Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 2.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake a radio communications site audit regarding compliance of radio frequency (RF) transmissions with relevant transmitter licence requirements.
It applies to individuals who may be field officers from regulatory authorities or other private and public organisations. They combine technical radio communications skills with broader organisational and administrative skills to conduct audits in a range of commercial and community contexts and environments, make recommendations for improvement and follow up by monitoring resulting actions.
Work functions in occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the ICT Implementation Guide Companion Volume or the relevant regulator for details of licensing, legislative or certification requirements.
Unit Sector
Telecommunications – Compliance
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 radio communications site audit |
1.1 Confirm need for site audit through appropriate triggers and arrange formal approval for site access from authorised personnel 1.2 Clarify audit requirements according to relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards, including safety and security arrangements, and action required to comply 1.3 Clarify audit requirements with client or project originator, where appropriate, and incorporate broader audit considerations 1.4 Prepare a hardcopy of site information for use as an audit validation list at site 1.5 Specify staff, equipment and material resource requirements for audit, based on particular site requirements ensuring equipment has been correctly calibrated and labelled 1.6 Check industry requirements for site and obtain industry licence where appropriate |
2. Undertake radio communications site audit |
2.1 Validate specific site location according to database information 2.2 Undertake audit tasks according to work health and safety (WHS), enterprise procedures and site specific safety requirements, and meet client or representative on site as required 2.3 Conduct transmission and radio frequency (RF) tests against approved specifications 2.4 Conduct check of transmitters for licensing conditions 2.5 Check transmission radio frequency against database list and obtain permission to check or alter transmission or radio frequency where appropriate 2.6 Confirm site meets specific RF WHS requirements and licensing requirements where appropriate 2.7 Confirm defined site equipment labelling comply with Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) technical standards |
3. Complete audit administration tasks |
3.1 Update or arrange for update of required records regarding audit findings and action required, including liaison with authorised personnel as agreed 3.2 Monitor recommended actions to ensure compliance with findings 3.3 Issue enforcement actions as required 3.4 Finalise audit administration and return equipment and resources according to organisational procedures |
Foundation Skills
This section describes the language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill |
Performance Criteria |
Description |
Reading |
1.1-1.3, 2.1, 2.3, 2.5, 2.7, 3.2 |
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Writing |
1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 3.1, 3.3 |
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Oral Communication |
1.1,1.3, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2 |
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Numeracy |
1.4, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.2, 1.6, 2.2, 2.4, 2.6, 2.7, 3.4 |
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Interact with others |
1.1, 1.3, 1.5, 3.1, 3.3 |
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Get the work done |
1.2, 1.5, 1.6, 2.2-2.7, 3.2, 3.4 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
ICTCMP501 Undertake radio communications site audit |
ICTCMP5176A Undertake radio communications site audit |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a53af4e4-b400-484e-b778-71c9e9d6aff2