Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare to set up and configure basic local area network.
- OHS processes and procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and understood.
- The extent of set-up and configuration work is determined from job specifications and in consultation with appropriate person(s).
- Appropriate personnel are consulted to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with others involved on the work site.
- Hardware and software needed for the work is obtained in accordance with established procedures and checked against job requirements.
- Preparatory work is checked to ensure no damage has occurred and complies with requirements.
- Set up, configure and maintain basic local area network.
- OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed.
- Layout of network hardware, cabling and outlets is determined from job specifications or in consultation with appropriate person(s).
- Hardware is installed in accordance with network requirements. (See Note 1)
- Network software and protocols are installed and configured in accordance with network requirements. (See Note 2)
- Network operations are tested and anomalies identified and corrected.
- Reported network failures and faults are responded to and appropriate tools and methods are used to
- Identified causes of reported problems are rectified and network is tested in accordance with established procedures.
- Unexpected situations are dealt with safely and with the approval of an authorised person.
- Set-up configuration and maintenance are carried out efficiently without waste of materials or damage to apparatus and the surrounding environment or services and using sustainable energy practices.
- Complete work and document activities.
- OHS risk control work completion measures and procedures are followed.
- Work site is cleaned and made safe in accordance with established procedures.
- Network configuration and maintenance records are maintained in accordance with established procedures.
- Service report is completed and forwarded to appropriate person(s) in accordance with established procedures.
- Notes.1. Examples of hardware are network card, server, router, hub.2. Examples of configuration are network protocols, user accounts and permissions, shared devices and security.