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Protect against electromagnetic radiation and systems hazards when working on telecomms radio sites

Protect against electromagnetic radiation and systems hazards when working on telecomms radio sites

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTTCR303
State Code
AWD64
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/07/2016
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
05/07/2016
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to protect personnel against electromagnetic radiation (EMR) and system hazards when working on standard telecommunications structures with radio sites.This unit applies to technical staff who work on telecommunications radio sites and may make use of rigging plant and equipment, fall arrest, fall guarding and fall constraints on standard telecommunications structures.Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the ICT Implementation Guide or the relevant regulator for details of licensing, legislative or certification requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for work at telecommunications site with potential EMR hazards
  • 1.1 Prepare for given work using safe working practices and procedures according to WHS legislation, codes, regulations and standards
  • 1.2 Assess potential sources of radio frequency (RF) EMR, allowing permissible public and occupational EMR exposure limits according to Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA)
  • 1.3 Verify methods for determining EMR levels, and strategies for eliminating, minimising or isolating on-site EMR hazards according to industry practice
  • 1.4 Confirm work objectives and specifications of equipment to be installed, according to design drawings, installation plans and equipment manufacturer’s specifications
  • 1.5 Select equipment and personal protective equipment required to support the EMR hazard management plan according to company policy
2. Plan and carry out EMR hazard management plan in relation to on-site situation
  • 2.1 Produce EMR hazard management plan according to company policy
  • 2.2 Consult with client to confirm EMR hazard management plan and update if required
  • 2.3 Communicate agreed EMR hazard management plan to all personnel on site
3. Monitor EMR hazard management plan
  • 3.1 Maintain ongoing communication to all personnel regarding amendments to EMR hazard management plan according to company policy
  • 3.2 Ensure that personal radiation monitor (Radman) is worn according to manufacturer’s instructions and industry practice
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