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 and terminate coaxial cable types, including hard line (internal or external) and flexible (internal or external) to industry standards applying related OHS requirements and work practices

install different connector types

conduct and interpret test results

determine compliance with manufacturer's certification and warranties

provide report documenting the installation and test results to client

comply with all related OHS requirements and work practices.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

sites where installation and termination of coaxial cabling may be conducted

use of equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry

use of testing equipment currently used in industry

relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impact on 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 hands-on project completed by the candidate

review of an oral and written report with completed documentation, including test results

direct observation of the candidate installing and terminating coaxial cable.

Guidance information for assessment

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

ICTCBL3009A Install, terminate and certify structured cabling installation.

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.

Required skills

communication skills to:

liaise with internal and external personnel on technical and operational matters

relate to work associates, supervisors, team members and clients

literacy skills to interpret technical documentation, such as equipment manuals, specifications and requirements for coaxial cable installation

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:

perform fault clearance

read and interpret drawings related to:

cable coding system and identifiers

cable layouts

frame locations

outlet location

use diagnostic equipment

use hand and power tools

Required knowledge

detailed knowledge of:

AS/NZS 3080:2003 Telecommunications Installations - Generic cabling for commercial premises, clause 10.3.2

ACMA Competency Requirements for Telecommunications Cabling Provider Rules 2000

features and operating requirements of test equipment for optical fibre cable

information required to operate equipment according to a test specification

manufacturer's requirements for safe operation of optical fibre equipment

safety precautions when working with laser based systems

specific OHS requirements relating to the activity and site conditions

test methods and performance requirements

techniques for types of termination including:

direct termination

fusion splicing

mechanical splicing

typical issues and challenges that occur on site

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

AS Communications Cabling Manual (CCM) Volume 1

AS/NZS 3000:2007

AS/NZS 3080:2003

AS/NZS 3084:2003

AS/NZS 3085.1:2004

AS/NZS IEC 61935.1:2006

AS/NZS IEC 61935.2:2006

AS/NZS ISO/IEC 14763.3:2007

AS/NZS ISO/IEC 15018:2005

AS/NZS ISO/IEC 24702:2007

Australian building codes and regulations

cabling security codes and regulations

OHS

other services and utilities codes of practice and standards:

electricity

gas

water

relevant Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) standards

technical standards AS/ACIF S008:2006 and AS/ACIF S009:2006.

Hazards may include:

building debris

earth potential rise (EPR):

event at a site, such as an electrical distribution substation, may expose telecommunications personnel, users or plant to hazardous voltages

live power lines

manual handling

mud and water

natural gas and other gas build up

radio frequency equipment emitting radiation

remote power feeding services which operate at above telecommunications network voltage (TNV)

slippery surfaces

vermin.

Coaxial cable type may relate to:

aerial

compliance with appropriate ACMA technical standard requirements

flexible (internal and external)

hard line (internal and external)

installed individually or in small teams

powered and unpowered

underground

various grades as designed for different environments and intended uses.

Connectors may relate to:

fitting retains the segregation of conductor and shield

terminating method according to manufacturer specification

termination maintains a continuous reference

terminations are waterproof where appropriate to prevent risk of damage to termination and cable function.

Manufacturer's tool may include:

hand or power tools including:

coring

crimping

stripping and preparation tool

torque spanner.

Manufacturer's specifications may include:

bend radius not exceeding manufacturer placement of cable with sufficient slack to allow termination

cable lengths not exceeding manufacturer or design specifications and maintain RF signal integrity

installation of cable safely without damage to cable or clients premises

use of cable ties and brackets that are flexible and do not damage cable.

OHS and environmental requirements may relate to:

identifying other services, including power and gas

need for decommissioning and isolating worksite and lines prior to commencement

personal protective clothing:

earmuffs

gloves:

leather

plastic

rubber

head protection

kneepads

masks

protective suits

safety boots

safety glasses

safety harness

safety line

safe working practices, such as the safe use and handling of:

asbestos

chemicals

materials

tools and equipment

work platforms

safety equipment:

flashing lights

gas and other hazard detection equipment

safety barriers

trench guards

warning signs and tapes

witches hats

special access requirements

suitable light and ventilation

environmental considerations:

clean-up protection

stormwater protection

waste management.

Over-voltage protection devices includes:

ACMA standards

manufacturer's, enterprise or local environmental hazard requirements.