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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare service installation
   • Arrange access to site with client and obtain job specifications
   • Notify supervisor of identified safety hazards at worksite according to work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements
   • Use installation specifications to determine type of services, network cables and equipment required for installation
   • Select cables and equipment that comply with functionality and compatibility of existing installation
   • Select and obtain tools and equipment to carry out installation activity
2. Install cable and equipment to building
   • Locate, connect and check cables at entry into network for transmission quality and continuity where service to building exists
   • Install cable and equipment, and seal cable entry to building in safe manner according to installation plans and Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) standards
   • Test overall functionality of new service to meet installation specifications
   • Rectify faults if required and minimise interruption to existing service in agreement with client
   • Install lightning protection, where required, according to enterprise guidelines and industry practice
3. Complete records and clean up site
   • 3.1 Label cable pairs clearly to provide accurate identification according to manufacturer's, industry and client standards
   • Update records and plans with installation details to provide accurate record according to industry codes of practice and current Australian Standards
   • Remove installation waste and debris from worksite and dispose of according to environmental requirements to maintain safe worksite conditions
   • Complete Telecommunications Cabling Advice (TCA) forms and present to client to obtain sign off

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

prepare and install cable and equipment to a building complying with Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA), enterprise and government regulations

conduct tests related to transmission quality and continuity of cables at network entry point

label and document installation work, complying with industry codes of practice

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.

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Knowledge Evidence

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

list information required to operate equipment according to a test specification

describe features and operating requirements of test equipment

outline legislation, codes of practice and other formal agreements that impact on the work activity

summarise manufacturer’s requirements for safe operation of equipment

discuss WHS requirements and work practices associated with cable provision, including:

adequate warning signs

protective clothing and personal safety items

safety devices

explain test methods and performance requirements

discuss typical issues and challenges that occur on site.

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