Required skills

communication skills to liaise with internal and external personnel on technical and operational matters

literacy skills to interpret technical documentation such as cable plans equipment manuals specifications and service orders

numeracy skills to take and analyse measurements

planning and organisational skills to organise and maintain equipment

problem solving skills to solve equipment and logistics problems

task management skills to work systematically with required attention to detail and adhere to all safety requirements

technical skills to

perform fault clearance

use basic rigging procedures methods and equipment for working safely at heights

use diagnostic equipment

use hand and power tools

Required knowledge

ACMA Competency Requirements for Telecommunications Cabling Provider Rules

features and operating requirements of test equipment

information required to operate equipment according to a test specification

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

manufacturers requirements for safe operation of equipment

safety precautions when working at heights

specific OHS requirements relating to the activity and site conditions

test methods and performance requirements

typical issues and challenges that occur on site

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

Overview of assessment

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

Evidence of the ability to

prepare site for aerial cable support construction ensuring all relevant authorities have been notified and approvals obtained prior to commencement

install aerial support structures using pole and wall supports applying all related OHS requirements and work practices

use rigging procedures methods and equipment for working safely at heights

restore site and complete documentation

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

sites where construction of aerial cable supports may be conducted

use of aerial support installation equipment currently used in industry

relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impact on aerial cable installation activities

Methods of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge The following examples are appropriate for this unit

review of a handson project completed by the candidate

review of an oral and written report with completed documentation including updated cable plans and records

direct observation of the candidate constructing aerial cable supports

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended for example

ICTCBLA Install aerial cable

ICTCBL3021A Install aerial cable.

Aboriginal people and other people from a nonEnglish speaking background may have second language issues

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the oral communication skill level and language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed

In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge Questioning techniques should not require language literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency

Where applicable physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs

Relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards may include:

Aerial cable support installation requirements may include:

Plans may include:

Constraints may include:

Relevant authorities may include:

Hazards may include:

Support structure as safe may refer to:

Specifications may include:

Aerial cable supports may include:

OHS and environmental requirements may relate to:

Reports may include: