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Set up, configure and test biometric devices

Set up, configure and test biometric devices

Unit of competency
National Code
UEECS0030
State Code
OCB98
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
031305 - Computer Engineering
Original Release Date
12/07/2021
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to set up, configure and test biometric devices.It includes working safely, following written and oral instructions, applying knowledge of biometric devices, installing and testing performance, and documenting outcomes.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to set up and test biometrics devices
  • 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 Scope of device, set-up and configuration work is determined from job specifications and in consultation with relevant person/s
  • 1.3 Relevant person/s is consulted to ensure work is coordinated effectively with others involved on the worksite
  • 1.4 Hardware, software and materials required for work are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and job specifications
  • 1.5 Tools and testing devices needed to carry out work are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety
2 Set up and test biometric devices
  • 2.1 Circuits/equipment are checked and isolated in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Layout of biometric system network hardware, cabling and outlets is determined from job specifications and/or in consultation with relevant person/s
  • 2.3 Hardware is set up in accordance with network requirements, workplace procedures and job specifications
  • 2.4 Biometric devices are set up and configured in accordance with network requirements, workplace procedures and job specifications
  • 2.5 Biometric devices on a network are tested and anomalies identified and corrected
  • 2.6 Biometric device failures are responded to and rectified in accordance with network requirements, workplace procedures and job specifications
  • 2.7 Biometric device work is carried out efficiently without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy practices
  • 2.8 Identified causes of reported problems are rectified and biometric devices are tested in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.9 Unplanned situations are dealt with safely and with the approval of relevant person/s
3 Complete set-up and testing and report outcomes
  • 3.1 Work area is cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Biometric device installation and maintenance records are maintained in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Service report is completed and forwarded to relevant person/s in accordance with workplace procedures
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State Code National Code Title Type
WC416 UEENEED153A Set up, configure and test biometric devices Unit of competency