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ICTTEN311
Inspect, clean and handle optical fibre cable and connectors

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and clean optical fibre connectors and to follow handling and placement practices for optical fibre patch leads and cables. It relates to practices necessary in the installation and patching of fibre for new or replacement cables in switching, transmission and fixed and mobile radio networks.

It applies to linesworkers, technicians or jointers working for carriers, or other service providers. It also applies to work performed under direction of the relevant authority.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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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 for fibre patching

1.1 Obtain relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards for the given work

1.2 Obtain the design schematics and cut over sequence for fibre patching

1.3 Discuss and record details of activities and work schedule with the relevant authority

1.4 Work safely according to relevant safety legislation and company work practices, identifying hazards, including laser safety, dangerous materials handling and using personal protective equipment

1.5 Ensure all tools and materials required for patching are available and in good condition

1.6 Undertake an impact risk assessment, including customer impact risk and work health and safety (WHS) guidelines for the fibre patching requirements, and prepare any necessary notifications

2. Prepare each connector and bulkhead for patching

2.1 Place fibre patch leads in support pathways avoiding pressure points, crushing and excess bending

2.2 Identify appropriate connector and lead type

2.3 Ensure connectors match bulkhead connectors

2.4 Remove connector dust cover and inspect connecting surface for dust or damage using the correct optical scope

2.5 Clean connector, if necessary, with the recommended cleaning materials and tools and re-inspect

2.6 Insert connector and label in accordance with client practices

2.7 Secure cables according to manufacturer's instructions and client practices

2.8 Escalate any hardware replacement problems with the relevant authority

2.9 Test replacement hardware to ensure satisfactory functionality

3. Clean up worksite and complete administrative work

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

3.2 Recover faulty equipment and return to appropriate point for disposal or refurbishment

3.3 Complete documentation, update fault records and make recommendations according to client practices

3.4 Notify appropriate person at the relevant authority of job completion and obtain sign-off

Evidence of the ability to:

interpret, discuss and confirm required work

obtain and check documentation, equipment and hardware for required work

complete an impact risk assessment

inspect fibre connectors using inspection scopes

clean connectors using approved methods

handle optical fibre cable and connectors to prevent damage

complete patching as per patching schedule and under the direction of the relevant authority

follow work health and safety (WHS) requirements and anti-static precautions

follow required practices or contingency plan if hardware replacement is unsuccessful

update fault records and complete required documentation

restore site to required condition

liaise with appropriate personnel for information and reporting purposes.

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:

explain application of direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC) electrical principles to required work

describe static electricity and its importance in testing and working with telecommunications equipment

outline performance testing and fault finding techniques of telecommunications networks

describe the operation and purpose of testing equipment

describe behaviour of faulty network elements including symptoms and impact on network

summarise common telecommunications hardware and network structures

list types of power sources used in telecommunications networks.

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 networks engineering field of work and include access to:

a suitable site to replace telecommunications network hardware

a range of hardware currently used in industry

a range of general and test equipment required for testing telecommunications network hardware.

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 for fibre patching

1.1 Obtain relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards for the given work

1.2 Obtain the design schematics and cut over sequence for fibre patching

1.3 Discuss and record details of activities and work schedule with the relevant authority

1.4 Work safely according to relevant safety legislation and company work practices, identifying hazards, including laser safety, dangerous materials handling and using personal protective equipment

1.5 Ensure all tools and materials required for patching are available and in good condition

1.6 Undertake an impact risk assessment, including customer impact risk and work health and safety (WHS) guidelines for the fibre patching requirements, and prepare any necessary notifications

2. Prepare each connector and bulkhead for patching

2.1 Place fibre patch leads in support pathways avoiding pressure points, crushing and excess bending

2.2 Identify appropriate connector and lead type

2.3 Ensure connectors match bulkhead connectors

2.4 Remove connector dust cover and inspect connecting surface for dust or damage using the correct optical scope

2.5 Clean connector, if necessary, with the recommended cleaning materials and tools and re-inspect

2.6 Insert connector and label in accordance with client practices

2.7 Secure cables according to manufacturer's instructions and client practices

2.8 Escalate any hardware replacement problems with the relevant authority

2.9 Test replacement hardware to ensure satisfactory functionality

3. Clean up worksite and complete administrative work

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

3.2 Recover faulty equipment and return to appropriate point for disposal or refurbishment

3.3 Complete documentation, update fault records and make recommendations according to client practices

3.4 Notify appropriate person at the relevant authority of job completion and obtain sign-off

Evidence of the ability to:

interpret, discuss and confirm required work

obtain and check documentation, equipment and hardware for required work

complete an impact risk assessment

inspect fibre connectors using inspection scopes

clean connectors using approved methods

handle optical fibre cable and connectors to prevent damage

complete patching as per patching schedule and under the direction of the relevant authority

follow work health and safety (WHS) requirements and anti-static precautions

follow required practices or contingency plan if hardware replacement is unsuccessful

update fault records and complete required documentation

restore site to required condition

liaise with appropriate personnel for information and reporting purposes.

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:

explain application of direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC) electrical principles to required work

describe static electricity and its importance in testing and working with telecommunications equipment

outline performance testing and fault finding techniques of telecommunications networks

describe the operation and purpose of testing equipment

describe behaviour of faulty network elements including symptoms and impact on network

summarise common telecommunications hardware and network structures

list types of power sources used in telecommunications networks.

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 networks engineering field of work and include access to:

a suitable site to replace telecommunications network hardware

a range of hardware currently used in industry

a range of general and test equipment required for testing telecommunications network hardware.

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

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Obtain relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards for the given work 
Obtain the design schematics and cut over sequence for fibre patching 
Discuss and record details of activities and work schedule with the relevant authority 
Work safely according to relevant safety legislation and company work practices, identifying hazards, including laser safety, dangerous materials handling and using personal protective equipment 
Ensure all tools and materials required for patching are available and in good condition 
Undertake an impact risk assessment, including customer impact risk and work health and safety (WHS) guidelines for the fibre patching requirements, and prepare any necessary notifications 
Place fibre patch leads in support pathways avoiding pressure points, crushing and excess bending 
Identify appropriate connector and lead type 
Ensure connectors match bulkhead connectors 
Remove connector dust cover and inspect connecting surface for dust or damage using the correct optical scope 
Clean connector, if necessary, with the recommended cleaning materials and tools and re-inspect 
Insert connector and label in accordance with client practices 
2.7 Secure cables according to manufacturer's instructions and client practices 
Escalate any hardware replacement problems with the relevant authority 
Test replacement hardware to ensure satisfactory functionality 
Remove waste and debris from worksite and dispose of according to environmental requirements 
Recover faulty equipment and return to appropriate point for disposal or refurbishment 
Complete documentation, update fault records and make recommendations according to client practices 
Notify appropriate person at the relevant authority of job completion and obtain sign-off 

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