ICTRFN301 — Install a radio communications antenna and feedline

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What an assessment for ICTRFN301 must cover

43 assessable components: 4 elements (22 performance criteria), 6 performance evidence and 9 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 6 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 Plan assembly of antenna system

1.1Arrange access to site according to required procedure
1.2Apply all relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards in planning process
1.3Obtain relevant antenna specifications, requirements and radio communication site management book (RCSMB) from appropriate personnel
1.4Organise appropriate installation personnel to be available on site
1.5Assess relevant hazard levels from RCSMB and take appropriate preventative action according to prescribed safety requirements
1.6Identify other antennas at site location and notify those who may be affected by outages
1.7Inspect antenna system and feedline for physical damage before further work is performed
1.8Organise tools and equipment and ensure they are in safe working order and adjusted to manufacturer’s specifications

2 Assemble, mount and align antenna and prepare feedline

2.1Follow site specific safety requirements and enterprise work health and safety (WHS) processes and procedures
2.2Assemble antenna system in safe manner according to manufacturer’s instructions
2.3Mount antenna with correct azimuth and polarisation according to manufacturer’s instructions and work practices
2.4Install radome to antenna if provided
2.5Install lightning protection systems according to plans and specifications
2.6Align antenna in horizontal and vertical planes to maximise signal

3 Test antenna installation and document test results

3.1Conduct performance tests in safe manner according to manufacturer’s specifications and instructions
3.2Record, interpret and compare test results with manufacturer’s data or design specifications
3.3Confirm correct overall operation of antenna system

4 Complete administrative tasks and clean up site

4.1Complete and store appropriate records and test results according to enterprise policy
4.2Label radio frequency (RF) transmitter equipment and feedlines according to legislation
4.3Notify all affected by outage that normal operation can resume
4.4Clean, pack and store all tools and test equipment, and organise transport in suitable protective casing where appropriate
4.5Restore any changes made to worksite to client’s satisfaction and obtain sign off

Performance evidence

determine installation requirements and ensure site inspection activities are conducted prior to installation
conduct installation of a communications antenna according to plans and specifications
assess hazard levels at a radio frequency (RF) site and apply knowledge of safety precautions for self, fellow workers and the public
mount an antenna, connect a transmission line and physically align an antenna
use appropriate test equipment to perform a return loss sweep measurement or a measurement of forward and reflected power on at least two different antenna systems.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

Knowledge evidence

outline current industry practice for antenna installation including: earthing, lightning protection
describe the procedures and equipment required for: antenna sweep testing to measure return loss, measurement of distance to fault, measurement of feedline insertion loss, measurement of forward and reflected RF power
summarise features of instrument and equipment test methods and performance requirements
outline legislation, codes of practice and other formal agreements that directly impact on operation and testing of radio communications antennas and equipment
identify the general components and installation of antennas and feedlines
discuss the application of RF and electromagnetic radiation (EMR) standards and specific work health and safety (WHS) requirements
discuss the impact on the use and testing of radio communications instruments and equipment
identify the types of antennas that can withstand extreme environments
summarise typical issues and challenges that occur in telecommunications antenna installations.

Foundation skills

Reading: Recognises and interprets textual information from relevant sources to determine specifications, enterprise guidelines, policy and instructional material
Writing: Uses clear, specific and industry related terminology to complete and update workplace documentation and in written communications with clients
Oral Communication: Uses specific and relevant language to clearly articulate operational and site matters and appropriate tone for successful negotiations. Uses questioning and listening techniques to determine the view and opinions of others
Numeracy: Analyses numerical information to evaluate technical data and interpret results, take measurements and correctly calibrate equipment
Navigate the world of work: Takes personal responsibility for adherence to legal and regulatory requirements with specific reference to safe industry practices. Understands the main tasks, responsibilities and boundaries of own work
Get the work done: Determines job priorities, sequences the steps involved in clearly defined and familiar tasks, and identifies and assembles the resources and access required. Takes responsibility for routine decision making by selecting from a range of predetermined options in routine situations, identifying and taking situational factors into account. Identifies and implements standard solutions for typical installation challenges. Follows routine procedures for using digital technology to enter, store and retrieve information directly relevant to own enterprise policy

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What does an assessment tool for ICTRFN301 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for ICTRFN301 needs to address all 43 unit components: 4 elements with 22 performance criteria, 6 performance evidence requirements, 9 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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