Application
Not applicable.
Prerequisites
Nil
Nil
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements and Performance Criteria | |||
Element | Performance Criteria | ||
1 | Identify termination system | 1.1 | Identify correct termination requirements for installation |
1.2 | Select termination system to meet customer performance needs | ||
1.3 | Termination system conforms to work specifications and relevant industry standards | ||
2 | Set up suitable work area | 2.1 | Remove all contaminants from work site that may adversely effect termination |
2.2 | Work site has adequate visibility to minimise errors and reduce eye strain | ||
2.3 | Work site is safe and secure | ||
2.4 | All required tools and equipment are available and in a safe working order and adjusted to manufacturers specifications | ||
3 | Plan frame/outlet layout | 3.1 | Design cable and block location within frame with capacity for expansion where possible |
3.2 | Segregate incoming and outgoing cables for ease of access and to minimise overlaying and backtracking of cable | ||
3.3 | Check environmental conditions are suitable for termination | ||
3.4 | Terminating equipment layout is systematic and follows relevant industry codes of practice and standards, and customer requirements where appropriate | ||
3.5 | Back-mount or outlet layout conforms to manufacturers specifications | ||
3.6 | Layout allows for adequate workspace to ensure ease of access for installation and service purposes | ||
4 | Prepare cable for termination | 4.1 | Remove cable sheath to allow for conductor length and installation requirements |
4.2 | Handle cable strictly in accordance with manufacturers specifications | ||
4.3 | Conductors, sheath and insulation are not damaged during preparation | ||
4.4 | Work in a safe manner to manufacturers specifications | ||
4.5 | Layer out cable out by reference to manufacturers coding system to ensure correct terminating sequence and unique identification where appropriate | ||
4.6 | Fit over voltage protection devices to all cables with metallic component where required | ||
5 | Terminate conductors | 5.1 | Install terminating modules to frame in accordance with manufacturers specifications |
5.2 | Fan cable pairs neatly to termination equipment to facilitate accurate termination | ||
5.3 | Terminate cable to manufacturers specifications using correct tool | ||
5.4 | Earth cable shield to manufacturers specifications and industry standards | ||
5.5 | Confirm that the termination colour code sequence has been followed by visual inspection | ||
6 | Label and document pair location | 6.1 | Label cable pairs promptly and clearly to provide for accurate identification in accordance with manufacturers requirements and industry standards |
6.2 | Update record books and plans to show pair locations in accordance with industry codes of practice | ||
7 | Clean up work site | 7.1 | Clean and adjust all tools and equipment and store in an accessible location |
7.2 | Remove installation waste and debris from work site and dispose of in accordance with environmental requirements to maintain safe worksite conditions | ||
8 | Manage Remote Power Feed | 8.1 | Identify the risks posed by contact with Remote Power Feeding services |
8.2 | Identify Remote Power Feeding services in a range of commonly encountered circumstances inside customer premises |
Required Skills
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Required skills | |
Select from the following list to suit the learning and assessment context Codes refer to the Skills and Knowledge Register in Volume 3 of this Training Package that has detailed content guidelines for each code outlined. CA201 Cable Termination Products: General CA202 Cable Conductor Identification Codes CA220 Cable Types CI210 Communication 2 EL210 AC/DC Basic Theory OH210 Occupational Health and Safety 2 PS212 Read Plans and Specifications - General PS213 Cable Record Systems: General RE210 ACMA Licensing Standards, Rules and Regulations RE216 Australian Standards and Regulations TE210 Basic Telephony 2 TO210 Hand and Power Tools | |
Required knowledge | |
The relevant required knowledge is articulated in the above guidelines contained in the Skills and Knowledge Register included in this Training Package. | |
Evidence Required
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. | |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit | Evidence of the following is essential: demonstration of a minimum of at least one manufacturer's termination system at both frame and outlet locations and at least 1-50 pair cable ability to read and interpret cable drawings and plans for locations and terminations accurate application of cable conductor identification codes application of all related OHS requirements and work practices (including protective clothing and personal safety items) safe use of general hand and power tools and general equipment normally related to these tasks correct interpretation and application of related regulations and/or industry codes interpersonal skills related to clients, employer, supervisors, work associates, team members, other contractors |
Context of and specific resources for assessment | Assessment must ensure: A workplace conducting the operations covered by this competency unit, equipment and resources relevant to the context of the work (See Range Statement) and support from a competent supervisor or mentor. OR A simulated environment with similar provisions which conforms to the Assessment Guidelines. |
Guidance information for assessment | 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 underpinning knowledge. |
Range Statement
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. | |
Strategies to manage infrastructure | Appropriate separations, fastening techniques, correct use of cable trays and support systems |
Cable termination | May occur at a frame or outlet location |
Cable termination: | Is usually done individually |
Termination systems: | May be manufacturers proprietary systems |
Work site contaminants | Include: dust, water, paint, building debris, asbestos |
Cable conductor identification codes | May be: colour coded, banded, numbered, lettered |
Record | May be: record cards, record books, cable drawings, cable plans |
Site access approval | May be verbal or written |
Site security systems | May include: registered entry requirements, electronic surveillance, security clearance |
Site requirements | May include: noise control, relationships with other customer activities, presentation, access and egress points |
Customers specifications for support systems | May be found in: contract documents, cable plans and designs, specification schedules |
Safe working practices | Includes the safe use and handling of: tools and equipment, materials, chemicals and work platforms |
Work platforms | May be: ladders, scaffold, scissor lifts ('cherry pickers) |
Tools | May be: hand or power and include manufacturers proprietary terminating tools |
Manufacturers specifications | May be found in printed instruction leaflets or pre printed on materials or on product packaging |
Industry standards | May include regulated or industry codes of practice and include appropriate ACMA technical standards |
All cable used | Must be compliant with appropriate ACMA technical standard requirements (eg. for underground, aerial, Category 5 or like Category 6, 6A, 7 or 7A, UTP etc) |
All cabling products other than cable must be: | ACMA approved |
Remote Power Feed | Applies to telecommunications services which operate at above TNV (Telecommunications Network Voltage) |
Relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards | Include: Technical Standards AS/ACIF S008:2006, AS/ACIF S009:2006 AS Communications Cabling Manaul (CCM) Volume 1 ACIF Standards and Codes AS/NZS 3000:2007 AS/NZS 3080:2003 |
AS/NZS 3084:2003 AS/NZS 3085.1:2004 AS/NZS ISO/IEC 15018:2005 AS/NZS ISO/IEC 24702:2007 AS/NZS IEC 61935.1:2006 AS/NZS IEC 61935.2:2006 AS/NZS ISO/IEC 14763.3:2007 ISO Draft 11801 (International) Cabling security codes and regulations | |
Sectors
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills.
This unit contains employability skills.
Licensing Information
Not applicable.