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Weld rail using aluminothermic welding process

Weld rail using aluminothermic welding process

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIW3015
State Code
AVH35
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
030711 - Boilermaking And Welding
Original Release Date
23/02/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to weld rail using the aluminothermic welding process in accordance with safeworking and regulatory requirements, and workplace procedures.It includes preparing and planning the welding method, preparing the rail for aluminothermic welding, carrying out the welding process, checking weld conformance and completing required documentation.People achieving competence in this unit will need to fulfil the applicable state/territory legislated rail safety and to comply with relevant codes of practice and/or guidelines.Work is performed under some supervision, generally within a team environment. It involves the application of routine operational principles and procedures when welding rail using the aluminothermic welding technique, as part of workplace activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian rail system.Operators of mechanised equipment must have undertaken training and, where appropriate, hold the relevant licence, permit or certificate and be recognised as competent for the class of machinery being used.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare and plan welding method
  • 1.1 Work requirements are determined to identify scope of work and resources required
  • 1.2 Welding equipment and consumables are prepared and checked for serviceability
  • 1.3 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and control measures are implemented
  • 1.4 Site is cleared of obstructions and combustible material to minimise risk of accidents and fire
  • 1.5 Firefighting and other safety equipment is organised, checked and located in accordance with required regulations
  • 1.6 Personnel are briefed about safety precautions specific to aluminothermic welding as required to minimise risk of injury
2 Prepare rail for welding
  • 2.1 Location of weld is identified and assessed in accordance with standards and procedures
  • 2.2 Track is prepared for welding in accordance with workplace standards and procedures
  • 2.3 Rail is prepared for welding in accordance with workplace standards and procedures
3 Carry out welding process
  • 3.1 Moulds are fitted and luted to standard to prevent leakage of the molten reaction
  • 3.2 Rails are pre-heated to standard to prevent heat loss
  • 3.3 Rails are welded using aluminothermic method in accordance with approved procedures
  • 3.4 Welding equipment is removed according to approved procedures
  • 3.5 Excess material is removed from weld in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.6 Rail profile is restored to standard using rail profile grinder in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.7 Arrangements are made for track to be restored
4 Check weld conformance
  • 4.1 Finished ground weld area is visually inspected for surface finish and defects
  • 4.2 Finished ground weld area is checked for conformance to rail profile and geometry acceptance standards
5 Complete documentation
  • 5.1 Required documentation and/or record keeping procedures and processes are confirmed
  • 5.2 Documentation and/or records are filled in legibly and proofread
  • 5.3 Documentation and/or records are processed in accordance with workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5384 TLIW3015A Weld rail using aluminothermic welding process Unit of competency