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Systems installation/decommissioning HSIN

The installation, testing, implementation or decommissioning and removal of cabling, wiring, equipment, hardware and associated software, following plans and instructions and in accordance with agreed standards. The testing of hardware and software components, resolution of malfunctions, and recording of results. The reporting of details of hardware and software installed so that configuration management records can be updated.

Moving to SFIA 8

There is an updated version of this skill for SFIA 8.

  • The skill is renamed to Systems installation and removal as the SFIA 7 skill name is unwieldy and can be simplified for readability.
  • Decommissioning has been added  as an example activity in the Guidance Notes.
  • Skill level descriptions for Levels 2, 3 and 4 have been improved to provide a clear difference and progression between the levels
  • The skill descriptions have been edited for readability and guidance notes have been added
  • Details available here - SFIA 8 Systems installation and removal
  • SFIA 7 skill descriptions will remain available for you to use
  • Previous SFIA assessments are not impacted by this change.

Levels

Defined at these levels: 1 2 3 4 5

Systems installation/decommissioning: Level 1

Following agreed procedures, performs simple installations, replaces consumable items, checks correct working of installations, and documents and reports on work done.

Systems installation/decommissioning: Level 2

Installs or removes hardware and/or software, and associated connections, using supplied installation instructions and tools. Conducts tests and corrects malfunctions. Documents results in accordance with agreed procedures. Assists with the evaluation of change requests. Contributes, as required, to investigations of problems and faults concerning the installation of hardware and/or software and confirms the correct working of installations.

Systems installation/decommissioning: Level 3

Installs or removes hardware and/or software, using supplied installation instructions and tools including, where appropriate, handover to the client. Conducts tests, corrects malfunctions, and documents results in accordance with agreed procedures. Reports details of all hardware/software items that have been installed and removed so that configuration management records can be updated. Provides assistance to users in a professional manner following agreed procedures for further help or escalation. Reviews change requests. Maintains accurate records of user requests, contact details and outcomes. Contributes to the development of installation procedures and standards.

Systems installation/decommissioning: Level 4

Undertakes routine installations and de-installations of items of hardware and/or software. Takes action to ensure targets are met within established safety and quality procedures, including, where appropriate, handover to the client. Conducts tests of hardware and/or software using supplied test procedures and diagnostic tools. Corrects malfunctions, calling on other experienced colleagues and external resources if required. Documents details of all hardware/software items that have been installed and removed so that configuration management records can be updated. Develops installation procedures and standards, and schedules installation work. Provides specialist guidance and advice to less experienced colleagues to ensure best use is made of available assets, and to maintain or improve the installation service.

Systems installation/decommissioning: Level 5

Takes responsibility for installation projects, providing effective team leadership, including information flow to and from the customer during project work. Develops and implements quality plans and method statements. Monitors the effectiveness of installations and ensures that appropriate recommendations for change are made.

Systems installation/decommissioning: Levels 6-7

This skill is not typically observed when working at these levels of responsibility.