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Haul underground cable

Haul underground cable

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTCBL207
State Code
AWE91
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
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
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to haul underground cable for maintenance, new installations or upgrades in access networks or client premises. It applies to individuals who work in technical roles involving installation and recovery of cables, including multi-pair, coaxial and optical fibre for domestic, commercial or industrial situations.All client cabling work in the telecommunications, fire, security and data industries must be performed by a registered cabler. All cablers are required to register with an Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) accredited registrar.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for safe underground cable hauling
  • 1.1 Prepare for given work according to relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards
  • 1.2 Arrange access to site according to required procedure
  • 1.3 Inform appropriate personnel of identified hazards on worksite
  • 1.4 Confirm hauling location of proposed cable according to appropriate plan specifications obtained from authorised personnel
  • 1.5 Obtain information on proposed locations of other services from relevant authorities
  • 1.6 Set up tools and equipment required for safe work practice according to enterprise guidelines
  • 1.7 Check for dangerous gases and place guards around open manholes following work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements
2 Haul cable
  • 2.1 Handle existing cables in manner that avoids cable damage
  • 2.2 Use roping techniques to prove that conduit is clear for hauling
  • 2.3 Attach cable to rope and haul cable into and out of pits and manholes, ensuring no sheath damage
  • 2.4 Lubricate cable and haul at correct tension, maintaining smooth passage between dispenser and hauler
  • 2.5 Maintain cable and services separations in parallel runs and crossovers to meet manufacturer’s and regulation requirements
  • 2.6 Maintain sufficient cable length allowance for jointing and ensure cable is laid up and bent within bending radius tolerance for cable materials in underground enclosure
  • 2.7 Seal cables according to enterprise requirements to ensure no sheath damage
  • 2.8 Tag cable for future identification
3 Complete works on site
  • 3.1 Record any approved alteration to original design using correct symbols and return to appropriate personnel
  • 3.2 Complete and sign reports, where required, according to enterprise policy
  • 3.3 Reinstate site to client’s satisfaction and dispose of wastes in environmentally safe manner
  • 3.4 Notify appropriate personnel and obtain sign off
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3304 ICTCBL2064A Haul underground cable Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBA69 ICTCBL249 Haul underground cable for installation and maintenance work Unit of competency