Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Components may include:
rail sweeps
tamping tools and work heads
trolleys
lasers
satellites
lifting units, including third arm
clamps
lifting and lining systems
ploughs
Work stations may include:
drive station
front tower
main operator station
laser operation station
external work station and ground person
data input
Environmental hazards may include:
dust
noise
oil or fuel spills
environmentally sensitive sites
hazardous substances
Risks to rail infrastructure may include:
degrading ballast
sleeper damage or movement
rail damage
track geometry
fastener damage
drainage
structures
formation
signage/track survey monuments
signalling equipment
in-track and trackside equipment
damage to adjacent line
damage/fouling points and crossings
level crossings
damage to external assets
Communication systems may include:
two-way radios
telephones, including mobile phones
agreed audible or hand signals
Depending on work context, safety and PPE may include:
high visibility clothing
hearing protection
gloves
sunscreen
sunglasses
safety glasses
dust mask
insect repellent
safety headwear
safety footwear
portable radios and mobile phones
hand lamps
flags
safety devices
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, organisational procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
workplace procedures
established procedures
Information and documents may include:
operational instructions, policies and workplace procedures
local authority regulations and procedures
technical instructions
manufacturer or workplace equipment instructions and operation manuals
emergency procedure manuals
two-way radio or mobile telephone operation procedures
Applicable procedures and codes may include:
relevant state and territory legislation relating to:
environmental protection
OH&S
rail safety

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
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