ACMA Open Registration

Course Overview

ACMA Open Registration develops the practical knowledge and workplace skills required for telecommunications cabling work within the Australian regulatory framework. The training covers the installation, termination, testing and management of telecommunications cabling systems, with a focus on working safely and meeting applicable ACMA requirements.

Learners develop skills relevant to customer premises cabling, including domestic properties, home offices and small business environments. Training addresses the safe use of electrical practices, workplace health and safety procedures, multi-pair and backbone cabling, telephone line installations and the connection of telecommunications equipment.

The course also covers the processes used to terminate and test cabling, identify compliance requirements and maintain appropriate installation records. It is relevant to people entering telecommunications cabling work and workers seeking the competencies associated with ACMA Open Cabler Registration. The training combines technical cabling practices with the regulatory and documentation requirements that apply to this type of work.

Key Skills / What You Will Learn

• Apply electrical safety practices when undertaking telecommunications cabling activities.
• Follow WHS and environmental procedures relevant to installation work.
• Understand and apply ACMA Open Cabling Provider Rules.
• Install and manage multi-pair and backbone cabling systems.
• Terminate cabling at socket outlets, termination modules and distributors.
• Install and configure multiple telephone lines.
• Test completed cabling and complete relevant installation and compliance records.