Required skills

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

literacy skills to interpret technical documentation such as cable plans 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

safety awareness skills to

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

select and use required personal protective equipment 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

diagnostic equipment

perform fault clearance

use hand and power tools

Required knowledge

ACMA Competency Requirements for Telecommunications Cabling Provider Rules

features and operating requirements of test equipment

information required to operate equipment according to a test specification

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

manufacturers recommendations for correct hauling optical fibre cables

safety precautions when working with laser based systems

specific OHS requirements relating to the activity and site conditions

test methods and performance requirements

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

haul cable applying related OHS requirements and work practices including those related to dangerous gases and air pressures in existing and new cable

use cable dispensing equipment

use specialised hand or power tools and equipment for hauling cable safely

read and interpret drawings

comply with all related OHS requirements and work practices

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

sites where installation of underground cable may be conducted

use of installation equipment currently used in industry

relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impact on cable 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 handson project completed by the candidate

review of an oral and written report with completed documentation including updated cable plans and records

direct observation of the candidate hauling underground cable

Guidance information for assessment

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

ICTCBLA Construct underground telecommunications infrastructure

ICTCBL2133A Construct underground telecommunications infrastructure.

Aboriginal people and other people from a nonEnglish 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

Relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards may include:

Hazards may include:

Cable may include:

Plan specifications may include:

Authorised personnel may include:

Relevant authorities may include:

Tools and equipment may include:

Dangerous gases may be:

Guards may be:

OHS and environmental requirements may relate to:

Cable damage may be reduced using:

Roping techniques may include using: