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Test medium/heavy track vehicle braking system

Test medium/heavy track vehicle braking system

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIB2133
State Code
AVK62
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/10/2015
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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
15
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to test the braking system on medium/heavy track vehicle/s in accordance with manufacturer specifications and/or organisational procedures.It includes planning and preparing for track vehicle brake inspecting and testing, inspecting and testing track vehicle brake operations, and completing documentation. This unit applies to people involved in testing a track vehicle braking system as part of workplace activities within the rail industry.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare for track vehicle brake inspection and testing
  • 1.1 Logbooks and other relevant documentation are checked to establish existing identified defects
  • 1.2 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and control measures are implemented
  • 1.3 Track vehicle is isolated or secured, in accordance with workplace procedures, to make the work area safe prior to inspection
2 Inspect and test track vehicle brake operation
  • 2.1 Tools and equipment required to inspect and test brake equipment are identified and obtained
  • 2.2 Visual and acoustic inspections are conducted to identify faults or defects
  • 2.3 Brakes are applied and released to ensure track vehicle braking system meets functional specifications
  • 2.4 Identified defects and faults are rectified and/or reported in accordance with manufacturer specifications and/or organisational procedures
3 Complete documentation
  • 3.1 Required documentation procedures and processes are confirmed
  • 3.2 Logbook and other service records on the track vehicle are completed in accordance with organisational procedures
  • 3.3 Documentation and records are proofread and processed in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WG194 TLIB2133A Test medium/heavy track vehicle braking system Unit of competency