CPPSEC3042 — Diagnose faults in video surveillance systems and equipment

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48 assessable components: 4 elements (19 performance criteria), 1 performance evidence and 27 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 1 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 diagnose VSS and equipment faults.

1.1Review work instructions to confirm client requirements and diagnostic timeframes.
1.2Review AS/NZS 2201 to understand regulatory requirements associated with diagnosing VSS and equipment faults and apply to work instructions.
1.3Use questioning and active listening to gather information on type of VSS and equipment and extent of fault.
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 VSS and equipment in consultation with relevant persons.
2.4Identify hazards in the work area and apply risk control measures.

3 Conduct VSS and equipment testing and diagnostic procedures.

3.1Use safe work practices when working with electronic equipment and cables according to WHS requirements.
3.2Isolate VSS and equipment according to WHS requirements.
3.3Confirm normal performance of VSS and equipment against specification schedules.
3.4Inspect and check VSS and equipment components and test operation according to manufacturers’ instructions.
3.5Methodically apply diagnostic methods using measurements and estimations of VSS and equipment operating parameters.
3.6Test suspected fault scenarios to identify source of system problems.
3.7Assess test data, site variables, operational and historical information to support fault diagnosis.
3.8Diagnose fault or seek assistance from relevant persons to meet work instructions.

4 Recommend options for fault rectification and complete documentation.

4.1Document diagnosed faults and options for fault rectification that are supported by verifiable data according to workplace and regulatory requirements.
4.2Check tools and equipment for faults, wear or damage and rectify or report problems.
4.3Clean and restore work area and remove waste caused by work tasks.

Performance evidence

To demonstrate competency, a candidate must meet the performance criteria of this unit by conducting testing and diagnostic procedures on two different video surveillance systems (VSS) and equipment to diagnose a minimum of three faults.

Knowledge evidence

workplace policies and procedures that ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements when diagnosing faults in VSS and equipment: licensing requirements and limits of own authority
workplace policies and procedures that ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements when diagnosing faults in VSS and equipment: privacy requirements
workplace policies and procedures that ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements when diagnosing faults in VSS and equipment: reporting and documentation
workplace policies and procedures that ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements when diagnosing faults in VSS and equipment: requirements for complying with Australian Communications and Media Authority cabling rules
workplace policies and procedures that ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements when diagnosing faults in VSS and equipment: 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 diagnosing security equipment and system faults at client premises
cable identification methods and techniques
documentation to be completed when diagnosing faults in VSS and equipment
keypad and control panel types and functions for a range of VSS and equipment
materials, tools and equipment including personal protective equipment (PPE) used when diagnosing faults in VSS and equipment
methods for ensuring IP networked systems and equipment are properly secured
operational parameters and diagnostic testing procedures for a range of VSS and equipment: audio systems
operational parameters and diagnostic testing procedures for a range of VSS and equipment: cameras: pan-tilt-zoom and infra-red sensitive
operational parameters and diagnostic testing procedures for a range of VSS and equipment: image presentation: display type, real-time surveillance, resolution and number of images
operational parameters and diagnostic testing procedures for a range of VSS and equipment: recording: image compression, frame rates, resolution, storage capacity, basic metadata, playback and image export
operational parameters and diagnostic testing procedures for a range of VSS and equipment: system integration
operational principles of data transmission networks
types and functions of computer software associated with VSS and equipment
types of earthing systems used in electrical installations
types of electrical connections and circuits encountered when diagnosing faults in VSS and equipment, and circuit protection requirements
typical hazards encountered when diagnosing faults in VSS and equipment and the control measures for each: confined spaces
typical hazards encountered when diagnosing faults in VSS and equipment and the control measures for each: electrical
typical hazards encountered when diagnosing faults in VSS and equipment and the control measures for each: hazardous materials and chemicals
typical hazards encountered when diagnosing faults in VSS and equipment and the control measures for each: people in the work area
typical hazards encountered when diagnosing faults in VSS and equipment and the control measures for each: power tools
typical hazards encountered when diagnosing faults in VSS and equipment and the control measures for each: vermin
typical hazards encountered when diagnosing faults in VSS and equipment and the control measures for each: work at heights

Foundation skills

reading skills: to interpret key requirements of: circuit diagrams, plans and specifications when locating system and equipment components, Australian standards and manufacturers’ instructions.

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What does an assessment tool for CPPSEC3042 need to cover?

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