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Terminate communication and data cables

Terminate communication and data cables

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM18106
State Code
AUX45
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
26/06/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/10/2015
Field of Education
031313 - Electrical Fitting, Electrical Mechanics
Original Release Date
16/10/2015
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit has been developed for Engineering Tradesperson - industrial electrician apprenticeship training and the recognition of trade-level skills in terminating all types of communication and data cables in accordance with the relevant legislative requirements and statutory regulations.Some jurisdictions require the holder of this unit to be licensed or certified and users should check with the relevant authorities.Band: AUnit Weight: 4
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times, including appropriate risk control measures
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
2. Identify and mark conductors/cables
  • 2.1 Identify cables and conductors using appropriate test equipment and techniques
  • 2.2 Label cables and conductors in accordance with procedures, legislative requirements and statutory regulations to specifications
3. Prepare and terminate cable
  • 3.1 Obtain termination requirements and specifications
  • 3.2 Maintain the minimum bend radius of the cable in accordance with specifications when cutting cable to required length
  • 3.3 Prepare cable ends to specifications, legislative requirements and statutory regulations utilising appropriate tools and techniques
  • 3.4 Terminate cables according to specifications using appropriate tools and techniques
  • 3.5 Test/examine terminations for compliance with specifications
4. Fix/secure cables
  • 4.1 Fix/secure cables utilising appropriate fixing/securing techniques
  • 4.2 Use the proper cable management hardware to support the in-place cables and relieve tension
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