Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to place, secure and terminate structured cabling for indoor and outdoor installations and to certify the installation within a domestic, commercial or industrial client's premises.
It applies to technical staff who install, terminate and certify structured cabling installations for communications applications including digital and analog, telephony, data, video, digital broadcasting, computer networks, local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN) and multimedia.
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 (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 installation of structured cabling | 1.1 Confirm client requirements and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards 1.2 Arrange access to site according to required procedure 1.3 Inform appropriate personnel of identified safety hazards on worksite 1.4 Organise tools and cabling products equipment for given work 1.5 Erect barriers according to safety requirements 1.6 Select cable type and match structured cabling to installation environment and client requirements 1.7 Verify proposed route to meet manufacturer’s specifications and industry standards |
2. Install structured cable | 2.1 Place and secure correct type of cable following work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements, and according to accepted industry practice and standards 2.2 Maintain cable and services separations in runs and cross overs to meet manufacturer and industry standards 2.3 Install structured cabling to industry standards 2.4 Minimise twist ratio defects to avoid accumulation effect on structured cable performance 2.5 Fit over-voltage protection devices to all cables and metallic components where required |
3. Terminate structured cable | 3.1 Terminate cable according to accepted industry practice and standards 3.2 Maintain correct twist ratio to optimise system performance at rated level 3.3 Use correctly rated termination hardware with appropriate termination tool to ensure integrity and performance of termination 3.4 Earth cable shield to manufacturer’s specifications and relevant industry standards if applicable |
4. Certify system performance to required level and complete documentation for client | 4.1 Test installation and termination to comply with certification requirements 4.2 Record and verify system performance promptly where required 4.3 Authorise and issue appropriate documentation to client to certify system performance and complete records where required 4.4 Reinstate site to client's satisfaction and dispose of waste in environmentally safe manner 4.5 Notify client and obtain sign off |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of the ability to:
install, terminate and certify a structured cabling installation to industry standards, applying related work health and safety (WHS) requirements and work practices
install termination hardware
conduct a termination test and interpret the results
verify compliance with manufacturer’s installation specifications and warranties
provide a report certifying the installation and test results to the client.
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:
identify Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) competency requirements for Telecommunications Cabling Provider Rules
identify legislation, codes of practice and other formal agreements that impact on the work activity
identify and describe the application of industry standards on cable bending, anchors, tension, twist and labelling
list and describe the tools and equipment commonly used in cable installations and testing
describe the features and operating requirements of test equipment
describe the types and structure of cable and termination hardware used in communications installations
describe the information required to operate equipment according to a test specification
identify the manufacturer’s requirements for safe operation of equipment
identify specific WHS hazards and requirements relating to the activity and site conditions
describe test methods and performance requirements
describe the different types of records and documentation that may be required for certification and reporting
identify 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 should be typical of those experienced in the telecommunications – cabling field of work and include access to special purpose tools, equipment and materials. These include access to:
sites where installation, termination and certification of structured cabling may be conducted
testing equipment currently used in industry
relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on installation.
Note: 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 (ACMA) accredited registrar. Assessment by a Telecommunications Industry Training Advisory Board (TITAB) registered assessor is recommended for this unit.
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, 1.7, 4.2, 4.5 | Integrates new ideas and information with existing understanding Recognises the structures and distinguishing features of a range of familiar text types |
Writing | 1.2, 1.3, 4.2, 4.3 | Sequences writing to produce cohesive text |
Oral Communication | 1.1-1.3, 4.5 | Uses clear language and concepts, and tone and pace appropriate for the audience and purpose |
Numeracy | 3.2 | Interprets and comprehends whole numbers and familiar or routine fractions, decimals and percentages |
Navigate the world of work | 1.1-1.3, 1.5, 1.7, 2.1-2.3, 3.1, 3.3, 4.1-4.4 | Takes personal responsibility for adherence to legal and regulatory responsibilities relevant to own work context, and draws attention to any issues that may affect self or others |
Interact with others | 4.3 | Recognises the purpose of various communications directly relevant to own role |
Get the work done | 1.2-1.4, 1.6, 1.7, 2.1-2.5, 3.1-3.4, 4.1, 4.2 | Implements actions as per plan, making slight adjustments if necessary, and addressing some unexpected issues Automatically implements standard procedures for routine decisions in response to familiar problems Understands when to take responsibility and when to notify others |
Range Statement
This section specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.
Over-voltage protection devices requirements must comply with: | ACMA standards enterprise or local environmental hazard manufacturer. |
Sectors
Telecommunications – cabling