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ICTCBL404
Test cable bearers

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to test cable bearers. It involves setting up, testing and interpreting test results and determining appropriate action for all cable types (metallic, optical fibre and coaxial).

It applies to technicians and line installers whose work involves testing cable bearers for connections, signal strength or loss of cable links on client cable and service provider networks, in accordance with manufacturer’s and design specifications.

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 and set up for cable test

1.1 Obtain relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards

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 type of cable bearer and cable route from project plan and identify test requirements using work instructions

1.5 Obtain tools and safety equipment and material to perform tasks safely and efficiently

1.6 Select and use required protective equipment and make site safe and secure for testing work

1.7 Determine need for outage, extent, location and timing, if required, and negotiate with appropriate personnel

1.8 Select and set up suitable test equipment according to manufacturer’s specifications for cable tests to be performed to ensure relevance of test data

1.9 Ensure equipment calibration certification is current to reduce possibility of unreliable test data and ensure traceability

2. Perform cable tests

2.1 Follow work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements for given work, and identify and avoid other services

2.2 Determine and record cable parameters for consideration in assessment of performance

2.3 Conduct performance tests as required by both equipment and enterprise specification for specific cable type and purpose

3. Interpret test results and determine action

3.1 Record test results for evaluation and compare against manufacturer’s and site specifications

3.2 Analyse test results and evaluate cable performance with consideration of recorded cable parameters

3.3 Diagnose problems to determine cable faults and make arrangements for repairs or modifications

3.4 Retest faulty cable after faults have been rectified

4. Document test results and clean up site

4.1 Produce evaluated test results according to enterprise guidelines and without delay to ensure test results remain current

4.2 Update site and installation files to ensure traceability of information on system performance is maintained

4.3 Archive test record details for life of cable according to enterprise guidelines

4.4 Remove waste and debris from worksite and dispose of according to environmental requirements

4.5 Notify appropriate personnel of job completion and obtain sign off

Evidence of the ability to:

perform tests on cable bearers

use a range of tests

interpret test results

rectify a range of faults

report on the completed tests

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:

describe the features, operation and specifications of test equipment

identify a range of tests performed on cable bearers

describe codes of practice and standard procedures that apply to cable bearers

list common cable bearer faults and describe how to rectify them

specify health and safety requirements relating to use and operation of test equipment

outline the components of reports and identify the reasons for other documentation required when conducting tests.

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 testing may be conducted

cabling and equipment currently used in industry

relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on testing cable bearers.

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 and set up for cable test

1.1 Obtain relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards

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 type of cable bearer and cable route from project plan and identify test requirements using work instructions

1.5 Obtain tools and safety equipment and material to perform tasks safely and efficiently

1.6 Select and use required protective equipment and make site safe and secure for testing work

1.7 Determine need for outage, extent, location and timing, if required, and negotiate with appropriate personnel

1.8 Select and set up suitable test equipment according to manufacturer’s specifications for cable tests to be performed to ensure relevance of test data

1.9 Ensure equipment calibration certification is current to reduce possibility of unreliable test data and ensure traceability

2. Perform cable tests

2.1 Follow work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements for given work, and identify and avoid other services

2.2 Determine and record cable parameters for consideration in assessment of performance

2.3 Conduct performance tests as required by both equipment and enterprise specification for specific cable type and purpose

3. Interpret test results and determine action

3.1 Record test results for evaluation and compare against manufacturer’s and site specifications

3.2 Analyse test results and evaluate cable performance with consideration of recorded cable parameters

3.3 Diagnose problems to determine cable faults and make arrangements for repairs or modifications

3.4 Retest faulty cable after faults have been rectified

4. Document test results and clean up site

4.1 Produce evaluated test results according to enterprise guidelines and without delay to ensure test results remain current

4.2 Update site and installation files to ensure traceability of information on system performance is maintained

4.3 Archive test record details for life of cable according to enterprise guidelines

4.4 Remove waste and debris from worksite and dispose of according to environmental requirements

4.5 Notify appropriate personnel of job completion and obtain sign off

Evidence of the ability to:

perform tests on cable bearers

use a range of tests

interpret test results

rectify a range of faults

report on the completed tests

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:

describe the features, operation and specifications of test equipment

identify a range of tests performed on cable bearers

describe codes of practice and standard procedures that apply to cable bearers

list common cable bearer faults and describe how to rectify them

specify health and safety requirements relating to use and operation of test equipment

outline the components of reports and identify the reasons for other documentation required when conducting tests.

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 testing may be conducted

cabling and equipment currently used in industry

relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on testing cable bearers.

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 relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards 
Scope work by obtaining project plan from appropriate personnel and arrange for site access to comply with security arrangements 
Notify appropriate personnel of identified safety hazards at worksite 
Determine type of cable bearer and cable route from project plan and identify test requirements using work instructions 
Obtain tools and safety equipment and material to perform tasks safely and efficiently 
Select and use required protective equipment and make site safe and secure for testing work 
Determine need for outage, extent, location and timing, if required, and negotiate with appropriate personnel 
Select and set up suitable test equipment according to manufacturer’s specifications for cable tests to be performed to ensure relevance of test data 
Ensure equipment calibration certification is current to reduce possibility of unreliable test data and ensure traceability 
Follow work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements for given work, and identify and avoid other services 
Determine and record cable parameters for consideration in assessment of performance 
Conduct performance tests as required by both equipment and enterprise specification for specific cable type and purpose 
Record test results for evaluation and compare against manufacturer’s and site specifications 
Analyse test results and evaluate cable performance with consideration of recorded cable parameters 
Diagnose problems to determine cable faults and make arrangements for repairs or modifications 
Retest faulty cable after faults have been rectified 
Produce evaluated test results according to enterprise guidelines and without delay to ensure test results remain current 
Update site and installation files to ensure traceability of information on system performance is maintained 
Archive test record details for life of cable according to enterprise guidelines 
Remove waste and debris from worksite and dispose of according to environmental requirements 
Notify appropriate personnel of job completion and obtain sign off 

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