This section describes the skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Required skills

accurately identify and diagnose faults

accurately identify and handle cables

communicate in a clear and concise manner

complete documentation

demonstrate basic logic and lateral thinking processes

download and upload digital information

estimate and organise materials tools and equipment requirements

evaluate test results

identify and comply with applicable legislative requirements including licensing

identify and control workplace hazards

identify and follow routine workplace safety procedures

identify and report faulty equipment

operate security equipment and systems

organise and prioritise work tasks

read a multimeter

read and interpret plans and specifications

solve routine problems

test security equipment and systems

use keypads and control panels

use suitable tools and equipment including hand and power tools and testing devices

work in confined spaces

Required knowledge

applicable legislative requirements including licensing and client confidentiality

basics of circuit diagrams

building construction methods and types

cable identification methods and techniques

circuit protection requirements

common equipment and system faults

earthing systems arrangements and requirements

electrical concepts

emergency procedures

faultfinding techniques

isolating and testing procedures

keypad and control panel types and functions

operational principles of data transmission networks

procedures for accessing and storing tools equipment and materials

procedures for reporting malfunctioning or faulty tools and equipment

reporting and documentation requirements

requirements for compliance with Australian building codes and regulations and Australian Communications Authority cabling standards

requirements for working at height and in a confined space

risks and hazards associated with working with security equipment and systems

safe workplace procedures

technical terminology

tests to confirm equipment and system operation

types and functions of computer software

types of security equipment and system configurations

types functions and features of security equipment and systems

types functions and features of tools and equipment including testing devices

waste disposal procedures

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

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

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of

ascertaining normal performance of security equipment and systems against specification schedules

cleaning and storing tools and equipment reinstating work area in a clear and safe condition and updating and submitting all required documentation in an accurate and prompt manner

conducting inspections and tests of security equipment and systems in a methodical manner and accurately identifying and diagnosing faults based on an assessment of test data site variables operational and historical information

following safe and efficient work practices in the use of tools and equipment and effectively managing risks and hazards in the work area

organising appropriate tools equipment and materials to carry out checks and testing of a range of security equipment and systems

preparing and presenting accurate and concise documentation detailing fault diagnosis and repair recommendations based on verifiable data

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment includes

a setting in the workplace or environment that simulates the conditions of performance described in the elements performance criteria and range statement

Resource implications for assessment include

access to plain English version of relevant statutes and procedures

access to a registered provider of assessment services

access to a suitable venue and equipment

assessment instruments including personal planner and assessment record book

work schedules organisational policies and duty statements

Reasonable adjustments must be made to assessment processes where required for people with disabilities This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources and the provision of appropriate assessment support

Method of assessment

This unit of competency could be assessed using the following methods of assessment

observation of processes and procedures

questioning of underpinning knowledge and skills

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and suitable to the language literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the competency being assessed In all cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge

Oral questioning or written assessment may be used to assess underpinning knowledge In assessment situations where the candidate is offered a choice between oral questioning and written assessment questions are to be identical

Supplementary evidence may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence from existing supervisors team leaders or specialist training staff

Legislative requirementsmay relate to:

Organisational requirements may relate to:

Assignment instructionsmay include:

Relevant informationmay relate to:

Interpersonal techniques may involve:

Relevant personsmay include:

Faultsmay be:

Security equipment and systems may include:

Security systems may be:

Tools, equipment and materialsmay include:

Site access and specific site requirementsmay relate to:

Risks and hazardsmay relate to:

Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirementsmay relate to:

Personal protection equipmentmay include:

Systematic fault-findingmethods may involve:

Operational data may be found in:

Documentationmay include: