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

Required skills

accurately identify and correctly handle cables

coaching and mentoring to provide support to colleagues

communicate in a clear and concise manner

confirm systems are ready to be commissioned

confirm that systems and their performance meet the required operational specification

demonstrate the operation of systems during handover

effectively operate a range of security systems and networks

estimate and organise resource requirements

methodically prioritise and organise work tasks

minimise disruption to surrounding work activities

read and interpret plans and specifications

safely disable security equipment and systems

select and use suitable tools and equipment

solder weld and carry out basic carpentry

solve routine problems

source relevant commissioning and decommissioning information

test security equipment systems and read a multimeter

Required knowledge

building construction methods and types

cable identification and handling requirements

cable termination and connection procedures

earthing systems arrangements and requirements

electrical concepts voltage current resistance and impedance

electrical connections and types of electrical circuits

functions and features of systems being commissioned

isolation procedures

methods and procedures to commission and decommission a range of security systems and networks

OHS requirements and safe work practices

procedures for working in confined spaces

processes and procedures to bring systems into operation

relevant legislative including Australian building codes and Australian Communications Authority cabling standards

risks and hazards associated with commissioning and decommissioning work

security systems and network configurations and programs

technical terminology

types and functions of computer software

types and functions of tools equipment and testing devices

types functions and requirements of security systems and networks

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

accessing security systems and network and methodically carrying out commissioning and decommissioning procedures with minimal disruption to client services existing structures or normal work routines

clearly identifying commissioning and decommissioning requirements of security systems and network from work order and organising appropriate tools equipment and materials to carry out work

following safe and efficient work practices in the use of tools and equipment and accurately identifying and managing risks and hazards to commissioning and decommissioning work and work areas

handing over security equipment and system to client ensuring a full and complete understanding of systems and network operations and functions through the provision of clear and effective instructions information and training as required

reinstating work area to a safe operational condition and preparing and submitting all required documentation in an accurate and prompt manner

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 requirements may relate to:

Organisational requirements may relate to:

Assignment instructionsmay include:

Relevant informationmay include:

Tools, equipment and testing devicesmay include:

Site access and specific site requirementsmay include:

Relevant personsmay include:

Riskrelates to:

Hand-over may involve: