Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 5.0.

Elements 

Performance Criteria 

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Plan to conduct RF measurements

1.1 Access site according to enterprise procedures

1.2 Determine type of measurements required based on industry environment

1.3 Assess impact of conducting measurements on network and advise clients and appropriate person

1.4 Assess previous measurement data as required

2. Take RF measurements

2.1 Check that prescribed safety arrangements associated with RF radiation are in place and take corrective action as required

2.2 Monitor work activity to ensure it meets site specifications and relevant legislation, regulations, codes and standards

2.3 Select industry approved test equipment

2.4 Configure test equipment according to manufacturer specifications

2.5 Conduct measurements according to planned requirements

2.6 Assess RF levels at occupational and non-occupational distances

2.7 Record all measurements and test configurations according to industry standards

3. Analyse measurement outcomes

3.1 Verify measurements against relevant standards and vendor specifications

3.2 Assess problems and variance for corrective action, and notify appropriate person according to enterprise procedures

3.3 Record processes and recommendations according to industry standards

4. Document measurement results

4.1 Complete customer documentation outlining results and recommendations

4.2 Notify customer to obtain sign-off

Skill 

Description 

Reading

• Recognises and interprets information from relevant sources to determine technical specifications and regulatory and legislative requirements

Writing

• Uses clear, specific and industry related terminology to complete and update workplace documentation and in written communications with clients

Oral Communication

• Uses specific and relevant language and appropriate tone to provide and ask for technical, operational and legal advice
• Uses listening techniques to determine understanding

Numeracy

• Evaluates and reviews numerical information when undertaking test measurements, interpreting results, calibrating equipment and evaluating performance

Navigate the world of work

• Takes personal responsibility for adherence to legal and regulatory requirements, with specific reference to safety
• Understands the nature and purpose of own role and associated responsibilities

Get the work done

• Determines job priorities and works logically and systematically to undertake clearly defined and familiar tasks
• Identifies and assembles the instruments, equipment and access required to competently undertake the job
• Takes responsibility for routine decision making by selecting from a range of predetermined options in routine situations, identifying and taking situational factors into account
• Diagnoses and implements standard solutions to minimise measurement errors

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 5.0.