Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for aerial cable installation
- Prepare for given work according to relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards
- Arrange access to site according to required procedure
- Verify location of proposed aerial cable installation requirements according to appropriate plans and recognise constraints
- Obtain information on location of other services from relevant authorities
- Inform appropriate personnel of existing and potential hazards on worksite
- Select tools and equipment required for safe work practice
- Erect barriers according to safety requirements
- Assess support structure as safe for normal working conditions
- Set up cable installation equipment according to manufacturer’s requirements and enterprise guidelines
- Attach aerial cable to catenary
- Select type of cable bearer for catenary wire or integral bearer installation
- Use basic rigging procedures, methods and equipment for working safely at heights
- Secure catenary wire or integral bearer wire permanently to support structure using safe installation practices according to specifications
- Haul and secure cable to catenary wire following health and safety and environmental requirements
- Ensure minimum sag heights are achieved in accordance with Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) and Australian Standards
- Seal and secure aerial cable
- Seal cable ends to prevent ingress of foreign material
- Secure cable loop, if required, on support structure to reduce damage to conductors or fibres and to enable ease of access for maintenance
- Weather seal building entry points where appropriate
- Fit over-voltage protection devices to all cables with metallic component where required
- Complete reports on installation and design amendments accurately and file promptly according to enterprise requirements
- Restore site and complete documentation