Unit of competency Outline
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Install, modify and verify coaxial and structured communication copper cabling
Install, modify and verify coaxial and structured communication copper cabling
Unit of competency
National Code
UEEDV0008
UEEDV0008
State Code
OCA87
OCA87
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
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, modify and verify coaxial and structured communication copper cabling in buildings and premises intended for connection to a telecommunications network as permitted by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA).It includes working safely to industry standards; installing generic, structured twisted pair cabling (category 5 and above) and coaxial cabling that terminate at distributors, termination modules and telecommunication outlets; testing for compliance; and completing cabling documentation.Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the UEE Electrotechnology Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide or the relevant regulator for specific guidance on requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to install and/or modify copper cabling
- 1.1 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified and applied
- 1.2 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and control measures are implemented
- 1.3 Installation or modification of wiring is coordinated after consultation with relevant person/s affected by the work
- 1.4 Nature and location of work is obtained from relevant person/s and/or documentation, diagrams, cable layout drawings and cable schedules to determine the scope and details of work to be undertaken
- 1.5 Cable routes are planned in accordance with relevant regulations, constraints of the building structure, fire walls, cultural/heritage requirements and regulations
- 1.6 Advice is sought from relevant person/s to ensure work is coordinated effectively with others
- 1.7 Material required for the installation work is determined and obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked against job requirements
- 1.8 Tools, equipment and testing devices required for the installation are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked for correct operation and safety
- 1.9 Preparatory work is checked to ensure compliance with regulations, workplace procedures, safety and job requirements
2 Install or modify copper cables
- 2.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out the work are followed
- 2.2 Cables are installed or modified with sufficient excess to affect terminations in accordance with manufacturer specifications, technical standards and job requirements
- 2.3 Cable installation/modification is carried out without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, circuits or the surrounding environment and using sustainable energy practices
3 Terminate copper cables
- 3.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and procedures for work completion are followed
- 3.2 Cable termination work area is cleaned and safety measures implemented
- 3.3 Cables are prepared for termination in accordance with manufacturer specifications, technical standards and workplace procedures
- 3.4 Surge suppression devices are fitted to cables with metallic components in accordance with manufacturer specifications, technical industry standards and workplace procedures
- 3.5 Cable shields are earthed in accordance with manufacturer specifications, technical standards and workplace procedures
- 3.6 Twist ratio of generic, structured metallic cables is maintained in accordance with manufacturer specifications and technical standards
- 3.7 Twisted pair cables are terminated in accordance with manufacturer specifications, technical standards and workplace procedures
- 3.8 Cable performance tests are conducted accurately and results documented in accordance with workplace procedures
- 3.9 Cause of defects indicated by inspection and test results are identified and rectified in accordance with manufacturer specifications, technical industry standards and workplace procedures
- 3.10 Regular quality checks of the installed wiring are undertaken in accordance with workplace procedures
- 3.11 Cable terminations are carried out without waste of materials, damage to apparatus, circuits or the surrounding environment and using sustainable energy practices
4 Verify and document copper cabling installation and performance
- 4.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for work completion are followed
- 4.2 Final checks are made to installed cabling to ensure it conforms to performance requirements and regulations
- 4.3 Telecommunications cabling advice (TCA) forms are completed in accordance with workplace procedures and issued to relevant person/s
- 4.4 Worksite is cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WC460 | UEENEEF104A | Install and modify performance data communication copper cabling | Unit of competency |