Knowledge

K1: Design specifications and documentation including floor plans, patch lists, bills of materials, rack face layout plans etc. Has an appreciation of literacy and numeracy skills required in order to select and quantify tools and equipment required for tasks, calculate time frames for work activities and plan work schedules Back to Duty

K2: The principles associated with the transmission of digital information over copper cable networks and the impact poor-quality workmanship has on the communication link. Has a fundamental knowledge of Ohms Law and can recognise the changes in the electrical characteristics of copper cable caused through handling and installation irregularities Back to Duty

K3: The principles associated with the transmission of digital information over fibre cable networks and the impact poor-quality workmanship has on the communication link. Understands the principles of light propagation and has a fundamental knowledge of attenuation within the fibre channel. Recognises where losses can occur through poor handling and installation techniques Back to Duty

K4: The key components of a structured cabling infrastructure and the relationship between campus, building and floor distributors, with relevance to the cable installation plan. Understands the basic elements of IT network architecture, including the range of cable types and networking equipment including routers and switches Back to Duty

K5: The test parameters for copper and fibre cable certification in accordance with appropriate industry standards e.g. BSEN 50346-Information Technology-Testing of Installed Cables, the routine for test equipment service and calibration Back to Duty

K6: Own responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, in particular the need to take care of their own health and safety in the workplace whilst also being responsible for those that might be affected by his/her actions Back to Duty

K7: The types of health and safety risk that could be incurred whilst carrying out cable installation tasks, who might be affected by the risk, and what actions can be taken to mitigate the risk Back to Duty

K8: The requirements to comply with National and International standards e.g. British Standards Institute BSEN 50173-Series, and the importance of following manufacturers' best-practice guidelines Back to Duty

K9: The criteria against which the network components will be inspected and the consequence of failing to meet the required quality standards as described above Back to Duty

K10: The customer's organisation, structure and the roles of personnel involved in the project, who they need to communicate with and for what reasons Back to Duty

K11: Asbestos Containing Materials (ACMs) and is conversant with the actions to be taken if ACMs are identified whist installation work is being carried out Back to Duty

K12: The status and scope of the Electricity at Work Act and how work carried out during network cable installation tasks are governed by supporting standards i.e. BS7671 Back to Duty

K13: The legislative requirements under the Working at Height regulations, including personal competence and inspection regimes, with particular relevance to the need for PASMA training and certification Back to Duty

K14: The concept of the "internet of things" and the effects of emerging technologies on media selection, installation practices and additional testing requirements Back to Duty

K15: The structural components of equipment racks/cabinets and how to assemble them to meet the requirements on the infrastructure design Back to Duty

K16: The requirement for the segregation of data cables from electrical cables in accordance with BSEN 50174. Can also identify media supporting other data services e.g. telephone, security, alarms and AV systems and the precautions to be taken to prevent interference or damage to the systems Back to Duty

K17: The need to maintain accurate documentation and the depth of information required for successful completion and handover to the customer Back to Duty

K18: The fundamental principles involved in the maintenance of cyber security, in particular workplace processes implemented by the roganisation for the protection of data Back to Duty

K19: Workforce management systems and the workflow functionality Back to Duty

K20: The fundamental requirements of the New Roads and Streetworks Act and associated codes of practice.Knows when legislation applies and the levels of authorisation required to perform works Back to Duty

Skills

S1: Install copper cabling components for Local Area Networking (LAN). Carry out maintenance tasks on copper cable networks. Can identify, locate and repair common faults Back to Duty

S2: Install fibre optic cabling components for Local Area Networking (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) infrastructure. Can identify, locate and repair common faults Back to Duty

S3: Carry out testing on copper cabling in accordance with equipment manufacturer's procedures, and compliant to industry standards, interpret results and rectify failures Back to Duty

S4: Carry out testing of fibre optic cabling using an optical loss test set (Tier 1), an optical time domain reflectometer (Tier 2) and fibre inspection tool in accordance with equipment manufacturer's procedures, and compliant to industry standards Back to Duty

S5: Analyse copper and fibre test results and provides certification to the customer Back to Duty

S6: Prepare, constructs and installs telecommunications equipment cabinets, either pre-built or from flat-pack. Arrange and install fixtures and fittings appropriate for the intended use. Correctly selects network equipment components for installation into cabinets, differentiating between switches and routers Back to Duty

S7: Work at height in a safe manner and is competent in the use of Mobile Equipment Work Platforms (MEWPs) and can assemble, dismantle, use and inspect prefabricated low-level access towers Back to Duty

S8: Reduce the danger of working in confined spaces by implementing appropriate health and safety procedures, using and maintaining personal protective equipment Back to Duty

S9: Carry out network cable installation within the public highway to the standards required by the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 Back to Duty

S10: Analyse plans, make decisions about equipment types and quantity, and accurately predict time frames Back to Duty

S11: Assess the requirements for cable containment by type and size to build a pathway suitable for routing data cables. Install containment systems in a safe manner, using the correct tools and methods for cutting, shaping and mounting tray, basket trunking and conduit Back to Duty

S12: Install end-point equipment i.e. CCTV camera, Wireless Access Point, Access Control etc using appropriate fixings and media Back to Duty

S13: Interpret the customer statement of requirements to determine the correct quality of components to be used in the cable network Back to Duty

S14: Use literacy and numeracy skills to quantify equipment requirements and timelines for tasks to be carried out Back to Duty

S15: Communicate effectively with key stakeholders in the customer's organisation including the customer, the Construction Design and Management (CDM) co-ordinator, the project manager and the Information Technology (IT) security officer Back to Duty

S16: Work diligently to maintain cyber security by applying processes and procedures aimed at protecting data confidentiality Back to Duty

Behaviours

B1: Highly self-motivated and driven when carrying out work alone Back to Duty

B2: Assumes responsibility for the accuracy and quality of own work Back to Duty

B3: Team focused and makes an effective contribution Back to Duty

B4: Disciplined, applies effective time management and meets deadlines Back to Duty

B5: Applies initiative to overcome any obstacles encountered in the workplace. Back to Duty

B6: Anticipates security issues and demonstrates a commitment to safeguarding data integrity Back to Duty

B7: Focused and thorough, working to consistently high standards Back to Duty