ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1 Prepare for 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 Verify cable installation requirements from plan and recognise constraints

1.4 Inform appropriate personnel of existing and potential hazards on worksite

1.5 Obtain information on location of other services from relevant authorities

1.6 Select suitable tools and equipment and protective equipment to meet required industry standards

1.7 Erect barriers according to safety requirements

1.8 Set up cable installation equipment according to manufacturer’s requirements and enterprise guidelines

1.9 Clean debris and obstructions from conduit using suitable safe methods

1.10 Seal cable ends to exclude ingress of foreign matter

2 Haul underground cable

2.1 Run hauling feeder through conduit to enable cable hauling following work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements

2.2 Attach cable to hauling feeder according to manufacturer’s specifications

2.3 Employ cable slippers or rollers to ensure no sheath damage when hauling into and out of enclosures

2.4 Lubricate cable and haul evenly at correct tension to reduce risk of cable damage

2.5 Maintain sufficient cable length allowance for jointing

3 Seal and secure cable and complete all documentation

3.1 Tag all cables to enable future identification

3.2 Seal cable ends to prevent ingress of foreign material

3.3 Place cable on supports in enclosures to reduce damage to conductors and enable ease of access for maintenance

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

3.5 Complete reports on installation and design amendments accurately and file promptly according to client requirements

3.6 Reinstate site to identified requirements if required

3.7 Notify client and obtain sign off

Skill

Performance

Criteria

Description

Reading

1.1, 1.3, 1.5, 1.8, 2.2

Interprets textual information from plans, specifications, standards and regulations to identify relevant and key information

Writing

1.4, 1.5, 3.1, 3.5

Documents outcomes and changes to plans using industry relevant terminology and recognised plan symbols

Prepares documentation and correspondence using clear language and correct spelling and terminology

Oral Communication

1.4, 1.5, 3.5, 3.7

Uses collaborative and inclusive techniques, including active listening and questioning, to convey and clarify information and to confirm understanding

Clearly explains detailed information using language, tone and pace appropriate to the audience

Numeracy

1.3, 2.5

Make calculations appropriate for measuring and estimating materials for hauling

Navigate the world of work

1.1, 1.2, 1.6-1.8

Accepts responsibility and ownership for the task, and makes decisions on completion parameters and the need for coordination with others

Identifies and acts on issues that contravene relevant policies, procedures and legal requirements

Interact with others

1.2, 1.4, 1.5, 3.7

Uses a range of strategies and reads verbal and non-verbal signals, establishes a sense of connection and builds rapport with clients and workmates

Get the work done

1.1-1.3, 1.6-1.10, 2.1-2.5, 3.3, 3.4, 3.6

Takes responsibility for planning, sequencing and prioritising tasks and own workload for efficiency and effective outcomes

Accepts responsibility for addressing less predictable problems and initiates procedures in response, applying problem solving processes in determining a solution