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ICTCMP2239B
Perform restricted customer premises broadband cabling work: ACMA Restricted Rule

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


The unit applies to technical staff who install and terminate customer premises’ cable on new installations or upgrades, or maintain existing networks in domestic premises, including small office home office (SOHO) and small commercial premises that do not have a main distribution frame (MDF) or jumperable distributor as the network boundary point.

Broadband cabling involves the range of high performance twisted pair data cables that include Category 5, Category 5e, Category 6 and Category 6A.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to install simple point to point broadband cabling.

Customer cabling work in the telecommunications, fire, security and data industries must be performed by a registered cabler. Cablers are required to register with a registrar accredited by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA).

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Prerequisites

ICTCBL2136B Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Restricted Rule

Or equivalent industry experience.


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.




Evidence Required

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.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the ability to:

install and terminate fixed broadband cable to industry standards and manufacturer specifications

conduct a successful wire map and data rate qualification test and record test results

provide report to client documenting the installation and test results

comply with all related WHS requirements and work practices.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to:

sites where installation and termination of cabling may be conducted

use of industry-current tools, testing equipment and personal protective equipment

relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on installation activities.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

review of a hands-on project completed by the candidate

review of an oral and written report with completed documentation, including test results

direct observation of the candidate installing and terminating coaxial cable.

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

ICTCBL2136B Install, maintain and modify customer premises communications cabling: ACMA Restricted Rule

ICTCBL2139B Apply safe technical work practices for cabling registrationwhen configuring an ASDL circuit.

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the oral communication skill level, and language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

communication skills to liaise with supervisors, team members and clients

literacy skills to interpret:

related regulations and standards

technical documentation, such as equipment manuals and specifications

numeracy skills to take and analyse measurements

planning and organising skills to organise and maintain equipment

problem-solving skills to solve equipment and logistics problems

safety awareness skills to:

check that environmental conditions are suitable for termination

make sites safe and secure for cable installation

work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment

task-management skills to:

apply work practices without damaging cable

conform to work specifications and relevant industry standards

technical skills to:

check cable route for obstructions and clear route using suitable methods

handle cable according to manufacturer specifications so that conductors, sheath and insulation are not damaged during installation

select cabling system to meet customer performance needs

read and interpret drawings related to:

cable layouts

outlet location

terminate internal copper twisted pair and data cables

use applicable testing equipment

use hand and power tools.

Required knowledge

ACMA cabling provider rules, cabler registration rules, regulations and standards

cable test methods and system performance requirements

features and operating requirements of applicable test equipment

information required to operate equipment according to a test specification

key components of codes of practice and other formal agreements that impact on the work activity

manufacturer requirements for safe operation of equipment

specific WHS requirements relating to the activity and site conditions

techniques for terminating data cable

typical installation issues and challenges that may occur on site.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Tools and equipment may include:

tools:

cable ties

coring tool

crimping tool

drills

hammers

labeller

ladders

saws

stripping and preparation tool

terminating tool

torque spanner

equipment:

multimeter

LAN cable qualification tester

LAN cable certification tester

wire map tester.

Cabling may include:

aerial customer

external customer

indoor customer

underground customer.

Restricted cabling work refers to:

aerial and underground cabling work on private property

cabling work that is performed only in relation to a customer’s premises

customer cabling that terminates directly at the network boundary on a socket or network termination device.

WHS and environmental requirements may include:

decommissioning and isolating work site and lines before beginning work

environmental considerations:

clean-up protection

stormwater protection

waste management

identifying other services, including power and gas

personal protective clothing:

earmuffs

gloves (leather, plastic and rubber)

head protection

kneepads

masks

protective suits

safety boots

safety glasses

safety harness and line

safe work practices, such as the safe use and handling of:

asbestos

chemicals

materials

tools and equipment

work platforms

safety equipment, including:

flashing lights

gas and other hazard-detection equipment

safety barriers

traffic cones

trench guards

warning signs and tapes

special access requirements

suitable light and ventilation.

Hazards may include:

general hazards, including:

building debris

earth potential rise (EPR)

live power lines

manual handling

mud and water

natural gas and other gas build-up

radio frequency equipment emitting radiation

remote power feeding services that operate at above telecommunications network voltage (TNV)

slippery surfaces

vermin.

Cabling environment may refer to:

indoor environments, including concealed locations:

ceilings and false ceilings

internal wall spaces

modular workstations

under floor

outdoor environments, including cable installations:

aerial telecommunications cabling for restricted cabling work that does not include installations on poles shared with low voltage (LV) or high voltage (HV) electrical power cables or terminations

external walls

underground cabling in an exclusive trench or shared trench with electrical LV cables and other utilities.

Manufacturer specifications may include:

attenuation rate, or absence of attenuation, for a class of cable in a defined cabling application

bend radius not exceeding manufacturer specification

placement of cable with sufficient slack to allow termination

cable lengths not exceeding manufacturer or design specifications

installation of cable safely without damage to cable or client’s premises

use of cable ties and brackets that do not damage cable.

Industry standards and regulatory requirements may include:

accredited registrars and registration

ACMA Cabling Provider Rules

ANSI/TIA-570-B:2004 North American Design Standard

AS/ACIF S008:2006 and AS/ACIF S009:2006

AS/NZS 3000:2007

Australian Communications Industry Forum (ACIF) standards and codes maintained by Communications Alliance

Certified Components List (CCL)

Communications Cabling Manual (CCM) – restricted

IEC 61935-3:2008 International Standard

labelling requirements

Telecommunications Act 1997.

Separations refer to:

correct separations between communications cable and other services:

low voltage

open terminations

separations covered by AS/ACIF S009:2006.

Over-voltage protection device requirements must comply with:

ACMA standards

manufacturer specifications

organisational or local environmental hazards.

Termination may include:

8 pin modular (RJ45 type) connectors terminated at both ends of a fixed broadband cable and tested

*Note: Jumperable distributors and patch panels are outside the scope of cabler registration at this level and so are not included in this work.

Compliance testing must include:

qualification test of cabling at required data rate (e.g. 100MBs or 1GB)

wire map testing.

Records may include:

cable plans

network termination device record cards

telecommunication cabling advice forms TCA1 and TCA2.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Arrange access to site and organise tools and equipment for specialised broadband cabling for restricted cabling work 
Review site according to work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements and assess hazards 
Determine that cable route and cabling environment meet manufacturer specifications, industry standards and regulatory requirements 
Place and secure correct cable type according to accepted industry practice and relevant regulations and standards 
Maintain cable and services separations in runs and crossovers to meet manufacturer specifications and relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards 
Fit over-voltage protection devices to cables and metallic components where required 
Terminate the cable according to accepted industry practice and relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards 
Maintain correct twist ratio to optimise system performance at rated level 
Conduct compliance testing of the cable installation and termination with suitable tester and record compliance 
Supply system performance documents to client and complete cabling records 

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