Unit of competency Outline
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Maintain poles and associated hardware
Maintain poles and associated hardware
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIB2034A
TLIB2034A
State Code
D4953
D4953
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/06/2012
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
08/06/2012
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to maintain poles and associated hardware in accordance with safeworking and regulatory requirements and workplace procedures, including planning for the maintenance of poles and associated hardware, preparing the worksite, conducting the maintenance of poles and associated hardware, and completing all of the work requirements. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Plan for maintenance of poles and associated hardware
- 1.1 Works order is received/accessed, analysed and confirmed, if necessary by site inspection
- 1.2 Resources required for the job are identified and scheduled
- 1.3 Replacement or additional poles, associated hardware and plant/equipment are transported to the worksite
- 1.4 Liaison and communication issues are resolved
2Prepare the worksite
- 2.1 Personnel participating in task, including plant operators and contractors, are fully briefed
- 2.2 Road signs, barriers and warning devices are positioned, and worksite protection is provided
- 2.3 Safeworking practices are observed on or about the running line/track
- 2.4 Replacement or additional poles and associated hardware are placed in planned assembly and/or pre-lift location
- 2.5 Excavation/foundation is inspected and confirmed as being in accordance with the works order or specification
3Conduct maintenance of poles and associated hardware
- 3.1 Actual maintenance requirement is confirmed by site inspection
- 3.2 Pole and associated hardware to be maintained is stabilised if necessary
- 3.3 Maintenance of pole and associated hardware is carried out in accordance with the work order and workplace standing requirements
4Complete the work
- 4.1 Worksite is rehabilitated, and work is completed in an agreed time and with minimum waste
- 4.2 System data and pole records are updated according to 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
in all relevant weather conditions
Work may be conducted:
in restricted spaces or exposed conditions
in controlled or open environments
Work may involve exposure to:
chemicals
dangerous or hazardous substances
movements of equipment, materials and vehicles
Pole types may include:
wood
concrete
steel
composite
Associated hardware may include:
insulators
crossarms
stays
earth down leads and bond wires
crossarm braces
pole steps
shackle straps
associated bolts and clamps
Maintenance requirements may be obtained from:
site inspection
works orders
workplace personnel
client requests
Maintenance may include:
removal, repair and replacement of poles
welding
chemical treatment
pole staking and rebutting
repair and cleaning of associated hardware
servicing
reinstatement
Pole stabilisation techniques may include:
back-fill consolidation
concreting
baulking
reinforcement nailing
approved steel reinforcing
temporary and permanent staywires
Methods of erection may include:
crane
auger/erector
winch A frame
Works orders may include:
drawings
plans
resource and materials lists
Resources may include:
personnel
plant
equipment
transport
Liaison may involve:
clients
authorities
landowners
personnel
Communication equipment may include:
two-way radio, and/or
telephones
Information may be provided:
electronically
in writing, via forms/documents
orally, via face-to-face communications
Safety and protective equipment may include:
high visibility clothing
hearing protection
gloves
sunscreen
sunglasses
safety glasses
insect repellent
safety headwear
safety footwear
portable radios
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:
applicable legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
relevant log or record book
maintenance notices, records and requests
local instructions
manufacturers or workplace equipment operation manuals
operational instructions, policies and workplace procedures
emergency procedure manuals
two-way radio operation procedures
emergency procedures manuals
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
applicable legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
relevant Australian Standards and related requirements
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
in all relevant weather conditions
Work may be conducted:
in restricted spaces or exposed conditions
in controlled or open environments
Work may involve exposure to:
chemicals
dangerous or hazardous substances
movements of equipment, materials and vehicles
Pole types may include:
wood
concrete
steel
composite
Associated hardware may include:
insulators
crossarms
stays
earth down leads and bond wires
crossarm braces
pole steps
shackle straps
associated bolts and clamps
Maintenance requirements may be obtained from:
site inspection
works orders
workplace personnel
client requests
Maintenance may include:
removal, repair and replacement of poles
welding
chemical treatment
pole staking and rebutting
repair and cleaning of associated hardware
servicing
reinstatement
Pole stabilisation techniques may include:
back-fill consolidation
concreting
baulking
reinforcement nailing
approved steel reinforcing
temporary and permanent staywires
Methods of erection may include:
crane
auger/erector
winch A frame
Works orders may include:
drawings
plans
resource and materials lists
Resources may include:
personnel
plant
equipment
transport
Liaison may involve:
clients
authorities
landowners
personnel
Communication equipment may include:
two-way radio, and/or
telephones
Information may be provided:
electronically
in writing, via forms/documents
orally, via face-to-face communications
Safety and protective equipment may include:
high visibility clothing
hearing protection
gloves
sunscreen
sunglasses
safety glasses
insect repellent
safety headwear
safety footwear
portable radios
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:
applicable legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
relevant log or record book
maintenance notices, records and requests
local instructions
manufacturers or workplace equipment operation manuals
operational instructions, policies and workplace procedures
emergency procedure manuals
two-way radio operation procedures
emergency procedures manuals
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
applicable legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
relevant Australian Standards and related requirements
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
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
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVK80 | TLIB2034 | Maintain poles and associated hardware | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S784 | TLI21311 | Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure | Qualification |