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 for installation | 1.1 Obtain relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards for given work 1.2 Scope work by obtaining project plan from appropriate personnel and arrange for site access to comply with security arrangements 1.3 Notify appropriate personnel of identified safety hazards at worksite 1.4 Determine cable route and type of network cable equipment from project plan, and identify and avoid other services 1.5 Obtain plant, tools and safety equipment and material to perform tasks safely and efficiently 1.6 Evaluate nature of job and infrastructure hierarchy from plan, and obtain approval from client on key features of installation to meet client requirements 1.7 Coordinate other parties to minimise disruption to services and down time 1.8 Segregate incoming and outgoing cables to facilitate access and avoid overlaying and backtracking of cable |
2. Install required cable and equipment support structure | 2.1 Evaluate existing equipment support structure and develop plan for additional support structure provisioning 2.2 Install additional cable support, equipment support structure and cable runs according to manufacturer’s specifications, industry practice, and health and safety and environmental requirements 2.3 Determine cable route between rack and sub-rack and cable termination point to comply with client requirements, site limitations, equipment specifications and regulations 2.4 Install cabling infrastructure to interface rack and sub-rack according to installation instructions 2.5 Complete cabling requirements to support installation of equipment |
3. Install equipment and earthing protection | 3.1 Install lightning protection equipment where required, according to manufacturer’s specifications and industry practice 3.2 Install earthing protection and line conditioning where required, according to relevant Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA), local power company and industry practice 3.3 Install equipment component into rack and sub-rack and complete connections according to manufacturer’s specifications and compliance with warranty requirements |
4. Perform tests | 4.1 Power-on test individual equipment items 4.2 Visually check that all connections and interconnections are firm and sound 4.3 Electrically test all terminations for continuity according to enterprise guidelines |
5. Complete project documentation | 5.1 Install labels to new equipment and radiation warning signs, where required, according to enterprise guidelines 5.2 Record test results for future reference, complete reports on equipment installation and amend design to reflect existing cable layout and equipment according to enterprise requirements 5.3 Recover obsolete materials and return to appropriate point for disposal 5.4 Restore siteaccording to requirements of enterprise or approving authority and to client satisfaction 5.5 Notify appropriate personnel of job completion and obtain sign off |
Evidence of the ability to:
prepare for installation of network cable equipment
provide cable infrastructure
install cable equipment support structure for power, alarms and interrogation requirements
install equipment, test and interpret test results
label equipment correctly
safely use any specialised hand or power tools and equipment
apply regulations and standards related to the installation
comply with all related health and safety 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:
identify and select cabling types, connectors and cabling structures
identify connections to carrier infrastructure or equipment, such as main distribution frame (MDF) or customer interface units (CIU)
describe the network cable installation requirements for the client's equipment
define the electrical and/or optical properties to be measured
identify the health and safety considerations including:
electrical safety
lifting hazards
manufacturer’s requirements for safe operation of equipment
describe the test methods and performance requirements to be used
identify the typical issues and challenges that occur on the worksite
describe the purpose of warranties and service level agreements.
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:
a site where installation of network cable equipment may be conducted
plant, tools and equipment currently used in industry
relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on work activities.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.