Video Security Systems Technician Performance Measures

Level I Performance Measures

General
2701-1001	The candidate has demonstrated an ability to identify safety hazards in the workplace
2701-1002	The candidate has demonstrated an ability to reliably identify video security systems equipment and related materials as directed.
2701-1003	The candidate has demonstrated an ability to select the appropriate simple hand and power tool(s) for a given task and use them safely.

Level II Performance Measures

General
2701-3001	The candidate has repeatedly, and in conformance with applicable standards, placed and secured video and power cables in an orderly and workmanlike manner.
2701-3002	The candidate has repeatedly demonstrated an ability to assemble racks and equipment mounts, properly place and mount racks and supporting equipment, and select and install appropriate fasteners and related hardware in conformance with manufacturers’ specifications.
2701-3003	The candidate has repeatedly and correctly connected voltage, current, and resistance meters.
2701-3004	The candidate has repeatedly demonstrated an ability to perform routine installations of Type A systems without immediate supervision.
2701-3005	The candidate has repeatedly demonstrated an ability to effectively train end users in the operation and basic maintenance of the system.
2701-3006	The candidate has repeatedly demonstrated an ability to give complete and accurate reports on his or her activity, progress, and problems encountered.
2701-3007	The candidate has consistently and reliably demonstrated ethical behavior on the job, consistent with the NICET Code of Ethics.

Specific
2701-4001	The candidate has installed at least 30 video cameras in conformance with manufacturers’ specifications, applicable standards, and project plans.
2701-4002	The candidate has installed at least 10 video monitors in conformance with manufacturers’ specifications, applicable standards, and project plans.
2701-4003	The candidate has installed at least 10 video recording devices in conformance with manufacturers’ specifications, applicable standards, and project plans.
2701-4004	The candidate has completed at least 3 projects or sections of projects which met project specifications and which involved a complete basic system or subsystem including at least 2 cameras, 1 VCR or DVR, 1 monitor, and complete power and signal cabling. The candidate personally installed, powered-up, and tested the components. At least one project was completed within the 6 months prior to today’s date.

Level III Performance Measures

General
2701-5001	The candidate has repeatedly demonstrated an ability to program digital video recorders to obtain specified frame rates, resolutions, and triggers.
2701-5002	The candidate has repeatedly demonstrated an ability to establish & verify copper, optical, & RF video and data paths.
2701-5003	The candidate has repeatedly demonstrated an ability to create a specified alarm condition and response.

Specific
2701-6001	The candidate has installed and set up at least 5 PTZ units to function in conformance with manufacturers’ specifications, applicable standards, and project plans.
2701-6002	The candidate has installed and set-up at least 8 DVRs to function in conformance with manufacturers’ specifications, applicable standards, and project plans.
2701-6003	The candidate has properly installed at least 10 cable runs (power, video, and data) of over 800 feet, maintaining proper signal strength.
2701-6004	The candidate has, at least twice, set up the interface between a video security system and a peripheral system, involving at least two different types of peripheral systems (intercom, access control, burglar or fire alarms, or building environmental controls), to provide specified alarm conditions and response.
2701-6005	Projects: The candidate has completed a total of at least 5 video security system projects or sections of projects that meet the following criteria: At least 3 of the projects meet or exceed the criteria for a Type B system as defined at the bottom of this page; The projects’ components were personally powered-up and tested by the candidate; The projects’ components were personally installed by, or installed under the direct supervision of, the candidate; At least one Type B project was completed within the 12 months prior to today’s date. Note: This may or may not include projects verified elsewhere.

Level IV Performance Measures

General
2701-7001	The candidate has repeatedly demonstrated a consistent ability to keep a team of technicians organized and focused on a project’s goals, schedule, and budget.
2701-7002	The candidate has repeatedly demonstrated a consistent ability to provide on-the-job training and help lower level technicians be more effective in performing their tasks.
2701-7003	The candidate has repeatedly demonstrated a consistent ability to troubleshoot LAN & IP problems.
2701-7004	The candidate has repeatedly demonstrated a consistent ability to troubleshoot software & operating system problems.

Specific
2701-8001	The candidate has, at least 3 times, integrated (programmed responses) CCTV systems with at least one other system (intercom, access control, burglar or fire alarms, or building environmental controls) to provide specified logic-based alarm conditions and responses.
2701-8002	The candidate has connected and programmed at least 10 DVRs with remote interfaces to provide specified performance.
2701-8003	The candidate has connected and programmed at least 3 CCTV systems for LAN/WAN communication utilizing IP protocols to provide specified performance.
2701-8004	The candidate has managed a complete Type C system (as defined at the bottom of this page) installation project within schedule and budget, and met performance specifications.
2701-8005	Projects: The candidate has completed a total of at least 7 video security system projects or sections of projects that meet the following criteria: At least 5 of the projects meet or exceed the criteria for a Type B system as defined at the bottom of this page. The projects’ components were personally installed by, or installed under the direct supervision of, the candidate; At least 3 of the projects meet or exceed the criteria for a Type C system as defined at the bottom of this page below. The candidate must have personally managed/supervised installation and programmed, powered-up and tested the components. At least one Type C project was completed within the 12 months prior to today’s date. Note: This may or may not include projects verified elsewhere.

Systems

Type B System:

Type C System:

A complete system or subsystem with complete power and signal cabling AND:

at least three of the following:

1 or more PT/Z cameras
2 or more keyboards o Matrix interfaced with alarms, A/C, or intercom (GPI or dry contact)
Digital video recorders with programmable, alarm-based resolution and frame rate

AND at least two of the following:

Optical fiber transmission
Long cable runs (over 800 feet)
1 or more low light cameras
1 or more covert or portable cameras
RF modulators

Candidate’s personal involvement:
Type B Installation/Upgrade/Expansion project: all work is personally performed by the candidate, with the possible exception of assistance received in cabling and mounting of devices. Type B Service project: over some time period, involves testing and repair and/or replacement of all of the system elements.

A complete complex system or subsystem with complete power and signal cabling AND:

LAN/WAN connectivity
IP addressing
Serial communications
PC-based control
Digital video recorders with remote interface
Network integration with other security or building systems
Custom graphical operator interface
Remote operation
Wireless communication

Candidate’s personal involvement:
Type C Installation/Upgrade/Expansion project: all work is personally managed/supervised by the candidate, and with system programming, power-up, and testing personally performed by the candidate. Type C Service project: over some time period, involves testing and repair and/or replacement of all of the system elements.