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ICTCBL333 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Install aerial cable for communications applications

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency ICTCBL333 - Install aerial cable for communications applications
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install aerial cable in domestic, commercial or industrial communications applications that include digital and analog, telephony, data, video, digital broadcasting, computer networks, local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), master antenna television (MATV), cable television (CATV), closed-circuit television (CCTV), long-term evolution (LTE) and multimedia. It applies to technical staff installing aerial cable for customer and carrier networks. Installations are completed outdoors on customer premises using basic rigging procedures, methods and equipment for working safely at heights.Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements apply to telecommunications systems. Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. All customer cabling work in the telecommunications, fire, security and data industries must be performed by a registered cabler. All cablers are required to register with an Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) accredited registrar. Refer to the ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide or the relevant regulator for specific guidance on requirements.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities
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Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare for aerial cable installation
  • Access site according to required procedures
  • Verify location, cable bearer type and specific requirements of the proposed aerial cable installation according to appropriate plans and recognised constraints
  • Obtain information about location of other services from relevant authorities
  • Inform appropriate personnel of existing and potential worksite hazards
  • Select tools and equipment required for safe work practice
  • Erect barriers according to safety requirements
  • Assess support structure safety according to standard working conditions and proceed according to this assessment
  • Identify and set up traffic management plan as required
  • Set-up cable installation equipment according to manufacturer requirements and enterprise guidelines
       
Element: Attach aerial cable to catenary
  • Select type of cable bearer
  • Use basic rigging procedures, methods and equipment for working safely at heights
  • Secure pole hardware permanently to support structure using safe installation practices, according to specifications
  • Haul and secure cable following health and safety requirements, manufacturer specifications and environmental requirements
  • Ensure minimum sag heights are achieved
       
Element: Install self-supporting aerial cable
  • Select type of cable for installation
  • Use basic rigging procedures, methods and equipment for working safely at heights
  • Secure pole hardware permanently to support structure using safe installation practices according to specifications
  • Haul and secure cable following health and safety requirements, manufacturer specifications and environmental requirements
  • Ensure minimum sag heights are achieved
       
Element: Seal and secure aerial cable
  • Seal cable ends to prevent entrance of foreign material
  • Secure cable loop, as required, on support structure and ensure equipment is left in a tidy manner to reduce damage to conductors or fibres and to enable ease of access for effective maintenance
  • Weatherproof building entry points, as required
  • Fit over-voltage protection devices to all cables with metallic component as required
  • Complete installation reports and design amendments accurately and file promptly according to industry requirements
       
Element: Restore site and complete documentation
  • Restore worksite to customer satisfaction
  • Complete reports on installation work and provide to appropriate personnel
  • Notify customer and obtain sign-off
       

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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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
Access site according to required procedures 
Verify location, cable bearer type and specific requirements of the proposed aerial cable installation according to appropriate plans and recognised constraints 
Obtain information about location of other services from relevant authorities 
Inform appropriate personnel of existing and potential worksite hazards 
Select tools and equipment required for safe work practice 
Erect barriers according to safety requirements 
Assess support structure safety according to standard working conditions and proceed according to this assessment 
Identify and set up traffic management plan as required 
Set-up cable installation equipment according to manufacturer requirements and enterprise guidelines 
Select type of cable bearer 
Use basic rigging procedures, methods and equipment for working safely at heights 
Secure pole hardware permanently to support structure using safe installation practices, according to specifications 
Haul and secure cable following health and safety requirements, manufacturer specifications and environmental requirements 
Ensure minimum sag heights are achieved 
Select type of cable for installation 
Use basic rigging procedures, methods and equipment for working safely at heights 
Secure pole hardware permanently to support structure using safe installation practices according to specifications 
Haul and secure cable following health and safety requirements, manufacturer specifications and environmental requirements 
Ensure minimum sag heights are achieved 
Seal cable ends to prevent entrance of foreign material 
Secure cable loop, as required, on support structure and ensure equipment is left in a tidy manner to reduce damage to conductors or fibres and to enable ease of access for effective maintenance 
Weatherproof building entry points, as required 
Fit over-voltage protection devices to all cables with metallic component as required 
Complete installation reports and design amendments accurately and file promptly according to industry requirements 
Restore worksite to customer satisfaction 
Complete reports on installation work and provide to appropriate personnel 
Notify customer and obtain sign-off 

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