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Examine track infrastructure

Examine track infrastructure

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIB3099
State Code
AVK42
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
29/01/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
23/02/2016
Field of Education
039907 - Rail Operations
Original Release Date
23/02/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to examine track and right of way infrastructure in accordance with safeworking and regulatory requirements, and workplace procedures.It includes preparing for examination, examining track and right of way, analysing examination results, and reporting findings.People achieving competence in this unit will need to fulfil the applicable state/territory legislated rail safety requirements and to comply with relevant codes of practice and/or guidelines.Work is performed under minimal supervision, generally within a team environment. It involves the application of routine operational principles and procedures when examining track infrastructure, as part of workplace activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian rail system.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for examination
  • 1.1 Examination task is reviewed to establish requirements
  • 1.2 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and control measures are implemented
  • 1.3 Equipment appropriate to task is selected and checked for correct operation in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
2 Examine track
  • 2.1 Examination task is undertaken in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Condition of track or right of way infrastructure being examined is recorded in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Measurements of track or right of way infrastructure being examined are taken and recorded in accordance with workplace procedures
3 Analyse examination results
  • 3.1 Available data is analysed to identify trends, defects or variations from allowable tolerances
  • 3.2 Appropriate action is taken to appropriately safeguard operation of the rail system
4 Report findings
  • 4.1 Examination schedule or work report data is completed in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Defects and deficiencies are reported to enable repairs to be undertaken in a timely manner
  • 4.3 Results of analysis are prioritised and reported to relevant personnel in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Documentation is completed, as required, in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D4999 TLIB3099A Examine track infrastructure Unit of competency