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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare to install telecommunications earthing system
  2. Install and secure earth cable
  3. Terminate and test earth cable installation
  4. Complete task and documentation

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

evaluate earthing needs for cable systems on client premises

determine potential earthing locations

determine earth route and support system

install earth to a backmount, rack or enclosure

test the earth installation

label and document the installation

manage remote power feed services

comply with all related work health and safety (WHS) requirements and work practices.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.


Knowledge Evidence

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

identify the current Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) Competency Requirements for Telecommunications Cabling Provider Rules, legislation, codes of practice and other formal agreements that impact on the work activity

describe the features and operating requirements of test equipment

describe the information required to operate equipment according to a test specification

describe the types of location in which installations may be required

identify manufacturer‘s requirements for safe operation of equipment

identify the applicable Commonwealth, state and territory legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and industry standards and guidance notes relevant to WHS, own workplace, work role and responsibilities, the activity and site conditions

outline the differences between the Commonwealth, state and territory WHS legislation and regulations

describe test methods and performance requirements

identify typical issues and challenges that occur on site

describe electrical earthing applications including electrical bonding and equipotential bonding

define earth systems with functionality including elimination of interference from electromagnetic, radio frequency (RF) and power sources, and reduce interference from electromagnetic RF and power sources.