Fibre Splicing – Skill 13

Course Overview

Fibre Splicing – Skill 13 provides practical training in preparing, splicing, terminating and testing optical fibre cable for telecommunications projects. Learners develop the skills needed to work with fibre connections during new installations and network upgrades, including work on optical backbone and access network infrastructure.

The training covers careful fibre handling, connector inspection and cleaning, patching, fibre splicing and termination. Learners also work with fusion-spliced pigtails and industry-recognised enclosures, while following manufacturer instructions and relevant work practices. Safe procedures for working around laser-based fibre systems, including required precautions for live fibre, are also addressed.

The course is relevant to telecommunications line workers, technicians and jointers involved in commercial or industrial fibre-to-the-premises installations and other telecommunications projects. Learners also develop skills in recording installation information and reporting test results in accordance with relevant requirements.

Key Skills / What You Will Learn

• Inspect and prepare optical fibre connectors for connection.
• Clean and handle fibre components using appropriate procedures.
• Splice, terminate and test optical fibre cable.
• Carry out fusion splicing and install fibre pigtails.
• House spliced fibres in suitable enclosures and closures.
• Apply safe practices when working with fibre and laser-based systems.
• Complete installation records and document test results.