Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

ICTCBL220 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Install a cable lead-in

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency ICTCBL220 - Install a cable lead-in
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes skills and knowledge required to install indoor and outdoor aerial and underground lead-ins for client installations of a new metallic or optical cable installation, or upgrade for an existing network or subsystem, or cabling infrastructure for convergence to next generation networks (NGN) digital reception and broadband.It applies to technical staff who haul underground or fix aerial cable lead-in. They may make use of tension meters and hauling equipment. It can be applied to new installations and upgrades of telecommunications cabling projects in domestic, commercial and industrial installations.Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the ICT Implementation Guide Companion Volume or the relevant regulator for details of licensing, legislative or certification requirements.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances should be typical of those experienced in the telecommunications – cabling field of work and include access to:

special purpose tools, equipment and materials

sites where aerial and underground cable lead-ins may be conducted

equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry

testing equipment currently used in industry

relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on work activities.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare for cable installation
  • Prepare for given work according to industry standards
  • Arrange access to site according to required procedure
  • Inform appropriate personnel of identified hazards and safety constraints on worksite
  • Obtain cable installation plan and set up installation equipment according to manufacturer’s requirements
  • Select suitable protective clothing, tools and equipment, and safety equipment, and confirm support structures are safe
       
Element: Install aerial cable lead-in
  • Identify and use safe support structures
  • Select type of cable bearer and determine need for separate catenary wire installation
  • Secure catenary wire or bearer wire permanently to support structure using aerial fixing devices, and adjust tension to meet relevant height and minimum sag requirements to required specifications
  • Secure cable safely to catenary wire, leaving cable loop on support structure
  • Terminate cable in client enclosure and aerial enclosure
       
Element: Install underground cable lead-in
  • Run push rod through pipe and attach cable for hauling
  • Haul cable using lubricant, cable slippers or rollers to ensure no sheath damage when hauling at correct tension into and out of enclosures
  • Provide sufficient cable allowance in enclosures for jointing and maintenance requirements
  • Terminate cable in client enclosure and pit enclosure
       
Element: Seal and secure cable
  • Seal cable ends to prevent ingress of foreign material
  • Secure cable loop on support structure to minimise damage to conductors
  • Weather seal building entry points where appropriate
  • Fit over voltage protection devices to all cables with metallic component where required
       
Element: Complete tasks on site
  • Record any approved alteration to original design and return to appropriate personnel
  • Complete appropriate records and sign reports where required according to enterprise policy
  • Restore site to original condition and dispose of waste in environmentally safe manner
  • Notify client and obtain sign off
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for cable installation

1.1 Prepare for given work according to industry standards

1.2 Arrange access to site according to required procedure

1.3 Inform appropriate personnel of identified hazards and safety constraints on worksite

1.4 Obtain cable installation plan and set up installation equipment according to manufacturer’s requirements

1.5 Select suitable protective clothing, tools and equipment, and safety equipment, and confirm support structures are safe

2 Install aerial cable lead-in

2.1 Identify and use safe support structures

2.2 Select type of cable bearer and determine need for separate catenary wire installation

2.3 Secure catenary wire or bearer wire permanently to support structure using aerial fixing devices, and adjust tension to meet relevant height and minimum sag requirements to required specifications

2.4 Secure cable safely to catenary wire, leaving cable loop on support structure

2.5 Terminate cable in client enclosure and aerial enclosure

3 Install underground cable lead-in

3.1 Run push rod through pipe and attach cable for hauling

3.2 Haul cable using lubricant, cable slippers or rollers to ensure no sheath damage when hauling at correct tension into and out of enclosures

3.3 Provide sufficient cable allowance in enclosures for jointing and maintenance requirements

3.4 Terminate cable in client enclosure and pit enclosure

4 Seal and secure cable

4.1 Seal cable ends to prevent ingress of foreign material

4.2 Secure cable loop on support structure to minimise damage to conductors

4.3 Weather seal building entry points where appropriate

4.4 Fit over voltage protection devices to all cables with metallic component where required

5 Complete tasks on site

5.1 Record any approved alteration to original design and return to appropriate personnel

5.2 Complete appropriate records and sign reports where required according to enterprise policy

5.3 Restore site to original condition and dispose of waste in environmentally safe manner

5.4 Notify client and obtain sign off

Evidence of the ability to:

install at least one type of aerial cable and one type of underground cable, including placing and securing cables on support structures and building faces for both internal and external locations

haul, secure and seal cables

perform visual inspection to identify safe support structures from pole status markings

terminate cables at the client and network ends of aerial and underground installations

complete and provide a report documenting the installation and test results to client

comply with all related work health and safety (WHS) requirements and work practices.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

identify the features and operating requirements of testing equipment

identify and apply industry standards and codes of practice for cabling

identify common types of cable used in telecommunications

identify and describe manufacturer’s requirements for selection and safe operation of tools and equipment

identify workplace procedures reflecting the requirements of legislation, codes of practice and other formal agreements that impact on the work activity

identify specific WHS hazards and safety requirements relating to the activity and site conditions

list and describe the safety equipment, both personal and worksite related, required for safe work practices

describe the issues relating to the safe use of support structures

identify the appropriate fixing devices used in cable lead-in work

describe termination methods and performance requirements

identify typical issues and challenges that occur on site

identify and explain the purpose of appropriate records and documentation required for work activity.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for cable installation

1.1 Prepare for given work according to industry standards

1.2 Arrange access to site according to required procedure

1.3 Inform appropriate personnel of identified hazards and safety constraints on worksite

1.4 Obtain cable installation plan and set up installation equipment according to manufacturer’s requirements

1.5 Select suitable protective clothing, tools and equipment, and safety equipment, and confirm support structures are safe

2 Install aerial cable lead-in

2.1 Identify and use safe support structures

2.2 Select type of cable bearer and determine need for separate catenary wire installation

2.3 Secure catenary wire or bearer wire permanently to support structure using aerial fixing devices, and adjust tension to meet relevant height and minimum sag requirements to required specifications

2.4 Secure cable safely to catenary wire, leaving cable loop on support structure

2.5 Terminate cable in client enclosure and aerial enclosure

3 Install underground cable lead-in

3.1 Run push rod through pipe and attach cable for hauling

3.2 Haul cable using lubricant, cable slippers or rollers to ensure no sheath damage when hauling at correct tension into and out of enclosures

3.3 Provide sufficient cable allowance in enclosures for jointing and maintenance requirements

3.4 Terminate cable in client enclosure and pit enclosure

4 Seal and secure cable

4.1 Seal cable ends to prevent ingress of foreign material

4.2 Secure cable loop on support structure to minimise damage to conductors

4.3 Weather seal building entry points where appropriate

4.4 Fit over voltage protection devices to all cables with metallic component where required

5 Complete tasks on site

5.1 Record any approved alteration to original design and return to appropriate personnel

5.2 Complete appropriate records and sign reports where required according to enterprise policy

5.3 Restore site to original condition and dispose of waste in environmentally safe manner

5.4 Notify client and obtain sign off

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Prepare for given work according to industry standards 
Arrange access to site according to required procedure 
Inform appropriate personnel of identified hazards and safety constraints on worksite 
Obtain cable installation plan and set up installation equipment according to manufacturer’s requirements 
Select suitable protective clothing, tools and equipment, and safety equipment, and confirm support structures are safe 
Identify and use safe support structures 
Select type of cable bearer and determine need for separate catenary wire installation 
Secure catenary wire or bearer wire permanently to support structure using aerial fixing devices, and adjust tension to meet relevant height and minimum sag requirements to required specifications 
Secure cable safely to catenary wire, leaving cable loop on support structure 
Terminate cable in client enclosure and aerial enclosure 
Run push rod through pipe and attach cable for hauling 
Haul cable using lubricant, cable slippers or rollers to ensure no sheath damage when hauling at correct tension into and out of enclosures 
Provide sufficient cable allowance in enclosures for jointing and maintenance requirements 
Terminate cable in client enclosure and pit enclosure 
Seal cable ends to prevent ingress of foreign material 
Secure cable loop on support structure to minimise damage to conductors 
Weather seal building entry points where appropriate 
Fit over voltage protection devices to all cables with metallic component where required 
Record any approved alteration to original design and return to appropriate personnel 
Complete appropriate records and sign reports where required according to enterprise policy 
Restore site to original condition and dispose of waste in environmentally safe manner 
Notify client and obtain sign off 

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