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ICTCBL309
Construct aerial cable supports

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install aerial cable supports in domestic, commercial or industrial communications applications, including digital and analog, telephony, data, video, digital broadcasting, master antenna television (MATV), cable television (CATV), closed-circuit television (CCTV), long term evolution (LTE) computer networks, local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN) and multimedia.

It applies to technical staff installing aerial cable for client and carrier networks. Installations are completed outdoors on a client's premises using basic rigging procedures, methods and equipment for working safely at heights.

Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the Implementation Guide Companion Volume or the relevant regulator for specific guidance on 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 site for installation

1.1 Prepare for given work according to relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards

1.2 Arrange access to site according to required procedure

1.3 Verify aerial cable support installation requirementsaccording to appropriate plans and recognise constraints

1.4 Obtain information on location of other services from relevant authorities

1.5 Inform appropriate personnel of existing and potential hazards on worksite

1.6 Assess support structure as safe for normal working conditions

1.7 Set up cable support installation equipment according to manufacturer’s requirements and enterprise guidelines

2. Install aerial support structures

2.1 Select type of aerial cable support for catenary wire or integrated bearer installation

2.2 Use basic rigging procedures, methods and equipment for working safely at heights

2.3 Erect barriers according to safety requirements

2.4 Construct support foundations to specifications and provide for safe and secure operation of support structure

2.5 Install aerial cable supports securely following work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements according to plan and manufacturer’s specifications

3. Restore site and complete documentation

3.1 Reinstate site to identified requirements

3.2 Complete reports on installation and design amendments and file according to enterprise requirements

3.3 Notify client and obtain sign off

Evidence of the ability to:

prepare site for aerial cable support construction, ensuring all relevant authorities have been notified and approvals obtained prior to commencement

install aerial support structures using pole and wall supports, applying all related health and safety requirements and work practices

use rigging procedures, methods and equipment for working safely at heights

restore site and complete documentation.

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 Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) regulation requirements for Telecommunications Cabling Provider Rules as they apply to aerial cabling

recognise the features and operating requirements of cable supports and installation equipment

outline the legislation, codes of practice and other formal agreements that impact on aerial cable supports

outline the requirements for safe operation of equipment

describe the safety precautions required when working at heights

specify other health and safety requirements relating to the activity and site conditions

identify typical issues and challenges that occur on the work 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 construction of aerial cable supports may be conducted

aerial support installation equipment currently used in industry

relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on aerial cable installation 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 site for installation

1.1 Prepare for given work according to relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards

1.2 Arrange access to site according to required procedure

1.3 Verify aerial cable support installation requirementsaccording to appropriate plans and recognise constraints

1.4 Obtain information on location of other services from relevant authorities

1.5 Inform appropriate personnel of existing and potential hazards on worksite

1.6 Assess support structure as safe for normal working conditions

1.7 Set up cable support installation equipment according to manufacturer’s requirements and enterprise guidelines

2. Install aerial support structures

2.1 Select type of aerial cable support for catenary wire or integrated bearer installation

2.2 Use basic rigging procedures, methods and equipment for working safely at heights

2.3 Erect barriers according to safety requirements

2.4 Construct support foundations to specifications and provide for safe and secure operation of support structure

2.5 Install aerial cable supports securely following work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements according to plan and manufacturer’s specifications

3. Restore site and complete documentation

3.1 Reinstate site to identified requirements

3.2 Complete reports on installation and design amendments and file according to enterprise requirements

3.3 Notify client and obtain sign off

Evidence of the ability to:

prepare site for aerial cable support construction, ensuring all relevant authorities have been notified and approvals obtained prior to commencement

install aerial support structures using pole and wall supports, applying all related health and safety requirements and work practices

use rigging procedures, methods and equipment for working safely at heights

restore site and complete documentation.

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 Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) regulation requirements for Telecommunications Cabling Provider Rules as they apply to aerial cabling

recognise the features and operating requirements of cable supports and installation equipment

outline the legislation, codes of practice and other formal agreements that impact on aerial cable supports

outline the requirements for safe operation of equipment

describe the safety precautions required when working at heights

specify other health and safety requirements relating to the activity and site conditions

identify typical issues and challenges that occur on the work 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 construction of aerial cable supports may be conducted

aerial support installation equipment currently used in industry

relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on aerial cable installation 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
Prepare for given work according to relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards 
Arrange access to site according to required procedure 
Verify aerial cable support installation requirementsaccording to appropriate plans and recognise constraints 
Obtain information on location of other services from relevant authorities 
Inform appropriate personnel of existing and potential hazards on worksite 
Assess support structure as safe for normal working conditions 
Set up cable support installation equipment according to manufacturer’s requirements and enterprise guidelines 
Select type of aerial cable support for catenary wire or integrated bearer installation 
Use basic rigging procedures, methods and equipment for working safely at heights 
Erect barriers according to safety requirements 
Construct support foundations to specifications and provide for safe and secure operation of support structure 
Install aerial cable supports securely following work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements according to plan and manufacturer’s specifications 
Reinstate site to identified requirements 
Complete reports on installation and design amendments and file according to enterprise requirements 
Notify client and obtain sign off 

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