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Construct aerial cable supports

Construct aerial cable supports

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTCBL309
State Code
AWE73
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
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
031309 - Communications Equipment Installation And Maintenance
Original Release Date
05/07/2016
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install aerial cable supports in domestic, commercial or industrial communications applications, including digital and analog, telephony, data, video, digital broadcasting, master antenna television (MATV), cable television (CATV), closed-circuit television (CCTV), long term evolution (LTE) computer networks, local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN) and multimedia.It applies to technical staff installing aerial cable for client and carrier networks. Installations are completed outdoors on a client's premises using basic rigging procedures, methods and equipment for working safely at heights.Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the Implementation Guide Companion Volume or the relevant regulator for specific guidance on requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare site for installation
  • 1.1 Prepare for given work according to relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards
  • 1.2 Arrange access to site according to required procedure
  • 1.3 Verify aerial cable support installation requirementsaccording to appropriate plans and recognise constraints
  • 1.4 Obtain information on location of other services from relevant authorities
  • 1.5 Inform appropriate personnel of existing and potential hazards on worksite
  • 1.6 Assess support structure as safe for normal working conditions
  • 1.7 Set up cable support installation equipment according to manufacturer’s requirements and enterprise guidelines
2. Install aerial support structures
  • 2.1 Select type of aerial cable support for catenary wire or integrated bearer installation
  • 2.2 Use basic rigging procedures, methods and equipment for working safely at heights
  • 2.3 Erect barriers according to safety requirements
  • 2.4 Construct support foundations to specifications and provide for safe and secure operation of support structure
  • 2.5 Install aerial cable supports securely following work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements according to plan and manufacturer’s specifications
3. Restore site and complete documentation
  • 3.1 Reinstate site to identified requirements
  • 3.2 Complete reports on installation and design amendments and file according to enterprise requirements
  • 3.3 Notify client and obtain sign off
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3326 ICTCBL3020A Construct aerial cable supports Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBA53 ICTCBL335 Construct aerial cable supports Unit of competency