Assessor Resource
ICTCBL2134A
Fix aerial cable
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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
Telecommunications linesmen and line installers apply the skills and knowledge in this unit. It may make use of support anchors and catenaries.
They may be required to do new installations, upgrades or maintain existing networks in domestic, commercial and industrial installations to deliver services in x-digital subscriber line (xDSL), fibre to the home (FTTH) and hybrid fibre coaxial (HFC) networks.
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to install aerial cables in customer and access networks. It involves installing, terminating and securing cables. Aerial cable installation may be for a new cable, a cable upgrade or a cable in need of repair.
Aerial cables are used in telecommunication applications including voice, video and data using metallic or optical fibre cables.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements apply to working at heights. If an elevated work platform (EWP) is required, verify state or territory law requirements for a licence to operate an EWP. Users should confirm requirements with the relevant federal, state or territory authority.
If working at heights, achievement of the unit 'CPCPCM2015A Work safely on roofs' from the CPC08 Construction and Plumbing Services Integrated framework training Package fulfils this requirement.
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