Elements and Performance Criteria

RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Legislative requirementsmay relate to:
applicable commonwealth, state and territory legislation which affects work such as:
workplace safety
environmental issues
equal employment opportunity
industrial relations
anti-discrimination and diversity
Australian building codes and regulations
Australian Communications Authority cabling standards
Australian standards and quality assurance requirements
award and enterprise agreements
evidence collection
freedom of information
licensing arrangements and certification requirements
privacy requirements
relevant industry codes of practice
telecommunications
trade practices.
Organisational requirements may relate to:
access and equity policies, principles and practices
business and performance plans
client service standards
code of conduct, code of ethics
communication and reporting procedures
complaint and dispute resolution procedures
emergency and evacuation procedures
employer and employee rights and responsibilities
OHS policies, procedures and programs
own role, responsibility and authority
personal and professional development
privacy and confidentiality of information
quality assurance and continuous improvement processes and standards
resource parameters and procedures
roles, functions and responsibilities of security personnel
storage and disposal of information.
Assignment instructionsmay include:
personal protection clothing and equipment requirements
resource, equipment, tools and material requirements
reporting requirements
security equipment and system information:
features, functions and capabilities
manufacturer's instructions
specific client requirements
work schedules
work tasks and procedures.
Client requirements may relate to:
budget constraints
equipment and system type
installation schedules
security equipment system locations and positions
security system capabilities and functions
warranties and guarantees.
Security equipment and systems may include:
access control systems
audible and visual warning devices
cameras and monitors
commercial and residential alarm systems
detection devices
electric and mechanical fire safety and fire locking systems
electronic locks and locking systems
electronic readers
electronic screen equipment
intercoms and control panels
security doors and door controls
specialised access control systems eg biometrics.
Resourcesmay relate to:
communications equipment
computer and computer software
drop sheet
ladder
materials:
cable
fixings
grease
patch materials
screws
sealants
wiring
solder
personal protective equipment
personnel
testing devices eg multimeter
tools and equipment:
crimp tools
drill
file
fixing tools
hand tools
IDC tools
power tools
router
soldering iron
spirit level
strippers
welder
training
transport.
Site access and specific site requirementsmay relate to:
access and egress points
access codes, keys or passes
building codes and regulations
obtaining security clearance
OHS requirements
time of access to site
union requirements.
Relevant personsmay include:
clients
colleagues
equipment and systems manufacturers
maintenance technician
security consultants
security personnel
subcontractors
supervisor.
Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirementsmay relate to:
emergency procedures
following confined spaces procedures
implementation of safety policies and procedures:
chemicals, gas and vapour
isolation procedures
monitoring and testing procedures
use of personal protection equipment and clothing
work clearance procedures
risk and hazard recognition
safety training
working with electrical wiring and cables
working with tools and equipment.
Contingency factorsmay relate to:
budget constraints
building delays
competing work demands
environmental factors eg time and weather
industrial disputes
non-availability of resource and materials
public holidays and shut-down periods
technology and equipment breakdowns
unforeseen incidents
workplace hazards, risks and controls.
Communication channels and processesmay relate to:
direct line supervision paths
established communication protocols
formal communication pathways
lateral supervision paths
organisational communication networks
verbal and non-verbal communication procedures eg pro-words, phonetic alphabet, call signs, coded messages, use of abbreviations, hand signals.
Risks and hazardsmay relate to:
chemical hazards eg battery corrosion
exposed electrical wiring
exposure to:
asbestos
building debris
dust
glass fibre
live power
natural and other gas build-up
noise
vermin
water
manual handling
non-compliance with building codes and regulations.
Documentationmay include:
activity reports
adjustments to installation plan
completion work reports
OHS risks and hazard reports
personnel reports
work schedules
written and electronic reports.

EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of:
conducting a visual inspection to ensure installed equipment and system conforms to standards and specifications and client requirements
maintaining clear communication with personnel during installation activities
monitoring installation progress and making adjustments where required in order to minimise deviation from work schedule or budget constraints
organising and allocating personnel, tools, equipment requirements appropriate to install security equipment and systems
organising appropriate site access arrangements
planning and preparing efficient and realistic installation schedules which allow for contingencies.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment includes:
a setting in the workplace or environment that simulates the conditions of performance described in the elements, performance criteria and range statement.
Resource implications for assessment include:
access to plain English version of relevant statutes and procedures
access to a registered provider of assessment services
access to a suitable venue and equipment
assessment instruments including personal planner and assessment record book
work schedules, organisational policies and duty statements.
Reasonable adjustments must be made to assessment processes where required for people with disabilities. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.
Method of assessment
This unit of competency could be assessed using the following methods of assessment:
observation of processes and procedures
questioning of underpinning knowledge and skills.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and suitable to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the competency being assessed. In all cases where practical assessment is used, it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge.
Oral questioning or written assessment may be used to assess underpinning knowledge. In assessment situations where the candidate is offered a choice between oral questioning and written assessment, questions are to be identical.
Supplementary evidence may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence from existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.