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Conduct tram/light rail track cleaning operations

Conduct tram/light rail track cleaning operations

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIC0073A
State Code
WG197
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
21/04/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/07/2013
Original Release Date
21/04/2013
Nominal Hours
25
Field of Education
039907 - Rail Operations
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to conduct tram/light rail track cleaning operations in accordance with approved standards, safeworking and regulatory requirements and organisational procedures. It includes preparing vehicle for operations, operating cleaning vehicle, cleaning rail track and points, disposing of waste and completing all required documentation. Licensing or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
General notes
N/A
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for operations
  • 1.1 Vehicle logbook is checked in accordance with organisational requirements
  • 1.2 Pre-operational vehicle checks are conducted
  • 1.3 Any identified faults or defects are recorded in accordance with organisational requirements
  • 1.4 Worn brushes are replaced
2 Operate cleaning vehicle on track
  • 2.1 Vehicle is driven to cleaning location and hazard warning equipment is operated in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
  • 2.2 Fleet operations are notified when on site and ready to begin cleaning operations
  • 2.3 Vehicle is correctly aligned with the track and trolley is lowered in accordance with organisational and/or manufactures requirements
  • 2.5 Brushes are switched on for operation in accordance with organisational requirements
  • 2.6 Vehicle is driven along the track and brushes are monitored for effective operation
3 Operate cleaning vehicle to clean points
  • 3.1 Correct alignment of points is verified before starting cleaning operations
  • 3.2 At least 25 metres of track prior to automatic points are cleaned in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
  • 3.3 Visual contact with assistant is maintained at all times when cleaning points
  • 3.4 Cleaning vehicle is driven through points and, when points have been changed, reversed back through the points
4 Dispose of waste
  • 4.1 Collected waste is disposed of in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
  • 4.2 Waste collection container and surrounding area of the vehicle is cleaned
5 Complete documentation
  • 5.1 Documentation is completed in accordance with organisational requirements
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Hazard warning equipment may include:
rotating lights
flashing arrow boards
reversing beepers
reversing cameras
signage
Communication equipment systems may include:
two-way radios
mobile phones
agreed audible or hand signal
Depending on the work context, safety and personal protective equipment may include:
high visibility clothing
hearing protection
gloves
sunscreen
sunglasses
safety glasses
insect repellent
safety headwear
safety footwear
portable radios/mobile phones
hand lamps
safety devices
Information/documents may include:
operational instructions, policies and workplace procedures
local authority regulations and procedures
information provided by other workplace personnel
technical instructions
manufacturer or workplace equipment instructions and operation manuals
two-way radio/mobile phone operation procedures
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable procedures and codes may include:
legislated rail safety requirements including state acts and regulations together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
relevant road regulations including state acts and regulations together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
relevant state/territory OH&S and environmental protection legislation
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 required knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Assessment must include exercises which demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:
completing pre-work checks correctly
correctly replacing brushes
correct operation when positioning the cleaning vehicle
cleaning straight track and points to required standards
cleaning out waste collection container
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 practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace
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:
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AVK19 TLIC0073 Conduct tram/light rail track cleaning operations Unit of competency
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