Unit of competency Outline
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Test rail using ultrasonic equipment
Test rail using ultrasonic equipment
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIS3010A
TLIS3010A
State Code
D5348
D5348
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/10/2014
Field of Education
039907 - Rail Operations
Original Release Date
31/10/2014
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to test plain rail and field welds using ultrasonic equipment in accordance with approved standards, safeworking and regulatory requirements and workplace procedures. It includes determining test requirements, conducting testing using hand directed equipment, conducting visual examination and measurement of welds, identifying and classifying defects, and completing all required documentation. Licensing or certification requirements are not applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Determine test requirements
- 1.1 Test site is identified and prepared using appropriate procedures and materials
- 1.2 Preparation processes are carried out in accordance with the relevant procedures, statutory and OH&S requirements
2Conduct testing using hand directed equipment
- 2.1 The most appropriate ultrasonic test for the application is selected
- 2.2 Testing equipment is selected and prepared in accordance with standards and/or procedures
- 2.3 Ultrasonic test is carried out in accordance with relevant standards, specifications and OH&S requirements
- 2.4 Ultrasonic testing equipment is checked for proper function, maintained and stored in accordance with procedures, OH&S requirements and manufacturer instructions
3Conduct visual examination and measurement of rail and welds
- 3.1 Rail or weld is visually assessed for obvious defects
- 3.2 New welds are assessed for alignment and adjustment tolerance in accordance with standards and/or procedures
- 3.3 Weld repairs are assessed for alignment tolerance in accordance with standards and/or procedures
4Identify and classify defects
- 4.1 Indications are assessed and defects detected in accordance with standards and/or procedures
- 4.2 Defects are classified in accordance with standards and/or procedures
- 4.3 Defective welds and weld repairs are marked in accordance with standards and/or procedures
5Complete documentation
- 5.1 Test results are reported in accordance with standards and/or procedures
- 5.2 Required documentation is completed in accordance with workplace 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.
Operations may be conducted:
by day or night
weather conditions specified in relevant standards
Work may be conducted in:
restricted spaces
exposed conditions
controlled or open environments
Work may involve exposure to:
chemicals
dangerous or hazardous substances
movements of equipment, goods and vehicles
Types of ultrasonic test and/or visual examination and measurement may vary according to:
location
rail mass or type
weld type
test requirement
Weld type may include:
new aluminothermic welds
flashbutt welds
head repair welds using wirefeed or 'stick' welding process
Test requirements may include:
acceptance testing (ultrasonic, geometric alignment and visual) of new aluminothermic welds
acceptance testing (ultrasonic, geometric alignment and visual) of new flashbutt welds
acceptance testing (ultrasonic, geometric alignment and visual) of new head repair welds
ultrasonic testing of plain rail and welds
Equipment may include:
ultrasonic testing units
ultrasonic probes
alignment gauges
tape measures
Materials may include:
coupling medium
marking pens/paint
Liaison may include:
internal or external personnel from other work areas (e.g. train controllers, electricians)
Communications equipment may include:
two-way radios
telephones/mobile phones
agreed audible or hand signal
Depending on work context, safety and personal protective equipment may include:
high visibility clothing
hearing protection
gloves
sunscreen
sunglasses
safety glasses
insect repellent
safety headwear
safety footwear
portable radios/mobile phones
hand lamps
flags
safety devices
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
Information/documents may include:
operational instructions, policies and workplace procedures
information provided by other workplace personnel
rail inspections and reports
relevant logs or record books
work orders
technical instructions
manufacturers or workplace equipment instructions and operation manuals
emergency procedure manuals
two-way radio/mobile phone operation procedures
QA plans, data and document control
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable procedures and codes may include:
legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each applicable state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
relevant state/territory regulations, codes of practice and safeworking system requirements
relevant Australian Standards and related requirements, including AS 4292
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Operations may be conducted:
by day or night
weather conditions specified in relevant standards
Work may be conducted in:
restricted spaces
exposed conditions
controlled or open environments
Work may involve exposure to:
chemicals
dangerous or hazardous substances
movements of equipment, goods and vehicles
Types of ultrasonic test and/or visual examination and measurement may vary according to:
location
rail mass or type
weld type
test requirement
Weld type may include:
new aluminothermic welds
flashbutt welds
head repair welds using wirefeed or 'stick' welding process
Test requirements may include:
acceptance testing (ultrasonic, geometric alignment and visual) of new aluminothermic welds
acceptance testing (ultrasonic, geometric alignment and visual) of new flashbutt welds
acceptance testing (ultrasonic, geometric alignment and visual) of new head repair welds
ultrasonic testing of plain rail and welds
Equipment may include:
ultrasonic testing units
ultrasonic probes
alignment gauges
tape measures
Materials may include:
coupling medium
marking pens/paint
Liaison may include:
internal or external personnel from other work areas (e.g. train controllers, electricians)
Communications equipment may include:
two-way radios
telephones/mobile phones
agreed audible or hand signal
Depending on work context, safety and personal protective equipment may include:
high visibility clothing
hearing protection
gloves
sunscreen
sunglasses
safety glasses
insect repellent
safety headwear
safety footwear
portable radios/mobile phones
hand lamps
flags
safety devices
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
Information/documents may include:
operational instructions, policies and workplace procedures
information provided by other workplace personnel
rail inspections and reports
relevant logs or record books
work orders
technical instructions
manufacturers or workplace equipment instructions and operation manuals
emergency procedure manuals
two-way radio/mobile phone operation procedures
QA plans, data and document control
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable procedures and codes may include:
legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each applicable state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
relevant state/territory regulations, codes of practice and safeworking system requirements
relevant Australian Standards and related requirements, including AS 4292
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation
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
Assessment must include exercises which demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:
determining test requirements
conducting testing using hand directed equipment
conducting visual examination and measurement of rail and welds
classifying defects
completing documentation
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 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
Assessment must include exercises which demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:
determining test requirements
conducting testing using hand directed equipment
conducting visual examination and measurement of rail and welds
classifying defects
completing documentation
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 at the registered training organisation, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVH72 | TLIS3010 | Test rail using ultrasonic equipment | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S790 | TLI32511 | Certificate III in Rail Infrastructure | Qualification |