CPPSEC4015 — Maintain networked security systems
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What an assessment for CPPSEC4015 must cover
71 assessable components: 5 elements (25 performance criteria), 1 performance evidence and 43 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 Formulate maintenance strategy for networked security system.
- 1.1Access and interpret key requirements of legislation, regulations and workplace policies and procedures, including work health and safety (WHS), 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) to understand requirements associated with maintaining networked security systems and apply to work instructions.
- 1.4Review networked security system architecture and configuration documentation to confirm requirements to maintain operational effectiveness.
- 1.5Confirm warranty status of networked security system components, software and hardware.
- 1.6Assess maintenance options against budgetary constraints and risk to continuity of client operations.
- 1.7Finalise and schedule maintenance strategy that ensures optimal operational performance of networked security system and software.
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 system 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 Monitor effectiveness of networked security system.
- 3.1Access networked security system with minimal disruption to services and others in the work area.
- 3.2Systematically monitor and assess networked security system operation against performance indicators to determine hardware and software performance and reliability.
- 3.3Monitor security and access features of networked security system to confirm information security and integrity.
- 3.4Review and maintain system performance and audit reports according to workplace requirements.
4 Implement preventative maintenance procedures.
- 4.1Routinely implement networked security system back-up procedures.
- 4.2Routinely update and maintain anti-virus software and mechanisms to secure internet protocol networks.
- 4.3Carry out repairs or adjustments to networked security system within scope of own competence and according to maintenance strategy and manufacturers’ instructions.
- 4.4Identify, diagnose and rectify system irregularities or faults and refer complex faults for specialist attention according to manufacturers’ instructions.
5 Finalise maintenance and complete documentation.
- 5.1Reinstate networked security system and confirm correct operation and connections.
- 5.2Notify completion of work to relevant persons.
- 5.3Complete maintenance documentation detailing repairs undertaken and identified faults according to workplace and regulatory requirements.
- 5.4Check tools and equipment for faults, wear or damage and rectify or report problems.
- 5.5Restore work area to original condition and remove waste caused by maintenance tasks.
Performance evidence
- To demonstrate competency, a candidate must meet the performance criteria of this unit by maintaining three different networked security systems.
Knowledge evidence
- workplace policies and procedures that ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements when maintaining 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
- cable identification, termination and connection procedures associated with repairing networked security systems
- common computer commands used to verify and manage internet protocol and network performance
- documentation to be completed when maintaining security systems to ensure compliance with licensing and warranty requirements
- 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
- maintenance procedures for a range of networked security systems and repairs permitted within scope of own role, authority and competence
- maintenance strategies for networked security systems
- methods for reinstating networked systems and equipment and ensuring they are properly secured over IP networks
- security equipment calibration requirements
- techniques for recognising routine and complex faults in networked security systems
- tests to confirm security system functionality
- tools and equipment including personal protective equipment (PPE) used when maintaining networked security systems
- types, functions and features of a range of networked security systems and components:
- 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 maintaining networked security 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: to interpret key requirements of: specifications for networked system architecture and configuration, plans and specifications when locating networked security system and components for maintenance, Australian standards and manufacturers’ instructions
- numeracy skills: to interpret multimeter readings when maintaining networked systems.
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