CPPSEC4019Diagnose faults in networked security systems

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What an assessment for CPPSEC4019 must cover

60 assessable components: 4 elements (19 performance criteria), 1 performance evidence and 39 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 security system or network faults.

  • 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 requirements and work timeframes.
  • 1.3Obtain and assess security system reports and clarify extent of faults in consultation with relevant persons.
  • 1.4Review security system specifications and network configurations to confirm normal operational functions and performance parameters.

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 security system and network in consultation with relevant persons.
  • 2.4Identify hazards in the work area and apply risk control measures.

3 Conduct system and network testing and diagnostic procedures.

  • 3.1Use safe work practices when working with electronic equipment and cables according to WHS requirements.
  • 3.2Isolate security equipment and system according to WHS requirements.
  • 3.3Confirm normal performance of security equipment and system against specification schedules.
  • 3.4Inspect and check security system components and test operation according to manufacturers’ instructions.
  • 3.5Methodically apply diagnostic methods using measurements and estimations of system operating parameters and network configurations.
  • 3.6Test suspected fault scenarios to identify source of system or network 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.

  • 4.1Complete documentation detailing diagnosed faults and options for fault rectification 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 three different networked security systems to diagnose:  a minimum of two system faults  a minimum of two network faults.

Knowledge evidence

  • workplace policies and procedures that ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements when diagnosing faults in networked security systems:
  • licensing requirements and limits of own authority
  • regulatory requirements in the jurisdiction of operation
  • requirements for complying with Australian Communications and Media Authority cabling rules
  • work health and safety
  • cable identification methods and techniques
  • common computer commands used to verify and manage internet protocol (IP) and network performance
  • difference between programming and configuration of security equipment and systems
  • documentation to be completed when diagnosing faults in networked 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
  • methods for ensuring IP networked systems and equipment are properly secured
  • operational parameters and diagnostic testing procedures for 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
  • principles of security system networking and integration including IP addresses and devices
  • tests to confirm correct configurations, operation and connections for networked security systems
  • tools and equipment used when diagnosing faults in networked security systems
  • types of earthing systems used in electrical installations
  • typical hazards encountered when diagnosing faults in 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: reading skills to interpret key requirements of: system installation plans and specifications; manufacturers’ instructions.

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What does an assessment tool for CPPSEC4019 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CPPSEC4019 needs to address all 60 unit components: 4 elements with 19 performance criteria, 1 performance evidence requirements, 39 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for CPPSEC4019?

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