Technical staff whose work involves civil construction of telecommunications sites apply the skills and knowledge in this unit.

A relevant job role is civil construction worker whose work includes site preparation.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for installation

1.1. Confirm the location of proposed installation is according to the installation plan and relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards

1.2. Recognise and report hazards

1.3. Obtain approvals and authorisations for work and carry at all times during works

1.4. Inform land owner or tenant of imminent works

1.5. Locate adjoining services according to enterprise guidelines and occupational health and safety (OHS) practices

1.6. Clear site of vegetation and debris according to work specifications and any relevant approvals

2. Excavate site

2.1. Place pegs for proposed installation according to enterprise guidelines and site plans

2.2. Excavate using the appropriate equipment for the size of excavation, the location of the works, and according to enterprise guidelines

2.3. Conduct levelling of the site within the tolerance specified in the installation plan

2.4. Employ OHS practices and personal protective equipment, where appropriate, in the manner intended by the manufacturer

3. Complete administration

3.1. Note approved alterations on the original plan and design using the appropriate symbols, and return plan to originator

3.2. Complete and sign reports according to enterprise policy where required

3.3. Inform land owner or tenant of construction completion and the expected next steps according to enterprise guidelines

Required skills

communication skills to liaise with internal and external personnel on technical and operational matters

literacy skills to read and interpret technical documentation, such as equipment manuals and specifications

numeracy skills to take and analyse measurements

planning and organisational skills to organise and maintain equipment

problem solving skills to solve equipment and logistics problems

task management skills to work systematically with required attention to detail and adherence to all safety requirements

technical skills to:

interpret drawings related to preparing a site for an installation

use hand, power tools and excavation equipment

Required knowledge

construction methods and performance requirements

features and operating requirements of construction equipment

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

manufacturer requirements for safe operation of equipment

specific OHS requirements relating to the activity and site conditions

typical issues and challenges that occur on site

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the ability to:

prepare and clear site for installation

excavate site

complete reports and record variations to plans.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessments must ensure:

access to sites on which installations can be performed

use of equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry

access to relevant regulatory, organisational and equipment documentation that impact on installation activities

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

review of a site project completed by the candidate

review of an oral and written report with completed documentation

direct observation of the candidate preparing a site for a support installation

oral or written questioning to assess required knowledge.

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

ICTPMG2173A Plan, organise and undertake work activities.

Aboriginal people and other people from a non-English speaking background may have second language issues.

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the oral communication skill level, and language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Installation plan may include:

local environment requirements to ensure that reinstatement may be completed appropriately

safe working practices and personal protective equipment where appropriate in the manner intended by the manufacturer and stipulated by the enterprise

small or short term job, part of a larger project

tools and equipment are used according to guidelines.

Relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards may include:

appropriate licences:

backhoe operator

borer

chainsaw operation

crane

crane chaser

crane operator

dogman

drivers

elevated work platform (EWP)

forklift

heavy vehicle

machinery operation

rigger

winch

AS Communications Cabling Manual (CCM) Volume 1

Australian Communications Industry Forum (ACIF) standards and codes

Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) technical standards

Australian building codes and regulations

Australian standards

enterprise standards

Environmental Protection Acts

fire regulations

heritage legislation

industrial relations agreements, including awards and enterprise agreements

international standards

local government

manufacturer's enterprise operating policy and procedures

OHS

other services and utilities codes of practice and standards:

electricity

gas

water

Privacy Act

Spectrum Management Authority

statutory requirements

Trade Practices Act

traditional land owners.

Hazards may include:

access points that may contain:

hazardous light (non-visible laser)

radio frequency (RF) emission

contact with remote power feed

electrical supply and areas of earth potential rise (EPR) that require mandatory separation from communications cable

hazardous conduit as according to AS 1345:1995 conduit colours associated with a hazardous service

unsafe support structures:

condemned poles

visible signs of decay or stress

unsafe weather:

heavy rains

high winds

thunderstorms

severe heat or cold.

Approvals may include:

environmental protection

land clearances

noise pollution

plant and equipment installation

site permits

waste production and removal.

OHS practices may include:

antenna principles for working safely on telecommunications radio structures

devices to support construction personnel at heights:

elevated personnel vehicles

non-metallic ladders

platforms

external factors affecting works:

concentration of other services

terrain

weather conditions

fall arrest:

fixed

temporary

precautions for unsafe weather conditions to undertake works:

heavy rains

high winds

severe cold

severe heat

thunderstorms

preparing for work at a telecommunications site with potential electromagnetic radiation (EMR) hazards

safety issues in roof work:

fall arrest

fall guarding

traffic management

verifying and maintaining the EMR hazard management plan against an on site situation.

Personal protective equipment may include:

earmuffs

eye protection

gloves:

plastic

rubber

leather

gumboots

hard hats

overalls

personal reflecting jackets

riggers' gloves

safety boots

vests.

Reports may include:

communication with affected parties:

customer

neighbour

occupants

other property owners

utility providers

computer-based documentation

electronic communication

enterprise procedures

manuals.

Unit sector

Telecommunications

Project management

This unit contains employability skills.