently used in industry

relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on aerial support erection activities.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Obtain construction plan from appropriate personnel to scope work and arrange for site access 
Notify appropriate personnel of identified safety hazards at cabling worksite 
Determine cable route from construction plan, identifying and avoiding other services 
Obtain plant, tools, safety equipment and material to perform tasks safely and efficiently 
Use tools according to enterprise guidelines and work health and safety (WHS) regulations 
Erect safety barriers according to enterprise guidelines to secure site 
Excavate hole to specifications and according to enterprise guidelines for erection of mounting pole 
Install pole using mechanical lifting devices according to enterprise guidelines 
Install fixing structures on pole securely according to manufacturer’s specifications 
Install aerial fixing devices where support is other than pole according to enterprise guidelines 
Complete reports according to enterprise policy and record alterations to plans using appropriate symbols 
Recover obsolete materials and equipment and return to appropriate point for disposal 
Restore site according to requirements of enterprise or approving authority and to client satisfaction 
Notify appropriate personnel of job completion and obtain sign off 

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