Modification History
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Release 2 |
This version first released with ICT10 Integrated Telecommunications Training Package Version 3.0. References to other units updated. Outcomes deemed equivalent. |
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This version first released with ICT10 Integrated Telecommunications Training Package Version 1.0. |
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to organise and monitor teams undertaking cabling work on all cable types, and to ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards.
Assessment by a TITAB registered assessor is recommended.
The six unit competency set ICTCBL2005B, ICTCBL2006B, ICTCBL2008B, ICTCBL2012B, ICTCBL2017B and ICTCMP2022B, that meets the Australian Communications and Media Authority’s (ACMA) requirements for Cabling Provider Registration (CPR), is generally used as part of a more specialised customer cabling qualification. This set is usually regarded as more suitable for new entrants where limited industry experience has been obtained and forms the major part of specialised qualifications, such as ICT20313 Certificate II in Telecommunications Cabling. When these six units are selected as a set within state and territory funding approved programs, the two benchmark CPR units (ICTCBL2136B and ICTCBL2137B) are not required.
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 ACMA accredited registrar.
Application of the Unit
Technical staff apply the skills and knowledge in this unit for supervising teams within a customer premises and ensuring compliance with ACMA and industry standards. They may make use of formal documentation, such as accurate completion of a telecommunications cabling advice (TCA) form (TCA1 form), test routines and databases.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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1. Organise cabling work activity |
1.1 Arrange access to the site according to required procedure 1.2 Make worksite safe by identifying existing and potential hazards 1.3 Review site plans and documentation 1.4 Organise supply of cable , equipment, tools and materials in line with manufacturer’s specifications 1.5 Schedule and allocate work 1.6 Establish communication protocols and processes |
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2. Monitor work activity |
2.1 Manage remote power feed following occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental requirements 2.2 Monitor work activity to ensure it meets site specifications, and enterprise requirements , and relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards 2.3 Reallocate work as needed |
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3. Complete records and obtain sign off |
3.1 Complete required records 3.2 Ensure installation waste and debris is removed from worksite and disposed of according to environmental requirements to maintain safe worksite conditions 3.3 Ensure site is reinstated according to customer and company requirements 3.4 Notify customer and obtain sign off |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.
Required skills
- communication skills to liaise with internal and external personnel on technical and operational matters
- literacy skills to interpret technical documentation, such as:
- equipment manuals and specifications
- ACMA Competency Requirements for Telecommunications Cabling Provider Rules 2000
- 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
- task management skills to work systematically with required attention to detail and adherence to all safety requirements
- technical skills to:
- perform fault clearance
- use diagnostic equipment
- use hand and power tools.
Required knowledge
- ACMA Competency Requirements for Telecommunications Cabling Provider Rules 2000, legislation, codes of practice and other formal agreements that impact on the work activity
- basic telephony
- cable installations
- features and operating requirements of test equipment
- information required to operate equipment according to a test specification
- manufacturer’s 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.
Evidence Guide
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.
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the ability to:
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Context of, and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
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Methods of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
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. |
Range Statement
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.
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Hazards may include: |
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Site plans and documentation may include: |
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Cable may include: |
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Schedule and allocate work may refer to: |
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Manage Remote Power Feed may relate to: |
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OHS and environmental requirements may relate to: |
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Enterprise requirements may refer to: |
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Relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards includes: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Telecommunications - Compliance
