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ICTTCR3192A
Protect against electromagnetic radiation and system hazards when working on telecommunications radio sites

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Technical staff who work on telecommunications radio sites apply the skills and knowledge in this unit. They may make use rigging plant and equipment, fall arrest, fall guarding and fall constraint and team communications.

This unit applies to standard telecommunications structures.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to protect personnel against electromagnetic radiation (EMR) and system hazards when working on telecommunications radio sites.

A licensed rigger is required for the installation of some rigging equipment.

The National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work applies to persons performing dogging and rigging work.

Completion of the following units is required for certification at either basic, intermediate or advanced levels.

CPCCLDG3001A Licence to perform dogging

CPCCLRG3001A Licence to perform rigging basic level

CPCCLRG3002A Licence to perform rigging intermediate level

CPCCLRG4001A Licence to perform rigging advanced level.

If operation of an elevated work platform (EWP) is required, a licence may be required.

Achievement of this unit standard does not imply that the holder is competent to carry out EMR surveys.

Users should confirm requirements with the relevant federal, state or territory authority.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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:

produce and maintain the EMR hazard management plan against an on-site situation

carry out work according to the EMR hazard management plan.

Context of, and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

site on which rigging operations may be conducted

rigging and safety equipment

relevant regulations, standards specifications and manuals.

Methods of assessment

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

direct observation of the candidate working safely with EMR on a telecommunications radio structure

oral or written questioning of the candidate to assess OHS requirements and work practices associated with EMR.

Guidance information for assessment

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

ICTTCR3191A Install radio plant and equipment on telecommunications structures.

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.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

communication skills to:

communicate the revised EMR hazard management plan to all personnel on site

liaise with other personnel

use radio devices

literacy skills to read and interpret:

EMR hazard management plan

specifications and technical documentation

numeracy skills to:

evaluate different types of technical data

interpret results

take measurements

planning and organisational skills to plan, prioritise and monitor own work and OHS responsibilities

problem solving and contingency management skills to adapt rigging activities and requirements to particular sites and conditions

safety awareness skills to:

apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during work activities

apply remote area first aid

ensure that Radman is worn according to manufacturer's instructions and industry practice

prevent and treat hypothermia

select and use personal protective equipment for rigging projects to suit different applications and for work at heights

select and use required personal protective equipment for rigging projects to suit different applications and for work at heights conforming to industry and OHS standards

work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment

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

technical skills to:

interpret and analyse documentation as sources of information relating to the site and potential EMR hazards

select and use appropriate equipment and practices to suit different applications

review the EMR hazard management plan and update to align with the on-site situation

use equipment required to support the EMR hazard management plan

Required knowledge

antenna principles

EMR risk assessment and mitigation strategies

features and operating requirements of rigging equipment

licensing and regulatory issues applying to rigging practices and systems on telecommunications radio structures

remote area first aid

rigging practices and systems to telecommunications radio structures

specific knowledge of:

EMR:

associated risks

methods of detecting and reporting EMR hazards

potential dangers of overexposure

safety practices and devices

sources and types of radio frequency EMR

optical fibre cabling and equipment safety practices

personal protective equipment

requirements of the OHS Act, relevant regulations, and applicable site and company OHS procedures

working at heights safety practices

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.

Relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards may include:

Australian Communications Industry Forum (ACIF) standards and codes

Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) technical standards

appropriate licences that may be required:

crane

dogging

rigging

scaffolding

winch

Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) EMR standard

AS 1353.1:1997

AS 1353.2:1997

AS 1657:1992

AS 2089:2008

AS 2319:2001

AS 2626: replaced by AS/NZS 1891.4:2000

AS 3775.1:2004

AS 3775.2:2004 AS 3777:2008 Shank hooks and large eye hooks - maximum 60 t

AS 4497.2:1997

AS/NZS 1891.1:2007

AS/NZS 1891.4:2000

AS/NZS 4801:2001

AS/NZS ISO 14001:2004 guidance for use

Australian building codes and regulations

Australian standards

CE, American National Standards Institute (ANSI) equipment standards

enterprise standards

environmental protection

equipment certifications:

NFPA 1983 (2006 edition)

NFPA/UL G-rated (General Use)

equipment standards:

intrinsically safe lightning protection

site engineering standard

fire regulations

heritage legislation

international standards

local government

OHS

Radcoms Act

related publications

Telecoms Act

WI's, CI's, Business Operating Procedures (BOP), Radiocommunications Assignment and Licensing Instruction (RALI), assignment guidelines.

Potential sources of radio frequency EMR may include:

cellular and mobile transmitter

microwave

radar

radio.

Methods for determining EMR levels may include:

calculations

documentation

EMR hazard management plan:

EMR measuring devices with evidence of two required

personal monitoring devices

personal protection equipment

methods of detecting and reporting EMR hazards

reported EMR hazards

signage

sources and types of radio frequency EMR

sources of information relating to the site and potential EMR hazards:

co-location records

company records

site owner's documentation

use of personal monitoring devices

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

Personal protective equipment may include:

Radman

safety equipment may include:

aerial safety belts and lines

anchor straps

anchors

crane cage

ear muffs

elevated platform

equipment guards

fall arrest devices and systems

fall constraint systems

fall guarding systems

flashing lights

gloves

guards

helmets

lanyards

pulleys

rescue harness

rigging plates

rope clamps

safety cages

safety glasses

safety harness:

fall arrest

sit harness

scaffold deck

static lines

warning signs and tapes.

EMR hazard management plan may relate to:

assessment of the status and condition of telecommunications structures:

access for climbing

EMR hazardous areas

structural integrity

control measures

EMR devices

site hazard identification

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

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Prepare for given work using safe working practices and procedures according to the occupational health and safety (OHS) Act and relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards 
Assess potential sources of radio frequency (RF) EMR allowing permissible public and occupational EMR exposure limits according to Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) 
Verify methods fordetermining EMR levels and strategies for eliminating, minimising, or isolating on-site EMR hazards according to industry practice 
Confirm work objectives and specifications of equipment to be installed according to design drawings, installation plans, and equipment manufacturer's specifications 
Select equipment and personal protective equipment required to support the EMR hazard management plan according to company policy 
Produce EMR hazard management plan according to company policy 
Consult with client to confirm EMR hazard management plan and update if required 
Communicate the agreed EMR hazard management plan to all personnel on site 
Maintain ongoing communication to all personnel regarding amendments to the EMR hazard management plan according to company policy 
Ensure that a personal radiation monitor (Radman) is worn according to manufacturer's instructions and industry practice 

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