CPPSEC4014 — Commission and decommission networked security systems

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What an assessment for CPPSEC4014 must cover

74 assessable components: 5 elements (25 performance criteria), 1 performance evidence and 46 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 commission and decommission networked security system.

1.1Access and interpret key requirements of legislation, regulations and workplace policies and procedures and apply to work instructions to ensure compliance.
1.2Review work instructions to confirm client and site requirements and work timeframes.
1.3Review AS/NZS 2201.1:2007 Intruder alarm systems – Client’s premises – Design, installation, commissioning and maintenance (AS/NZS 2201) and National Construction Code (NCC) to understand and apply requirements associated with commissioning and decommissioning networked security systems.
1.4Review networked security system architecture and configuration documentation and source information to clarify commissioning and decommissioning requirements.
1.5Review and comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements when carrying out work instructions.

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, testing devices and equipment including personal protective equipment and check for safe and correct operation.
2.3Arrange access to networked security systems for commissioning and decommissioning in consultation with relevant persons.
2.4Identify hazards in the work area and apply risk control measures.
2.5Use safe work practices when working with electronic equipment and cables according to WHS requirements.

3 Commission networked security system.

3.1Access networked security system and confirm equipment interconnections and parameters.
3.2Review system specifications and confirm equipment interconnections and parameters.
3.3Set up non-software configurations and confirm software is installed and hardware data loaded.
3.4Conduct performance tests to ensure operation meets prescribed parameters and specifications.
3.5Conduct procedures to ensure security of system connections over IP network.
3.6Identify, document and report malfunctions or deviations from recommended specifications.
3.7Conduct hand-over of commissioned networked security system.

4 Decommission networked security system.

4.1Confirm networked security system for decommissioning.
4.2Isolate existing services to protect operation of existing structures in consultation with relevant persons.
4.3Safely terminate sources of energy according to manufacturers’ instructions and WHS requirements.
4.4Remove networked security system and components according to work instructions.

5 Finalise commissioning and decommissioning activities and documentation.

5.1Complete and secure commissioning and decommissioning documentation to maintain client confidentiality according to workplace and regulatory requirements.
5.2Notify work completion to relevant persons.
5.3Check tools and equipment for faults, wear or damage and rectify or report problems.
5.4Clean and restore work area, remove waste caused by work tasks and dispose of decommissioned security system and components according to workplace requirements.

Performance evidence

To demonstrate competency, a candidate must meet the performance criteria of this unit by commissioning and decommissioning two different types of networked security systems.

Knowledge evidence

workplace policies and procedures that ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements when commissioning and decommissioning networked security systems:
licensing requirements and limits of own authority
requirements for complying with Australian Communications and Media Authority cabling rules
regulatory requirements in the jurisdiction of operation
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) and National Construction Code (NCC) when commissioning and decommissioning of security equipment and systems installed at clients’ premises
basic carpentry techniques used when commissioning and decommissioning security equipment and systems
cable identification and termination methods and techniques
common computer commands used to verify and manage internet protocol and network performance
documentation to be completed when commissioning and decommissioning security equipment and systems
fundamentals of routers, switches, firewalls and wireless access points
fundamentals of scripting language
keypad and control panel types and functions for a range of security equipment and systems
local area network and wide area network capabilities
meaning of multiple form factor authentication
principles of security system networking and integration including IP addresses and devices
methods for ensuring IP networked systems and equipment are properly secured
methods for installing software, setting non-software configurations and confirming hardware data is loaded when commissioning networked security systems
procedures for isolating existing services
procedures for safely terminating sources of energy when decommissioning networked security systems
soldering and drilling techniques used when commissioning and decommissioning networked security systems
testing procedures for commissioning a range of networked security 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
materials, tools, testing devices and equipment including personal protective equipment (PPE) used when commissioning and decommissioning networked security systems
network testing and monitoring tools and commands used to check network connectivity and continuity
types and functions of computer software associated with networked security systems
types of earthing systems used in electrical installations
types of electrical connections and circuits encountered when commissioning and decommissioning networked security systems, and circuit protection requirements
typical hazards encountered when commissioning and decommissioning networked security systems and the control measures for each:
confined spaces
electrical
hazardous materials and chemicals
people in the work area
power tools
vermin
work at heights.

Foundation skills

reading: reading skills to interpret key requirements of: specifications for networked system architecture and configuration, plans and specifications when locating networked security system and components for commissioning and decommissioning, Australian standards, NCC and manufacturers’ instructions
numeracy: numeracy skills to interpret multimeter readings when testing commissioned networked security system.

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