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ICTCBL317 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Cut over metallic conductor cable in the access network

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Issue Date: April 2024


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Unit of Competency ICTCBL317 - Cut over metallic conductor cable in the access network
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to cut over and rearrange new and existing distribution cables in the telecommunications access network.It applies to linesworkers, jointers or technicians from carriers, contractors or other service providers who work on new or existing copper cables in the access network.Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used may be subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the Implementation Guide Companion Volume or the relevant regulator for specific guidance on 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 must be typical of those experienced in the telecommunications – cabling field of work and include access to:

cable systems and jointing equipment required to cut over cable

cabling infrastructure required for installation

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 modification and cutover
  • 1.1 Obtain relevant legislation, codes, regulations, client practices, manufacturer's guidelines and standards for for the job.
  • Obtain project plan from appropriate personnel and use plan to scope work for job
  • Arrange for access to worksite, according to local government or other authority requirements
  • Inspect site to develop a work health and safety (WHS) plan and notify appropriate personnel of identified safety hazards
  • Determine cable route and type of cable from project plan, taking into account the location of other services
  • Obtain required plant, tools, safety equipment and materials
  • Prepare detailed plan of cut over tasks according to project plan, job scope, legislative and other requirements, and obtain necessary approvals
  • Notify client and network carrier of proposed cutover activity and proposed disruption to services that may impact on their service level agreements (SLAs)
  • Undertake additional preparatory non-jointing work, as required, according to client practices and site conditions
       
Element: Joint and cut over cable
  • Prepare cabinet, joint enclosure and jointing chambers for cable handling, entry and sealing requirements
  • Joint cable according to jointing sequence, materials, connectors and joint type, location, client practices and manufacturer’s guidelines
  • Test cable for performance and rectify cutover faults relating to cutover according to location, materials available and client practices, and record test results for future reference
  • Seal all joints according to cable type, location, client practices and manufacturer’s guidelines
       
Element: Clean up worksite and complete documentation
  • Complete reports on cutover installation and design amendments to reflect existing cable layout
  • Place and secure cables to supports in jointing chamber or cabinet according to client practices
  • Mark up As Built plans for return to client for their records
  • Recover obsolete materials and return to appropriate point for disposal
  • Restore siteaccording to client practices or approving authority requirements
  • Notify appropriate personnel about completion of cutover 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 modification and cutover

1.1 Obtain relevant legislation, codes, regulations, client practices, manufacturer's guidelines and standards for for the job.

1.2 Obtain project plan from appropriate personnel and use plan to scope work for job

1.3 Arrange for access to worksite, according to local government or other authority requirements

1.4 Inspect site to develop a work health and safety (WHS) plan and notify appropriate personnel of identified safety hazards

1.5 Determine cable route and type of cable from project plan, taking into account the location of other services

1.6 Obtain required plant, tools, safety equipment and materials

1.7 Prepare detailed plan of cut over tasks according to project plan, job scope, legislative and other requirements, and obtain necessary approvals

1.8 Notify client and network carrier of proposed cutover activity and proposed disruption to services that may impact on their service level agreements (SLAs)

1.9 Undertake additional preparatory non-jointing work, as required, according to client practices and site conditions

2. Joint and cut over cable

2.1 Prepare cabinet, joint enclosure and jointing chambers for cable handling, entry and sealing requirements

2.2 Joint cable according to jointing sequence, materials, connectors and joint type, location, client practices and manufacturer’s guidelines

2.3 Test cable for performance and rectify cutover faults relating to cutover according to location, materials available and client practices, and record test results for future reference

2.4 Seal all joints according to cable type, location, client practices and manufacturer’s guidelines

3. Clean up worksite and complete documentation

3.1 Complete reports on cutover installation and design amendments to reflect existing cable layout

3.2 Place and secure cables to supports in jointing chamber or cabinet according to client practices

3.3 Mark up As Built plans for return to client for their records

3.4 Recover obsolete materials and return to appropriate point for disposal

3.5 Restore siteaccording to client practices or approving authority requirements

3.6 Notify appropriate personnel about completion of cutover and obtain sign off

Evidence of the ability to:

communicate with stakeholders to set up the site for a cabling cutover job

use project plan to determine cable route and necessary fittings for installation

use project plan to prepare detailed cut over plan including any anticipated outages that may affect service level agreements (SLAs)

follow client practices for the placement and sealing of the cables

separate, label and joint cable units and pairs to client practices

test cable, rectify faults, record results and action taken

seal all joints and cabinets according to enterprise agreements

comply with relevant work health and safety (WHS) requirements

place and secure cables and mark up As Built plans

hand over completed job to client.

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:

describe common cabling types, connectors and cabling structures

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

describe how the manufacturer’s jointing and sealing practices can be followed in a safe manner

explain the process of cutting over a cable for various scenarios

specify the WHS requirements relating to setting up an outdoor site and accessing underground facilities

describe the features and operating conditions of test equipment and how the equipment is used to measure cable performance

identify typical issues and challenges that may cause delays in job completion, and how these could be addressed

describe the purpose of warranties and SLAs.

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 modification and cutover

1.1 Obtain relevant legislation, codes, regulations, client practices, manufacturer's guidelines and standards for for the job.

1.2 Obtain project plan from appropriate personnel and use plan to scope work for job

1.3 Arrange for access to worksite, according to local government or other authority requirements

1.4 Inspect site to develop a work health and safety (WHS) plan and notify appropriate personnel of identified safety hazards

1.5 Determine cable route and type of cable from project plan, taking into account the location of other services

1.6 Obtain required plant, tools, safety equipment and materials

1.7 Prepare detailed plan of cut over tasks according to project plan, job scope, legislative and other requirements, and obtain necessary approvals

1.8 Notify client and network carrier of proposed cutover activity and proposed disruption to services that may impact on their service level agreements (SLAs)

1.9 Undertake additional preparatory non-jointing work, as required, according to client practices and site conditions

2. Joint and cut over cable

2.1 Prepare cabinet, joint enclosure and jointing chambers for cable handling, entry and sealing requirements

2.2 Joint cable according to jointing sequence, materials, connectors and joint type, location, client practices and manufacturer’s guidelines

2.3 Test cable for performance and rectify cutover faults relating to cutover according to location, materials available and client practices, and record test results for future reference

2.4 Seal all joints according to cable type, location, client practices and manufacturer’s guidelines

3. Clean up worksite and complete documentation

3.1 Complete reports on cutover installation and design amendments to reflect existing cable layout

3.2 Place and secure cables to supports in jointing chamber or cabinet according to client practices

3.3 Mark up As Built plans for return to client for their records

3.4 Recover obsolete materials and return to appropriate point for disposal

3.5 Restore siteaccording to client practices or approving authority requirements

3.6 Notify appropriate personnel about completion of cutover 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
1.1 Obtain relevant legislation, codes, regulations, client practices, manufacturer's guidelines and standards for for the job. 
Obtain project plan from appropriate personnel and use plan to scope work for job 
Arrange for access to worksite, according to local government or other authority requirements 
Inspect site to develop a work health and safety (WHS) plan and notify appropriate personnel of identified safety hazards 
Determine cable route and type of cable from project plan, taking into account the location of other services 
Obtain required plant, tools, safety equipment and materials 
Prepare detailed plan of cut over tasks according to project plan, job scope, legislative and other requirements, and obtain necessary approvals 
Notify client and network carrier of proposed cutover activity and proposed disruption to services that may impact on their service level agreements (SLAs) 
Undertake additional preparatory non-jointing work, as required, according to client practices and site conditions 
Prepare cabinet, joint enclosure and jointing chambers for cable handling, entry and sealing requirements 
Joint cable according to jointing sequence, materials, connectors and joint type, location, client practices and manufacturer’s guidelines 
Test cable for performance and rectify cutover faults relating to cutover according to location, materials available and client practices, and record test results for future reference 
Seal all joints according to cable type, location, client practices and manufacturer’s guidelines 
Complete reports on cutover installation and design amendments to reflect existing cable layout 
Place and secure cables to supports in jointing chamber or cabinet according to client practices 
Mark up As Built plans for return to client for their records 
Recover obsolete materials and return to appropriate point for disposal 
Restore siteaccording to client practices or approving authority requirements 
Notify appropriate personnel about completion of cutover and obtain sign off 

Forms

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