CPPSEC3041 — Conduct routine service of security equipment and systems

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What an assessment for CPPSEC3041 must cover

59 assessable components: 4 elements (19 performance criteria), 1 performance evidence and 37 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 service security equipment and systems.

1.1Review work instructions to confirm client and site requirements and routine service timeframes.
1.2Review AS/NZS 2201 to understand regulatory requirements associated with servicing security equipment and systems and apply to work instructions.
1.3Confirm type of security equipment and system to be serviced in consultation with relevant persons.
1.4Review and follow workplace policies and procedures including work health and safety (WHS) when carrying out work tasks.

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 Carry out routine service procedures on security equipment and system.

3.1Use safe work practices when working with electronic equipment and cables according to WHS requirements.
3.2Access security equipment and system requiring servicing with minimal disruption to services and others in the work area.
3.3Inspect and check security equipment and system to identify damage, obstruction or component wear.
3.4Perform routine service procedures on security equipment and system following manufacturers’ instructions.
3.5Conduct permitted repairs to ensure correct operation of security equipment and system following manufacturers’ instructions.
3.6Identify complex fault or repair requirements and report to relevant persons for specialist attention.

4 Finalise routine service and complete documentation.

4.1Reinstate security equipment and system and confirm correct operation and connections.
4.2Notify completion of work to relevant persons.
4.3Complete routine service documentation detailing service procedures, repairs undertaken and identified faults according to workplace and regulatory requirements.
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 routine service tasks.

Performance evidence

To demonstrate competency, a candidate must meet the performance criteria of this unit by conducting routine servicing of three different types of 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 conducting routine servicing of 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 servicing security equipment and systems
cable identification, termination and connection procedures associated with repairing installed security equipment and systems
documentation to be completed when conducting routine servicing of security equipment and systems to ensure compliance with licensing and warranty requirements
maintenance schedule requirements for security equipment and systems
methods for reinstating IP networked systems and equipment and ensuring they are properly secured
routine service procedures for a range of security equipment and systems and repairs permitted within scope of own role, authority and competence
security equipment calibration requirements
techniques for recognising routine and complex faults in security equipment and systems
tests to confirm security equipment and system functionality
tools and equipment including personal protective equipment (PPE) used when routinely servicing security equipment and systems
types, functions and features of a range of security equipment and systems:
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 conducting routine servicing of security equipment and systems and the control measures for each:
confined spaces
electrical
hazardous materials and chemicals
hidden utilities
people in the work area
power tools
vermin.

Foundation skills

reading skills: reading skills to interpret key requirements of: plans and specifications when locating security equipment and systems requiring servicing; Australian standards and manufacturers’ instructions
numeracy skills: numeracy skills to: measure and calculate volumes, consumption and servicing requirements; read and interpret a multimeter.

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