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Build a telecommunications radio structure

Build a telecommunications radio structure

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTTCR301
State Code
AWD66
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
031309 - Communications Equipment Installation And Maintenance
Original Release Date
05/07/2016
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to build a foundation, and assemble and mount a telecommunications radio structure.It applies to individuals who have a dual specialist classification as rigger installers and who may install radio structures for Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access (WiMAX) wireless broadband access networks, antenna installation for radio and television broadcasting, and cellular mobile communications.Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the ICT Implementation Guide Companion Volume or the relevant regulator for details of licensing, legislative or certification requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare materials and secure site
  • 1.1 Notify appropriate personnel and take necessary precautions to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during work activities
  • 1.2 Determine nature and location of structure from construction design plans, relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards
  • 1.3 Determine materials, tools and equipment required from construction design plans
  • 1.4 Check steel for assembly against construction design plans to ensure no parts are missing
  • 1.5 Secure and clean site according to site security instructions for public safety
2. Construct foundations for radio structure
  • 2.1 Locate other services according to industry practice, and arrange for relocation of services if required
  • 2.2 Oversee excavation of foundation according to engineering specifications, and construction of foundations according to construction design plans
  • 2.3 Install earthing according to construction design plans, enterprise work health and safety (WHS) guidelines and industry practice
  • 2.4 Provide samples of concrete for analysis according to enterprise guidelines and manufacturer’s specifications, relevant standards and regulations
3. Assemble and mount telecommunications radio structure
  • 3.1 Select area free of interference and close to construction site suitable for structure assembly
  • 3.2 Assemble radio structure in sections on ground according to engineering specifications, using personal protective equipment and following safety guidelines
  • 3.3 Mount and secure preassembled sections to tower construction according to plans, specifications and enterprise WHS guidelines
  • 3.4 Maintain vertical positioning of structure within twist tolerances during construction phase
  • 3.5 Secure and tension guy wires according to construction design plans, enterprise WHS guidelines and industry practice
4. Complete administrative duties
  • 4.1 Update original design plan with approved amendments and return to design section
  • 4.2 Secure and clean up site to original condition in environmentally safe manner
  • 4.3 Notify client and obtain sign off
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3433 ICTTCR3062A Build a telecommunications radio structure Unit of competency