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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare for installation of underground enclosure and conduit
   • Prepare for given work according to relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards
   • Arrange access to site according to required procedure
   • Inform appropriate personnel of existing and potential hazards on worksite
   • Verify location of proposed installation according to appropriate plans obtained from authorised personnel
   • Obtain information on location of other services from relevant authorities
   • Organise tools and equipment for given work and safe work practice
   • Erect barriers according to safety requirements
2. Install enclosure and conduit
   • Excavate site, maintaining stability and allowing ease of access
   • Construct or install enclosure or pit according to design specifications and following work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements
   • Install conduit to specifications and manufacturer’s requirements, ensuring that internal surfaces are free from impediments and sharp edges due to cable hauling
   • Seal conduit entry into enclosure against ingress of foreign matter
   • Install cable support structure and access facilities in pits to specifications
3. Restore site and complete documentation
   • Complete backfill safely using suitable spoil and materials that ensure conduit protection
   • Reinstate site to identified requirements
   • Complete reports on installation and design amendments accurately and file promptly according to enterprise requirements
   • Notify client and obtain sign off

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

excavate for installation of an enclosure and conduit to industry standards, applying related health and safety requirements and work practices

install enclosure and conduit according to specifications and industry standards

restore site and complete documentation.

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:

recognise the features and operating requirements of excavation and installation to select appropriate equipment

outline the manufacturer’s requirements for safe operation of equipment

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

specify health and safety requirements relating to the activity and site conditions

identify the components required for enclosures, pits and conduit

describe the methods of installing enclosures and conduit as they apply to manufacturer's specifications and regulation

identify typical issues and challenges that occur on site.

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