Unit of competency Outline
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22/07/2026 6:44 PM AWST
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Operate minor track equipment
Operate minor track equipment
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIW3027A
TLIW3027A
State Code
S8337
S8337
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/11/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
04/11/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate minor track equipment. The unit covers equipment that can be manually lifted on or off track, including equipment that can be moved and operated on trolleys. Minor equipment requires a basic operator skill level in manipulation, coordination, alignment and functional activity, with little complexity or variance in overall activity. It typically covers equipment with basic repetitive and alignment type activities.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 Log books are checked and completed in accordance with organisational requirements and manufacturer specifications
- 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 on track
- 2.1 Protection officer or person in charge of work (PICOW) is contacted to obtain approval to place minor equipment on track, and move to designated track at nominated location in accordance with organisational procedures
3 Prepare, operate and monitor minor equipment on track
- 3.1 Equipment is travelled to worksite or nominated signal/yard location
- 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, and manufacturer’s and organisational procedures
- 3.4 Equipment is operated to meet organisational standards and specifications
- 3.5 Warning systems are monitored and responded to appropriately during operation
4 Remove equipment from track
- 4.1 Approval is requested from the protection officer or PICOW to direct when and where to off track equipment
- 4.2 Equipment is propelled to nominated off-track location
- 4.3 Protection officer or PICOW is contacted and informed that all equipment is off-tracked
- 4.4 Equipment is left stored in appropriate manner and location to ensure its security and protection
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 schedule is performed according to organisational procedures
6 Complete documentation
- 6.1 Log books are checked and completed accurately
- 6.2 Required documentation is completed in an accurate manner 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.
Minor track equipment may include:
dog pullers
spike drivers
ballast scarifiers
multi-spindle borers
small sleeper spacers
dog screw setters/drivers
power track jacks
various fastening applicators
joint lifters
rail-mounted compressor
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’s or workplace equipment instructions and operation manuals
emergency procedure manuals
two-way radio and mobile telephone operation procedures
quality assurance (QA) plans, data and document control
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.
Minor track equipment may include:
dog pullers
spike drivers
ballast scarifiers
multi-spindle borers
small sleeper spacers
dog screw setters/drivers
power track jacks
various fastening applicators
joint lifters
rail-mounted compressor
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’s or workplace equipment instructions and operation manuals
emergency procedure manuals
two-way radio and mobile telephone operation procedures
quality assurance (QA) plans, data and document control
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 consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
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
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
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, 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 consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
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
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
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, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVH32 | TLIW3027 | Operate minor track equipment | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S790 | TLI32511 | Certificate III in Rail Infrastructure | Qualification |
| J535 | TLI22213 | Certificate II in Tram or Light Rail Infrastructure | Qualification |