Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install aerial cable supports in domestic, commercial or industrial communications applications, including digital and analog, telephony, data, video, digital broadcasting, master antenna television (MATV), cable television (CATV), closed-circuit television (CCTV), long-term evolution (LTE) computer networks, local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs) and multimedia.
It applies to technical staff installing aerial cable for customers 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 and working at heights. 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.
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 site for installation | 1.1 Access site according to required enterprise procedures 1.2 Verify aerial cable support installation requirements 1.3 Obtain information about location of other services from relevant authorities 1.4 Inform appropriate personnel of existing and potential worksite hazards 1.5 Assess support structure safety according to standard working conditions and proceed according to this assessment 1.6 Set up cable support installation equipment according to manufacturer requirements and enterprise guidelines |
2. Install aerial support structures | 2.1 Select type of aerial cable support for catenary wire or integrated bearer or self-supporting cable installation 2.2 Use basic rigging procedures, methods and equipment for working safely at heights 2.3 Erect barriers and signage according to safety requirements 2.4 Construct support foundations to specifications and provide for safe and secure operation of support structure 2.5 Install aerial cable supports securely and safely according to plan, manufacturer specifications, industry standards and authorisations |
3. Restore site and complete documentation | 3.1 Undertake quality check on completed installation 3.2 Reinstate site to identified requirements 3.3 Complete reports on installation and design amendments and record according to telecommunications industry requirements 3.4 Notify customer 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 | Analyses plans and other documentation from a variety of sources and consolidates information to determine construction requirements |
Writing | Accurately records and completes enterprise documents and correspondence using clear language and correct spelling, grammar and terminology |
Oral Communication | Interacts effectively in verbal exchanges using active listening, questioning and reading of verbal and non-verbal signals to convey and clarify information Clearly explains detailed information using language, tone and pace appropriate to the audience |
Numeracy | Takes measurements and use them for work layout and construction Makes calculations appropriate for measuring and estimating materials for construction |
Navigate the world of work | Takes personal responsibility for following explicit and implicit policies, procedures and legislative requirements Seeks advice and clarification for new activities |
Interact with others | Uses a range of strategies to establish a sense of connection and build rapport with customers and work colleagues |
Get the work done | Takes responsibility for planning, sequencing and prioritising tasks and own workload for efficiency and effective outcomes Makes decisions and implements standard procedures for routine tasks, using formal decision making processes for more complex and non-routine situations Accepts responsibility for addressing less predictable problems and applies problem solving processes in determining a solution |
Sectors
Telecommunications – Cabling