The Range of Variables provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. It allows for different work practices and work and knowledge requirements as well as for differences between organisations and workplaces. The following variables may be present for this particular unit:
Work order information may include:
work schedules
completion dates
job requirements and tasks
specific client requirements
access to site and specific site requirements
resource requirements
OHS requirements
legislative requirements
budget allocations
warranties and service information.
Client requirements may relate to:
requirements as detailed in security assessment or client brief
system capabilities and functions
equipment and/or system type
equipment locations and positions
installation procedures and schedule
service and maintenance requirements
monitoring requirements
warranties/guarantees.
Appropriate persons may include:
clients
site managers, project managers
engineers and technicians
technical experts
line managers/supervisors
colleagues
regulatory personnel
security consultants.
Organisational requirements may relate to:
legal and organisational policies and procedures including personnel practices and guidelines
organisational goals, objectives, plans, systems and processes
employer and employee rights and responsibilities
policies and procedures relating to own role, responsibility and delegation
quality and continuous improvement processes and standards
client service standards
defined resource parameters
Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures and programs
emergency and evacuation procedures
duty of care, code of conduct, code of ethics
access and equity policy, principles and practice.
Security equipment and systems may include:
detection devices, audible/visual warning devices
cameras, monitors and control equipment
control panels, intercoms
wireless equipment, car alarms
electronic readers, electronic recognition controls
electronic locks and locking systems
low voltage lighting, boom gates, turnstiles
bank pop-up screens
biometrics
electric/mechanical fire safety and fire locking systems
low voltage power supplies, batteries
security doors and door controls.
Security systems may be:
electronic
mechanical
computerised
procedural.
Tools and equipment may include:
multimeter, F-set, cable testing equipment
hand tools, power tools, fixing tools, crimp tools, IDS tools
flexible rods, fishing tools
strippers, router, file, followers, spirit level
soldering iron
ladder, scaffold, scissor lift, hoist, drop sheet, batteries
personal protective equipment
communications equipment.
Materials may include:
fixings:
saddles, conduit, loxins, girderclips, wall plugs, hollow wall anchors, silicon, screws, parts and components
wire and cable
solder, insulation tape
glue, paint, patch materials, sealing compounds
electronic components.
Personal protective clothing and equipment may include:
masks, safety glasses, head protection, ear muffs
safety boots, knee pads
gloves
witches hats, flashing lights
warning signs and tapes
fire extinguisher
first aid kit.
OHS policies and procedures may relate to:
hazardous and risk assessment mechanisms
implementation of safety regulations
safety training
safety systems incorporating:
work clearance procedures
isolation procedures
gas and vapour
monitoring/testing procedures
use of protective equipment and clothing
use of codes of practice.
Risks and hazards may include:
non-compliance with building codes and regulations
exposed electrical wiring
manual handling
chemical hazards (battery corrosion)
exposure to:
asbestos, dust, noise, live power, vermin, water, glass fibre, building debris, natural and other gas build-up.
Applicable legislation, codes and national standards may relate to:
relevant Commonwealth/State/Territory legislation which affect organisational operation:
Occupational Health and Safety and safe work practices
environmental issues
equal employment opportunity
industrial relations
anti-discrimination and diversity
Australian building codes and regulations
Australian Communications Authority cabling standards
licensing requirements
Australian Standards, quality assurance and certification requirements
relevant industry Codes of Practice
trade practices, award and enterprise agreements
privacy requirements.
Safe operating practices may relate to:
working with electrical wiring, cables and overhead power lines
working with tools and equipment
risk and hazard recognition
emergency procedures
following confined spaces procedures.
Environment may include:
atmosphere
soils
drains
underground water tables
the ecosystem.
Factors may include:
competing work demands
technology/equipment breakdowns
workplace hazards, risks and controls
environmental factors (time, weather)
non-availability of resource and materials
budget constraints.
Documentation may include:
records of security equipment/system positioning
section lists, zone lists, equipment lists
cable identification records, fixings, job card
records of any adjustments to original cable plan
records of faulty or malfunctioning tools and equipment
testing and inspection results
records of materials used.
The Range of Variables provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. It allows for different work practices and work and knowledge requirements as well as for differences between organisations and workplaces. The following variables may be present for this particular unit:
Work order information may include:
work schedules
completion dates
job requirements and tasks
specific client requirements
access to site and specific site requirements
resource requirements
OHS requirements
legislative requirements
budget allocations
warranties and service information.
Client requirements may relate to:
requirements as detailed in security assessment or client brief
system capabilities and functions
equipment and/or system type
equipment locations and positions
installation procedures and schedule
service and maintenance requirements
monitoring requirements
warranties/guarantees.
Appropriate persons may include:
clients
site managers, project managers
engineers and technicians
technical experts
line managers/supervisors
colleagues
regulatory personnel
security consultants.
Organisational requirements may relate to:
legal and organisational policies and procedures including personnel practices and guidelines
organisational goals, objectives, plans, systems and processes
employer and employee rights and responsibilities
policies and procedures relating to own role, responsibility and delegation
quality and continuous improvement processes and standards
client service standards
defined resource parameters
Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures and programs
emergency and evacuation procedures
duty of care, code of conduct, code of ethics
access and equity policy, principles and practice.
Security equipment and systems may include:
detection devices, audible/visual warning devices
cameras, monitors and control equipment
control panels, intercoms
wireless equipment, car alarms
electronic readers, electronic recognition controls
electronic locks and locking systems
low voltage lighting, boom gates, turnstiles
bank pop-up screens
biometrics
electric/mechanical fire safety and fire locking systems
low voltage power supplies, batteries
security doors and door controls.
Security systems may be:
electronic
mechanical
computerised
procedural.
Tools and equipment may include:
multimeter, F-set, cable testing equipment
hand tools, power tools, fixing tools, crimp tools, IDS tools
flexible rods, fishing tools
strippers, router, file, followers, spirit level
soldering iron
ladder, scaffold, scissor lift, hoist, drop sheet, batteries
personal protective equipment
communications equipment.
Materials may include:
fixings:
saddles, conduit, loxins, girderclips, wall plugs, hollow wall anchors, silicon, screws, parts and components
wire and cable
solder, insulation tape
glue, paint, patch materials, sealing compounds
electronic components.
Personal protective clothing and equipment may include:
masks, safety glasses, head protection, ear muffs
safety boots, knee pads
gloves
witches hats, flashing lights
warning signs and tapes
fire extinguisher
first aid kit.
OHS policies and procedures may relate to:
hazardous and risk assessment mechanisms
implementation of safety regulations
safety training
safety systems incorporating:
work clearance procedures
isolation procedures
gas and vapour
monitoring/testing procedures
use of protective equipment and clothing
use of codes of practice.
Risks and hazards may include:
non-compliance with building codes and regulations
exposed electrical wiring
manual handling
chemical hazards (battery corrosion)
exposure to:
asbestos, dust, noise, live power, vermin, water, glass fibre, building debris, natural and other gas build-up.
Applicable legislation, codes and national standards may relate to:
relevant Commonwealth/State/Territory legislation which affect organisational operation:
Occupational Health and Safety and safe work practices
environmental issues
equal employment opportunity
industrial relations
anti-discrimination and diversity
Australian building codes and regulations
Australian Communications Authority cabling standards
licensing requirements
Australian Standards, quality assurance and certification requirements
relevant industry Codes of Practice
trade practices, award and enterprise agreements
privacy requirements.
Safe operating practices may relate to:
working with electrical wiring, cables and overhead power lines
working with tools and equipment
risk and hazard recognition
emergency procedures
following confined spaces procedures.
Environment may include:
atmosphere
soils
drains
underground water tables
the ecosystem.
Factors may include:
competing work demands
technology/equipment breakdowns
workplace hazards, risks and controls
environmental factors (time, weather)
non-availability of resource and materials
budget constraints.
Documentation may include:
records of security equipment/system positioning
section lists, zone lists, equipment lists
cable identification records, fixings, job card
records of any adjustments to original cable plan
records of faulty or malfunctioning tools and equipment
testing and inspection results
records of materials used.