1. Prepare to use optical measuring instruments
   • Obtain relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards and prepare for given work
   • Notify client for site access, security arrangements and location details of optical system and test purpose
   • Identify site hazards and notify appropriate personnel to make site safe
   • Devise and implement risk control and safety measures when using high power laser test instruments and optical time-domain reflectometer (OTDR) associated with
2. launch fibres, patch cords or enclosure adaptors
   • Prepare testing plan indicating type of measurement at nominated wavelength, based on equipment specifications and in
3. consultation with client
   • Select appropriate tools and test instruments according to required measurement and enterprise practice
4. Conduct optical measurements
   • Set up test instrument according to manufacturer’s instructions, and according to work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements
   • Perform measurement using knowledge of appropriate testing techniques in safe manner to assess performance of optical system or component
   • Record test results and compare with standard test specifications from manufacturer and enterprise guidelines
   • Evaluate test results and report on functionality of optical component or equipment and performance of optical system
5. Document measurement results
   • Document test results for future reference and make recommendations on optimising component and system performance
   • Clean work site and make safe according to enterprise requirements and to client satisfaction
   • Notify appropriate personnel of job completion for sign off and present test documentation

This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. 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) should be included.

Evidence of the ability to:

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: