Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to cut over and rearrange new and existing distribution cables in the telecommunications access network.
It applies to lines workers, jointers or technicians working for carriers, contractors or other service providers who work on new or existing copper cables in the access network.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements apply to telecommunications systems. Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used may be 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.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 Prepare for cable modification and cut over | 1.1 Obtain project plan from appropriate personnel and use plan to scope work for job 1.2 Arrange for access to worksite, according to local government or other authority requirements 1.3 Inspect site to develop a work health and safety (WHS) plan and notify appropriate personnel of identified safety hazards 1.4 Determine cable route and type of cable from project plan, taking into account the location of other services 1.5 Obtain required plant, tools, safety equipment and materials 1.6 Prepare detailed plan of cut over tasks according to project plan, job scope, legislative and other requirements, and obtain necessary approvals 1.7 Notify customer and network carrier of proposed cut over activity and proposed disruption to services that may impact on their service level agreements (SLAs) 1.8 Undertake additional preparatory non-jointing work, as required, according to customer practices and site conditions |
2 Joint and cut over cable | 2.1 Prepare cabinet, joint enclosure and jointing chambers for cable handling, entry and sealing requirements 2.2 Joint cable according to manufacturer guidelines 2.3 Test cable for performance and rectify cut over faults relating to cut over according to location, materials available and customer practices 2.4 Record test results for future reference 2.5 Seal all joints according to cable type, location, customer practices and manufacturer guidelines |
3 Clean-up worksite and complete documentation | 3.1 Complete reports on cut over installation and design amendments to reflect existing cable layout and according to enterprise requirements 3.2 Place and secure correctly labelled cables to supports in jointing chamber or cabinet according to customer practices 3.3 Mark-up as-built plans for return to customer for their records 3.4 Recover obsolete materials and return to appropriate point for disposal 3.5 Notify appropriate personnel about completion of cut over and obtain sign-off |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance, but not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skill | Description |
Reading | Interprets plans, specifications and other documentation from various sources Consolidates information to determine requirements |
Writing | Documents outcomes and changes to plans using industry relevant terminology and recognised plan symbols Prepares documentation and correspondence using clear language and correct spelling |
Oral Communication | Interacts effectively in verbal exchanges using appropriate language, and listening and questioning skills to convey and clarify information |
Numeracy | Makes calculations required for measuring and estimating materials for construction Performs mathematical calculations to check, interpret and confirm results of system tests |
Navigate the world of work | Complies with policies, procedures and legislative requirements relevant to own role |
Interact with others | Uses appropriate practices and protocols to communicate effectively with colleagues, customers and others |
Get the work done | Plans, sequences and carries out tasks to meet required outcomes Analyses task requirements to decide on appropriate equipment and practices Uses problem solving processes to address less predictable problems, referring to standard procedures to determine solutions |
Sectors
Telecommunications – Cabling