K006 Heavy Cabling & Subducting in the Underground Network - Open Course
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What is the K006 Heavy Cabling & Subducting in the Underground Network open course?
The K006 Heavy Cabling & Subducting in the Underground Network open course is a 2-day classroom-based training program that focuses on teaching the essential skills and knowledge for the safe and effective installation and management of heavy cabling and subducting. The course will introduce you to the processes, regulations, tools, and techniques required for working with underground cabling and subducting systems, including the safe operation of fibre blowing equipment as part of FTTP Strategic OFN Build. A professional trainer with real-world experience will guide you through the correct procedures and ensure safety measures are understood and implemented.
Therefore, you will be able to apply proper techniques in accordance with industry standards and regulations. Importantly, correct installation methods contribute to the efficient operation of Openreach’s network systems, as proper installation reduces faults and enhances long-term reliability.
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K006 Heavy Cabling & Subducting in the Underground Network Open Course - Key Information
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2-day course
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Designed for engineers & contract partners
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Receive an Openreach approved certification
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Prerequisites: NRSWA Unit O1, SA002 & SA006
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Qualification valid for 3 years
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Insight into industry-standard techniques
K006 Heavy Cabling & Subducting in the Underground Network Open Course Details
Once your payment is processed for your classroom-based course, you’ll receive your joining instructions via email.
Your joining instructions include the following details:
- The date of your chosen course
- Course start time
- Address of your chosen venue, including a map screenshot
- Duration of the course
What will you learn on the K006 Heavy Cabling & Subducting in the Underground Network open course?
This course is designed to provide you with the following knowledge and skills:
- Handling equipment safely which involves learning how to safely use duct motors, winches, cable drum trailers, and rodding machines
- Understanding how to set up a site for cabling activities and ensuring all safety protocols are followed
- Installing heavy cabling using the techniques for installing heavy cabling and subducting in the underground network
- Complying with standards to ensure all tasks are completed using current working practices and quality standards
Assessment and Certification
The K006 Heavy Cabling & Subducting in the Underground Network course assesses you through a theoretical and a practical assessment. You must pass both to earn your qualification, which remains valid for 3 years.
Prerequisites
The K006 Heavy Cabling & Subducting in the Underground Network course is for individuals with prior civils experience. Specifically, you must have completed NRSWA Unit O1 (was Unit 2) Signing, Lighting and Guarding, SA002 Underground Safety & SA006 Safe Working in Civils.
Equipment to bring on the day
You will need to bring the following PPE with you:
- Hi-Viz
- Hard Hat (with chin strap if climbing)
- Safety Boots
- Safety Gloves
- Safety Glasses or Goggles
Other Openreach Accredited courses
View other Openreach Accredited courses below:
K008 Hand Rodding in the Underground Network
This training course provides delegates with essential hand rodding and cabling skills needed for the K8 accreditation assessment. Upon completion, successful participants will be able to hand rod into an underground Openreach joint box chamber or manhole.
K009 Optical Fibre Cabling & Air Blowing Practices
The K009 Optical Fibre Cabling & Air Blowing Practices course trains engineers and contractors in safe fibre blowing techniques with COF cables in sub-ducts, following Openreach’s latest standards. By the end of the course, participants will have the skills to complete FTTP Strategic Underground cabling projects correctly and efficiently.
Q021 (DL1) Duct Laying 1
The Q021 (DL1) Duct Laying 1 course provides delegates with the skills to install Duct 54 and 56 for Openreach's Underground network, focusing on 2-way ductwork installation and ensuring compatibility with telecommunications standards.
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