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Install lead-in module and cable for fibre to the premises

Install lead-in module and cable for fibre to the premises

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTBWN303
State Code
AWF02
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
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
45
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install a lead-in module and its associated cable for a fibre to the premises (FTTP) installation. Optical networks and FTTP are part of the strategies by service providers using wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) to deliver very high speed broadband capacity through the access network for the National Broadband Network (NBN) initiative.It applies to individuals with specialist technical skills who work in teams to provide either underground or aerial services in next generation networks (NGN) using emerging technologies.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. Set up and prepare for installation
  • 1.1 Obtain relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards for compliance when conducting work
  • 1.2 Scope work by obtaining project plan from appropriate personnel and arrange for site access to comply with security arrangements
  • 1.3 Notify appropriate personnel of identified safety hazards at worksite
  • 1.4 Determine type of lead-in module and cable from project plan and identify installation requirements using work instructions
  • 1.5 Obtain tools and safety equipment and material to perform tasks safely and efficiently
  • 1.6 Select and use required protective equipment and make site safe and secure for installation work
  • 1.7 Obtain lead-in module, visually inspect for lead-in module damage and replace if necessary
2. Install lead-in module in enclosure
  • 2.1 Follow work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements for given work, and identify and avoid other services
  • 2.2 Identify position in enclosure to secure module and install mounting bracket according to manufacturer’s specifications
  • 2.3 Splice lead-in module tail to distribution joint
  • 2.4 Attach lead-in module to mounting bracket and secure in position
3. Install optical fibre lead-in cable to premises
  • 3.1 Unpack and prepare lead-in cable according to manufacturer’s specifications
  • 3.2 Haul optical fibre lead-in cable to premises, observing maximum strain on cable for underground installation
  • 3.3 Coil excess cable length within enclosure
  • 3.4 Install aerial lead-in using catenary and bearer wire to meet relevant height and minimum sag requirements
4. Terminate lead-in cable at premises
  • 4.1 Access optical network termination (ONT) unit to expose lead-in cable to retrieve fibre and connector
  • 4.2 Clean ONT adapter and connector according to manufacturer’s specifications
  • 4.3 Mate fibre connector with ONT adapter, ensuring free of contaminants
  • 4.4 Route fibre cable within ONT and secure in position
  • 4.5 Test operation of lead-in at ONT for optical power levels at designated operating WDM optical wavelength
  • 4.6 Record connections, test results and park unused fibre leads for safety reasons according to organisational policy
5. Clean up work site
  • 5.1 Seal ONT and enclosure
  • 5.2 Remove installation waste and debris from worksite and dispose of according to environmental requirements
  • 5.3 Notify appropriate personnel of job completion and obtain sign off
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI866 ICTBWN3090B Install lead-in module and cable for fibre to the premises Unit of competency