Fire & Security
Fire, Security & Data Technician
Registration
The introduction of the Cabling Provider Rules (CPRs) has
changed the obligations for technicians undertaking cabling work on
fire protection, security and data/computer systems. Technicians
must register in order to undertake cabling work. This is a legal
requirement set by the Australian Communications & Media
Authority (ACMA).
Through the introduction of the Telecommunications Cabling Provider Rules 2000
(CPRs), the ACMA has placed new obligations on technicians working
with fire, security and data/communications systems. Those
registering through FPA Australia will receive material providing
guidance on how to ensure that they meet their legal
obligations.
Click
here to view the types of registration available.
Click
here to obtain information about applying and to download
an application form.
Click
here to find out about the background to the Cabling
Provider Rules (CPRs).
Click
here to search FPA Australia's database of registered
cablers.
AUSTRALIAN STANDARD AS/CA S009:2013 - Installation
requirements for customer cabling (Wiring rules)
On the 14th of February 2013, Comms Alliance published
the Revised Australian Standard for Customer Cabling
Installation.
The Standard proposes new and revised requirements in a number
of key areas, including the following:
- expanded provisions covering cabling in hazardous areas and
explosive atmospheres;
- new requirements for the separation of customer cabling from
non-electrical hazardous services;
- expanded requirements for optical interface cleaning and
inspection;
- new provisions for the labelling of panels, enclosures and
outlets in optical fibre systems;
- updated guidance for cabling in domestic installations,
including the installation of Category 5 cabling as a minimum;
- new requirements for cabling between buildings to address
potential hazards associated with lightning activity and power
earth differentials;
- additional requirements for cables that are immersed in water
within a conduit or duct;
- small assemblies of sockets (up to 6) can now be installed by
"Restricted" cabling providers to facilitate basic NBN
installations;
- a new appendix providing guidance on the installation of aerial
customer cabling.
The approved Standard is available on the Communications Alliance website. The new
Standard came into force from 1 July 2013.
Cabling Contact Information
ACMA - Tel: 1300 850
115, Website: www.acma.gov.au
Standards Australia - Website: www.standards.com.au
Telstra high load passage - Tel: 07 3013 2607