CPPSEC3036 — Program and configure security equipment and systems

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What an assessment for CPPSEC3036 must cover

35 assessable components: 4 elements (19 performance criteria), 1 performance evidence and 13 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 2 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Prepare to program and configure security equipment and system.

1.1Review work instructions to confirm client and site requirements and service timeframes.
1.2Review AS/NZS 2201 to understand regulatory requirements associated with programming and configuring installed equipment and systems and apply to work instructions.
1.3Confirm type of security equipment and system to be programmed and configured and clarify programming requirements and configuration parameters.
1.4Review and follow workplace policies and procedures including work health and safety when carrying out work tasks.
1.5Review work instructions to confirm client and site requirements and service timeframes.

2 Plan and organise work tasks.

2.1Plan and prioritise work tasks allowing sufficient time to meet work instructions.
2.2Select and organise required materials, tools and equipment including personal protective equipment and check for safe and correct operation.
2.3Arrange access to security equipment and system in consultation with relevant persons.
2.4Identify hazards in the work area and apply risk control measures.

3 Conduct system and equipment programming and configuration.

3.1Use safe work practices when working with electronic equipment and cables according to WHS requirements.
3.2Power security equipment and system following correct procedures and manufacturers’ instructions.
3.3Program and configure security equipment and system according to work instructions.
3.4Test and check security equipment and system configuration to confirm correct operation.
3.5Identify and apply required adjustments to programming instructions in consultation with relevant persons.

4 Finalise programming and configuration activities and documentation.

4.1Inspect programmed and configured security equipment and system to confirm correct operation and conformance with work instructions.
4.2Complete documentation detailing programming and configuration results according to workplace and regulatory requirements.
4.3Notify work completion to relevant persons.
4.4Check tools and equipment for faults, wear or damage and rectify or report problems.
4.5Restore work area to original condition and remove waste caused by work tasks.

Performance evidence

To demonstrate competency, a candidate must meet the performance criteria of this unit by programming and configuring three different security equipment and systems, one of which must be an internet protocol (IP) networked installation.

Knowledge evidence

workplace policies and procedures that ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements when programming and configuring security equipment and systems: licensing requirements and limits of own authority; privacy requirements; reporting and documentation; requirements for complying with Australian Communications and Media Authority cabling rules; work health and safety
application of AS/NZS 2201.1:2007 Intruder alarm systems – Client’s premises – Design, installation, commissioning and maintenance (AS/NZS 2201) when programming and configurating security equipment and systems at client premises
basic programming and configuration methods for a range of security equipment and systems
cable identification methods and techniques
difference between programming and configuration of security equipment and systems
documentation to be completed when programming and configuring security equipment and systems
keypad and control panel types and functions for a range of security equipment and systems
materials, tools and equipment including personal protective equipment (PPE) used when programming and configuring security equipment and systems
methods for ensuring IP networked systems and equipment are properly secured
types and functions of computer software associated with electronic security equipment and systems
types and functions of computerised, electronic and manual security equipment and systems that require programming and configuration: access control systems; audible and visual warning devices; cameras and monitors; commercial and residential alarm systems; detection devices; electronic 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
types of earthing systems used in electrical installations
typical hazards encountered when programming and configuring security equipment and systems and the control measures for each: confined spaces; electrical; hazardous materials and chemicals; people in the work area; power tools; vermin.

Foundation skills

reading: reading skills to interpret key requirements of: plans and specifications when locating security equipment and systems; Australian standards and manufacturers’ instructions
numeracy: numeracy skills to interpret multimeter readings when testing security equipment and systems.

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