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Install underground communication cables

Install underground communication cables

Unit of competency
National Code
UEEDV0007
State Code
OCA25
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/10/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/07/2021
Field of Education
031309 - Communications Equipment Installation And Maintenance
Original Release Date
12/07/2021
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to install underground communication cables.It includes working safely, preparing and filling trenches, placing conduits and ducts, drawing cables and completing documentation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to install underground communication cables
  • 1.1 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and applied
  • 1.2 WHS/OHS risks are identified, and risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed in preparation for the work
  • 1.3 Safety hazards that have not previously been identified are noted and risk control measures implemented
  • 1.4 Cabling installation is prepared in consultation with others affected by the work and sequenced in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.5 Scope of the work is determined from documentation and/or discussions with relevant person/s to establish the work to be undertaken
  • 1.6 Cable routes are planned in accordance with the precinct, structure, significants and relevant industry standards
  • 1.7 Advice is sought from relevant person/s to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with others
  • 1.8 Material required for installation work is obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and job specifications
  • 1.9 Tools, equipment and testing devices required for the installation work are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked for correct operation and safety
  • 1.10 Preparatory work is checked to ensure no damage has occurred in accordance with job specifications requirements
2 Install underground communication cables
  • 2.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out the work are followed
  • 2.2 Trenching is checked in accordance with job specifications and relevant industry standards
  • 2.3 Ducts/conduits are laid in accordance with job specifications and relevant industry standards
  • 2.4 Cables are drawn-in without stain or damage in accordance with job specifications and relevant industry standards
  • 2.5 Cable ends are protected from damage in preparation for termination
  • 2.6 Methods for dealing with unplanned situations are discussed with relevant person/s for approval and documented in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.7 Unplanned situations are dealt with safely and with the approval of relevant person/s
  • 2.8 Quality checks of the installed wiring are undertaken in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.9 Cable installation is carried out efficiently without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, circuits or the surrounding environment using sustainable energy practices
3 Document and verify installation of underground communication cables
  • 3.1 WHS/OHS work completion risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed
  • 3.2 Worksite is cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Documentation of cable installation is completed in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WC469 UEENEEF113A Install underground communication cables Unit of competency