Telecommunications Technical Standard (Customer Switching, Multiplexing and Ancillary Equipment for Connection to a Telecommunications Network — AS/ACIF S003) Amendment 2003 (No. 1)
The AUSTRALIAN COMMUNICATIONS AUTHORITY makes this Technical Standard under subsection 376 (1) of the Telecommunications Act 1997.
Dated 12 November 2003 R HORTON Chair A HORSLEY Deputy Chair
Australian Communications Authority
1 Name of Technical Standard
This Technical Standard is the Telecommunications Technical Standard (Customer Switching, Multiplexing and Ancillary Equipment for Connection to a Telecommunications Network — AS/ACIF S003) Amendment 2003 (No. 1).
2 Commencement
This Technical Standard commences on gazettal.
3 Amendment of Telecommunications Technical Standard (Customer Switching, Multiplexing and Ancillary Equipment for Connection to a Telecommunications Network — AS/ACIF S003) 2001
Schedule 1 amends the Telecommunications Technical Standard (Customer Switching, Multiplexing and Ancillary Equipment for Connection to a Telecommunications Network — AS/ACIF S003) 2001.
Schedule 1 Amendments
(section 3)
[1] Subsection 1 (2), at the foot
insert
Note 1 The alternative citation mentioned in subsection (2) is the name by which the AS/ACIF Standard, adopted by this Technical Standard under section 6, is usually cited. The AS/ACIF Standard was published in 2001.
Note 2 The AS/ACIF Standard, adopted by this Technical Standard, does not include any amendments made by Standards Australia and the Australian Communications Industry Forum after the commencement of this Technical Standard. If amendments are made, the terms of this Technical Standard will differ from those of the AS/ACIF Standard unless the AS/ACIF Standard amendments are adopted by the ACA.
[2] Section 4, after definition of ancillary voice equipment
insert
AS/ACIF Standard means the Australian Standard/Australian Communications Industry Forum Standard: Customer switching, multiplexing and ancillary equipment for connection to a Telecommunications Network (AS/ACIF S003:2001), published by the Australian Communications Industry Forum and Standards Australia International Limited in July 2001.
[3] Section 6
substitute
6 Standard for customer equipment
The customer equipment to which this Technical Standard applies must comply with the AS/ACIF Standard.
Overview
The Telecommunications Technical Standard (Customer Switching, Multiplexing and Ancillary Equipment for Connection to a Telecommunications Network — AS/ACIF S003) Amendment 2003 (No. 1) was introduced to update the existing telecommunications technical standard to ensure it remains current with industry developments and technological advancements. This legislative instrument was made under subsection 376(1) of the Telecommunications Act 1997 by the Australian Communications Authority (ACA), with the aim of maintaining a coherent and updated regulatory framework for equipment connected to telecommunications networks. The policy objective is to facilitate the smooth integration of new and existing telecommunications equipment, ensuring compatibility and adherence to safety and operational standards. The amendment incorporates the AS/ACIF Standard: Customer switching, multiplexing and ancillary equipment for connection to a Telecommunications Network (AS/ACIF S003:2001) as the benchmark for compliance, thereby promoting consistency and reliability in the telecommunications sector.
Scope and Application
The Telecommunications Technical Standard (Customer Switching, Multiplexing and Ancillary Equipment for Connection to a Telecommunications Network — AS/ACIF S003) Amendment 2003 (No. 1) applies to all customer equipment that is connected to a telecommunications network in Australia. This encompasses a broad range of entities, including individuals and businesses that utilise such equipment. The amendment is enacted under subsection 376(1) of the Telecommunications Act 1997, indicating its jurisdictional reach across the Commonwealth of Australia. The primary objective of this amendment is to ensure that customer equipment complies with the specified Australian Standard/Australian Communications Industry Forum Standard (AS/ACIF S003:2001), with any subsequent amendments to be adopted by the Australian Communications Authority (ACA). The technical standard commenced upon gazettement, and its application is not restricted by specific thresholds or exemptions, though it is subject to the overarching provisions of the Telecommunications Act 1997.
Key Provisions
The Telecommunications Technical Standard (Customer Switching, Multiplexing and Ancillary Equipment for Connection to a Telecommunications Network — AS/ACIF S003) Amendment 2003 (No. 1) is a legislative instrument that amends the original Telecommunications Technical Standard established in 2001. This amendment, effective from the date of its gazette (section 2), introduces modifications to ensure that customer equipment remains compliant with current industry standards. The primary operative sections (section 3) of this amendment include the insertion of a note regarding the AS/ACIF Standard's alternative citation, the definition of 'AS/ACIF Standard', and the requirement for customer equipment to adhere to the AS/ACIF Standard (section 6).
The Act imposes specific obligations on the entities governed by it. Under the amendment, any customer equipment used for switching, multiplexing, or ancillary purposes in connection to a telecommunications network must comply with the AS/ACIF Standard as specified (section 6). This requirement ensures that all equipment meets the necessary technical specifications and industry standards, thereby maintaining the integrity and functionality of the telecommunications network.
Failure to comply with the provisions of this Technical Standard can lead to various consequences. While the specific offences, penalties, or civil/criminal consequences are not detailed in the provided text, it is understood that non-compliance could potentially result in enforcement actions under the broader framework of the Telecommunications Act 1997. These actions could include fines, corrective measures, or other regulatory actions intended to ensure adherence to the established standards. The exact penalties would depend on the nature and severity of the breach, as outlined in the broader legislative context.