Unit of competency Outline
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Propel and operate light on-track equipment
Propel and operate light on-track equipment
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIC2059A
TLIC2059A
State Code
S8282
S8282
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/11/2014
Field of Education
039907 - Rail Operations
Original Release Date
04/11/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to propel and operate light on-track equipment. Light on-track equipment is considered to be less than 10 tonnes that may be lifted on or off track mechanically. Light on-track equipment requires a basic operator skill level in manipulation, coordination, alignment and functional activity, with little complexity or variance in overall activity. This typically covers equipment carrying out basic repetitive and alignment type activities.Persons achieving competence in this unit will need to meet organisational requirements to operate each individual piece of equipment.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Perform pre-operational equipment checks
- 1.1 Detailed pre-operational equipment checks are conducted according to manufacturer specifications and organisational procedures
- 1.2 If applicable, log books are checked and completed accurately in accordance with organisational requirements and manufacturer specification
- 1.3 Problems with equipment are identified and rectified in accordance with workplace procedures
- 1.4 Identified problems are reported and documented in accordance with organisational procedures
2 Obtain approval to place equipment on track
- 2.1 Protection officer or person in charge of work (PICOW) is contacted to obtain approval to place light on-track equipment on track and move to designated location in accordance with network owner’s procedures
3 Operate light equipment on track
- 3.1 Equipment is travelled to designated location in accordance with network owner’s procedures
- 3.2 Equipment is prepared for work
- 3.3 Equipment is operated in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with the relevant codes of practice, safeworking systems, manufacturer and organisational procedures
- 3.4 Equipment is operated to meet organisational standards and specifications
- 3.5 If applicable, warning systems are monitored and responded to appropriately during operation
4 Stable or off track equipment
- 4.1 Protection officer or PICOW is contacted to direct where and when to stable or off track equipment
- 4.2 Equipment is propelled to nominated stabling or off-track location
- 4.3 Equipment is stabled or off tracked as directed
- 4.4 Protection officer or PICOW is contacted and informed when the light on-track equipment is stabled or off tracked
- 4.5 Equipment is left stored in appropriate manner and location to ensure security and protection of equipment
5 Perform post-operational equipment procedures
- 5.1 Post-operational equipment checks are conducted according to manufacturer specifications and organisational procedures to identify defects and maintenance requirements
- 5.2 Identified problems are reported in accordance with organisational procedures
- 5.3 Post-operating service schedules are conducted according to organisational procedures
6 Complete documentation
- 6.1 If applicable, log books are checked and completed
- 6.2 Required documentation is completed in accordance with organisational procedures
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Light on-track equipment may include:
spike pullers (ride on)
spike drivers
ballast scarifiers
multi-spindle borers
small sleeper spacers
dog screw setters/drivers
power track jacks
various fastening applicators
joint lifters
rail-mounted compressors
profile grinders
Liaison may include:
protection officer
PICOW
fellow workers
Communication systems may include:
two-way radios
radio headsets
telephones, including mobile phones
agreed audible or hand signals
Depending on work context, safety and personal protective equipment may include:
high visibility clothing
hearing protection
gloves
sunscreen
safety glasses
insect repellent
safety headwear
safety footwear
portable radios and mobile phones
hand lamps
flags
safety devices
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, organisational procedures may be known as:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
workplace procedures
established procedures
Information and documents may include:
relevant legislated rail safety requirements, including acts and regulations from each applicable state or territory
operational instructions
organisational policies and procedures
relevant log and/or record book
maintenance notices, records and requests
local authority regulations and procedures
technical instructions
manufacturer or workplace equipment instructions and operation manuals
emergency procedure manuals
two-way radio or mobile telephone operation procedures
legislation and industrial agreements, including workplace agreements and awards
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Light on-track equipment may include:
spike pullers (ride on)
spike drivers
ballast scarifiers
multi-spindle borers
small sleeper spacers
dog screw setters/drivers
power track jacks
various fastening applicators
joint lifters
rail-mounted compressors
profile grinders
Liaison may include:
protection officer
PICOW
fellow workers
Communication systems may include:
two-way radios
radio headsets
telephones, including mobile phones
agreed audible or hand signals
Depending on work context, safety and personal protective equipment may include:
high visibility clothing
hearing protection
gloves
sunscreen
safety glasses
insect repellent
safety headwear
safety footwear
portable radios and mobile phones
hand lamps
flags
safety devices
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, organisational procedures may be known as:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
workplace procedures
established procedures
Information and documents may include:
relevant legislated rail safety requirements, including acts and regulations from each applicable state or territory
operational instructions
organisational policies and procedures
relevant log and/or record book
maintenance notices, records and requests
local authority regulations and procedures
technical instructions
manufacturer or workplace equipment instructions and operation manuals
emergency procedure manuals
two-way radio or mobile telephone operation procedures
legislation and industrial agreements, including workplace agreements and awards
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated by consistently meeting the requirements of the critical aspects for assessment over a period of time by means of evidence of work performed in a log book or similar documentation.
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated by consistently meeting the requirements of the critical aspects for assessment over a period of time by means of evidence of work performed in a log book or similar documentation.
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVK12 | TLIC2059 | Propel and operate light on-track equipment | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S784 | TLI21311 | Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure | Qualification |
| J535 | TLI22213 | Certificate II in Tram or Light Rail Infrastructure | Qualification |