Required skills

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

literacy skills to

complete reports in a given format

read and interpret drawings plans and specifications

numeracy skills to take and use measurements

planning and organisational skills to organise and maintain equipment

problem solving skills to solve logistics problems

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

technical skills to

use hand and power tools

use diagnostic equipment

rectify fault

Required knowledge

features and operating requirements of cable test equipment

information required to operate equipment according to a test specification

installation of a range of aerial cable types

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

licence requirements for working at heights

manufacturers requirements for safe operation of equipment

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

install an aerial cable including hauling aerial cable cable securing and sealing

identify safe support structures from pole status markings visual inspection or approved testing procedures

use specialised hand or power tools and equipment for installing aerial cable safely

apply all related OHS requirements and work practices associated with installing aerial cable pole and ladder safety

comply with all related OHS requirements and work practices

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

sites where aerial cable may be installed

use of plant tools and equipment to erect aerial cable currently used in industry

relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impact on aerial 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 an aerial cable installed by the candidate

direct observation of the candidate installing aerial cables

oral or written questioning to assess required knowledge and skill

Guidance information for assessment

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

ICTCBLA Erect aerial cable supports

ICTCBL2132A Erect aerial cable supports.

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

Appropriate personnel may include:

Safety hazards may refer to:

Cable may include:

Other services may include:

Plant, tools, safety equipment may include:

OHS regulations may include:

Catenary wire may refer to:

Tension may be specified by:

Manufacturer's and enterprise guidelines refer to:

Aerial fixing devices may include: