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Identify the principles of ballast cleaning operations

Identify the principles of ballast cleaning operations

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIW2028
State Code
AVH46
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
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
23/02/2016
Nominal Hours
5
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to identify the principles of ballast cleaning operations.It includes determining components and work stations of ballast cleaning machines, identifying ballast cleaning functions, and identifying hazards and risks associated with ballast cleaning operations.The unit provides an introduction to ballast cleaning and is not to be used for their operation, which must be covered by individual certification for the particular machine.Operators of ballast cleaning machines must have undertaken training and hold the relevant licence, permit or certificate and be recognised as competent for each type of machinery being used.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine components and work stations of ballast cleaning machines
  • 1.1 Ballast cleaning machine components and individual work stations are identified
  • 1.2 Purpose of identified components and individual work stations is explained
  • 1.3 Associated hazards of each component and appropriate control methods are identified
2 Identify ballast cleaning functions
  • 2.1 Purposes of ballast cleaning are identified
  • 2.2 Method is identified by which the machine completes ballast cleaning operations in accordance with network owner’s standards
3 Identify hazards and risks associated with ballast cleaning operations
  • 3.1 Environmental hazards are identified
  • 3.2 Potential risks to the rail infrastructure are identified
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S8328 TLIW2028A Identify the principles of ballast cleaning operations Unit of competency