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Apply awareness of tram or light rail track fundamentals

Apply awareness of tram or light rail track fundamentals

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIB2125
State Code
AVK65
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
039907 - Rail Operations
Original Release Date
23/02/2016
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply an awareness of tram or light rail fundamentals.It includes identifying tram or light rail track terminology, track and system components, and the tools and equipment used on or around tram or light rail track.People achieving competence in this unit will need to fulfil the applicable state/territory legislated rail safety requirements and to comply with relevant codes of practice and/or guidelines.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify tram or light rail track and structures terminology and components
  • 1.1 Terminology related to tram or light rail track and structures infrastructure is identified
  • 1.2 Main components of tram or light rail track and structures are identified
2 Identify tram or light rail track components
  • 2.1 Track components and their purpose are identified and explained
  • 2.2 Tram crossing types and components are identified and their purpose is explained
  • 2.3 Manual, electrical and spring-operated points are identified and their use is explained
3 Identify tram or light rail electrical system features
  • 3.1 Overhead trolley system components, voltages and exclusion zones are identified and explained
  • 3.2 Below ground electrical system is identified and explained
  • 3.3 Reporting procedures and protocols for identified electrical system faults and defects are explained
4 Identify tram or light rail tools and equipment
  • 4.1 Tools and equipment for tram or light rail track installation and maintenance are identified
  • 4.2 Track machines for tram or light rail track installation and maintenance are identified
5 Identify tram or light rail track and system faults or problems
  • 5.1 Possible faults for tram or light rail track and system are identified
  • 5.2 Reporting procedures and protocols for identified track and system faults are explained
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WG189 TLIB2125A Apply awareness of tram or light rail track fundamentals Unit of competency