Unit of competency Outline
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22/07/2026 7:12 AM AWST
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Grind rail on tram/light rail systems
Grind rail on tram/light rail systems
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIW3042A
TLIW3042A
State Code
WG248
WG248
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
15
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to grind rail welds and faults on tram/light rail systems in accordance with approved standards, safeworking and regulatory requirements, and organisational procedures.It includes determining job requirements, grinding weld and/or weld repair, grinding rail to repair surface defects, and completing all required documentation. Licensing or certification requirements are not applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
- 1.1 New welds and weld repairs are located
- 1.2 Corrugations on the rail are identified
- 1.3 Appropriate equipment is selected
- 1.4 Appropriate repair method and/or profile is selected to ensure completed work will meet specifications
- 1.5 Site is cleared of obstructions and combustible material
2 Grind weld repair
- 2.1 Rail and check rail are ground to profile using approved equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
- 2.2 Grinding equipment is operated safely in accordance with occupational health and safety (OH&S) and environmental requirements
- 2.3 Rail profile and vertical and horizontal alignment are measured to ensure compliance with acceptance standards
- 2.5 Rail surface condition is assessed for compliance with acceptance standards
3 Grind rail to repair corrugations
- 3.1 Rail is ground using approved equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
- 3.2 Grinding equipment is operated safely in accordance with OH&S and environmental requirements
- 3.3 Finished surface is checked to ensure compliance with specification
4 Re-profile rail
- 4.1 Rail is re-profiled using approved equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
- 4.2 Equipment is operated safely in accordance with OH&S and environmental requirements
- 4.3 Finished surface is checked to ensure ground profile complies with organisational requirements and specifications
5 Complete documentation
- 5.1 Documentation is completed in accordance with organisational requirements
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Type and rate of grinding may vary according to:
location
purpose of grinding
Equipment may include:
hand held grinders
rail profile grinders
ride on rail profile grinders
hand tools
gauges
electronic rail profiler
Measuring equipment may include:
straight edge
electronic straight edge
profile gauge
Materials may include:
grinding wheels
Liaison may include:
internal or external personnel from other work areas (e.g. signallers/controllers, electricians)
Communication equipment systems may include:
two-way radios
telephones/mobile phones
agreed audible or hand signal
Depending on the work context, safety and personal protective equipment may include:
high visibility clothing
hearing protection
gloves
sunscreen
sunglasses
safety glasses
insect repellent
safety headwear
fire retardant clothing and overgear (aprons, spats etc.)
face shields
safety footwear
portable radios/mobile phones
hand lamps
flags
safety devices
Information/documents may include:
operational instructions, policies and workplace procedures
local authority regulations and procedures
information provided by other workplace personnel
track inspection reports
work orders
technical instructions
manufacturer or workplace equipment instructions and operation manuals
two-way radio/mobile phone operation procedures
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable procedures and codes may include:
legislated rail safety requirements including state acts and regulations together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
relevant state/territory OH&S and environmental protection legislation
Type and rate of grinding may vary according to:
location
purpose of grinding
Equipment may include:
hand held grinders
rail profile grinders
ride on rail profile grinders
hand tools
gauges
electronic rail profiler
Measuring equipment may include:
straight edge
electronic straight edge
profile gauge
Materials may include:
grinding wheels
Liaison may include:
internal or external personnel from other work areas (e.g. signallers/controllers, electricians)
Communication equipment systems may include:
two-way radios
telephones/mobile phones
agreed audible or hand signal
Depending on the work context, safety and personal protective equipment may include:
high visibility clothing
hearing protection
gloves
sunscreen
sunglasses
safety glasses
insect repellent
safety headwear
fire retardant clothing and overgear (aprons, spats etc.)
face shields
safety footwear
portable radios/mobile phones
hand lamps
flags
safety devices
Information/documents may include:
operational instructions, policies and workplace procedures
local authority regulations and procedures
information provided by other workplace personnel
track inspection reports
work orders
technical instructions
manufacturer or workplace equipment instructions and operation manuals
two-way radio/mobile phone operation procedures
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable procedures and codes may include:
legislated rail safety requirements including state acts and regulations together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
relevant state/territory OH&S and environmental protection legislation
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 required knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Assessment must include exercises which demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:
identifying job requirements
operating grinding equipment safely
grinding welds and weld repairs using appropriate grinding wheel speed and rate of metal removal
grinding rail to repair surface defects
completing documentation correctly
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
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
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 required knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Assessment must include exercises which demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:
identifying job requirements
operating grinding equipment safely
grinding welds and weld repairs using appropriate grinding wheel speed and rate of metal removal
grinding rail to repair surface defects
completing documentation correctly
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
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVH29 | TLIW3042 | Grind rail on tram/light rail systems | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J538 | TLI32913 | Certificate III in Tram or Light Rail Infrastructure | Qualification |