Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to haul underground cable for maintenance, new installations or upgrades in access networks or client premises.
It applies to individuals who work in technical roles involving installation and recovery of cables, including multi-pair, coaxial and optical fibre for domestic, commercial or industrial situations.
All client cabling work in the telecommunications, fire, security and data industries must be performed by a registered cabler. All cablers are required to register with an Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) accredited registrar.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 Prepare for safe underground cable hauling | 1.1 Prepare for given work according to relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards 1.2 Arrange access to site according to required procedure 1.3 Inform appropriate personnel of identified hazards on worksite 1.4 Confirm hauling location of proposed cable according to appropriate plan specifications obtained from authorised personnel 1.5 Obtain information on proposed locations of other services from relevant authorities 1.6 Set up tools and equipment required for safe work practice according to enterprise guidelines 1.7 Check for dangerous gases and place guards around open manholes following work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements |
2 Haul cable | 2.1 Handle existing cables in manner that avoids cable damage 2.2 Use roping techniques to prove that conduit is clear for hauling 2.3 Attach cable to rope and haul cable into and out of pits and manholes, ensuring no sheath damage 2.4 Lubricate cable and haul at correct tension, maintaining smooth passage between dispenser and hauler 2.5 Maintain cable and services separations in parallel runs and crossovers to meet manufacturer’s and regulation requirements 2.6 Maintain sufficient cable length allowance for jointing and ensure cable is laid up and bent within bending radius tolerance for cable materials in underground enclosure 2.7 Seal cables according to enterprise requirements to ensure no sheath damage 2.8 Tag cable for future identification |
3 Complete works on site | 3.1 Record any approved alteration to original design using correct symbols and return to appropriate personnel 3.2 Complete and sign reports, where required, according to enterprise policy 3.3 Reinstate site to client’s satisfaction and dispose of wastes in environmentally safe manner 3.4 Notify appropriate personnel and obtain sign off |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of the ability to:
haul cable applying related work health and safety (WHS) requirements and work practices
use cable dispensing equipment
use specialised hand or power tools and equipment for hauling cable safely
read and interpret drawings.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
Evidence of Knowledge
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
describe the relevance of Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) Competency Requirements for Telecommunications Cabling Provider Rules
describe features and operating requirements of test equipment
list information required to operate equipment according to a test specification
outline legislation, codes of practice and other formal agreements that impact on the work activity
state manufacturer’s recommendations for correct hauling of optical fibre cables
clarify safety precautions when working with laser based systems
discuss specific WHS requirements relating to the activity and site conditions
explain test methods and performance requirements
discuss typical issues and challenges that occur on site.
Assessment Conditions
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:
sites where installation of underground cable may be conducted
installation equipment currently used in industry
relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on cable installation activities.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill | Performance Criteria | Description |
Reading | 1.1, 1.5 | Interprets textual information from relevant sources to identify relevant and key information |
Writing | 1.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.4 | Uses clear, specific and industry related terminology to complete workplace documentation |
Numeracy | 1.7 | Takes readings and measurements and interprets results |
Navigate the world of work | 1.1, 1.2, 1.6, 1.7, 3.2, 3.3 | Complies with explicit policies, procedures and legislative requirements relevant to own role |
Interact with others | 1.3-1.5, 3.3, 3.4 | Identifies and follows accepted communication practices and protocols when liaising with clients, internal and external personnel on technical and operational matters |
Get the work done | 1.4-1.6, 2.1-2.8 | Determines job sequence and works logically and systematically to undertake clearly defined tasks Analyses task requirements to decide on appropriate equipment and practices |
Sectors
Telecommunications – cabling