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Program and configure security equipment and systems

Program and configure security equipment and systems

Unit of competency
National Code
CPPSEC3036
State Code
OBI97
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
30/09/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/05/2020
Field of Education
029901 - Security Science
Original Release Date
20/05/2020
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to program and configure a range of security equipment and systems. It includes selecting and applying programming requirements and configuration parameters to installed security equipment and systems to meet client requirements. This work applies in extra low voltage environments as defined in Australian Standard AS/NZS2201.1:2007 Intruder alarm systems - Client’s premises - Design, installation, commissioning and maintenance (AS/NZS 2201).A person working at this level would be expected to take responsibility for organising and completing tasks assigned to them without close supervision.Licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to advising on, supplying, installing, maintaining, monitoring, repairing and servicing security equipment in some states and territories. For further information, check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to program and configure security equipment and system.
  • 1.1 Review work instructions to confirm client and site requirements and service timeframes.
  • 1.2 Review AS/NZS 2201 to understand regulatory requirements associated with programming and configuring installed equipment and systems and apply to work instructions.
  • 1.3 Confirm type of security equipment and system to be programmed and configured and clarify programming requirements and configuration parameters.
  • 1.4 Review and follow workplace policies and procedures including work health and safety when carrying out work tasks.
  • 1.5 Review work instructions to confirm client and site requirements and service timeframes.
2 Plan and organise work tasks.
  • 2.1 Plan and prioritise work tasks allowing sufficient time to meet work instructions.
  • 2.2 Select and organise required materials, tools and equipment including personal protective equipment and check for safe and correct operation.
  • 2.3 Arrange access to security equipment and system in consultation with relevant persons.
  • 2.4 Identify hazards in the work area and apply risk control measures.
3 Conduct system and equipment programming and configuration.
  • 3.1 Use safe work practices when working with electronic equipment and cables according to WHS requirements.
  • 3.2 Power security equipment and system following correct procedures and manufacturers’ instructions.
  • 3.3 Program and configure security equipment and system according to work instructions.
  • 3.4 Test and check security equipment and system configuration to confirm correct operation.
  • 3.5 Identify and apply required adjustments to programming instructions in consultation with relevant persons.
4 Finalise programming and configuration activities and documentation.
  • 4.1 Inspect programmed and configured security equipment and system to confirm correct operation and conformance with work instructions.
  • 4.2 Complete documentation detailing programming and configuration results according to workplace and regulatory requirements.
  • 4.3 Notify work completion to relevant persons.
  • 4.4 Check tools and equipment for faults, wear or damage and rectify or report problems.
  • 4.5 Restore work area to original condition and remove waste caused by work tasks.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1437 CPPSEC3036A Program security equipment and system Unit of competency