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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare materials and secure site
  2. Construct foundations for radio structure
  3. Assemble and mount telecommunications radio structure
  4. Complete administrative duties

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

undertake pre-construction checks to ensure a safe working environment

construct foundations according to engineering specifications

select site for hoisting equipment, ensuring location is safe for the operator and the construction

preassemble the structure at ground level, ensuring completion of each assembled component

assemble and mount a telecommunications radio structure, including temporary and permanent guy anchors

install functional and protective earthing systems, following security and safety procedures.

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:

summarise the impact that weather conditions impose on the constructions and installation of telecommunications structures

describe the safety risks associated with the installation of telecommunications equipment in remote areas including:

hypothermia symptoms and methods of prevention and treatment

electromagnetic radiation (EMR) safety practices

personal protective equipment for rigging projects

working-at-heights safety practices

discuss the features and operating requirements of:

construction equipment

rigging equipment

identify the information required to build a telecommunications radio structure

describe rigging practices and systems for telecommunications radio structures

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

summarise licensing and regulatory issues applying to rigging practices and systems on telecommunications radio structures

describe manufacturer’s requirements for safe operation of equipment

discuss the following work health and safety (WHS) requirements:

WHS legislation and regulations

company procedures relating to the activity and site conditions

discuss typical issues and challenges that can occur on an installation site.