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Install overhead wiring structure

Install overhead wiring structure

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIS2020
State Code
AVH83
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
030909 - Transport Engineering
Original Release Date
23/02/2016
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to install overhead wiring structures in accordance with safeworking and regulatory requirements, and workplace procedures.It includes planning and preparing for installation, installing the required components to specification and completing all required documentation.Work is performed under minimal supervision, generally within a team environment.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.Operators of mechanised equipment must have undertaken training and, where appropriate, hold the relevant licence, permit or certificate and be recognised as competent for the class of machinery being used.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan installation
  • 1.1 Work requirements are determined to identify scope of work and resources required
  • 1.2 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and control measures are implemented
  • 1.3 Type of overhead wiring structure required for job is identified and organised
2 Prepare for installation
  • 2.1 Footings are prepared and excavated in accordance with rail industry standards and workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Formwork is installed in accordance with rail industry standards and workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Concrete reinforcing is installed in accordance with rail industry standards and workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Concrete is mixed and placed in accordance with rail industry standards and workplace procedures
  • 2.5 Hold down plates/bolts are placed into concrete to correct dimensions to enable fitting of overhead wiring structure
3 Install components
  • 3.1 Components are assembled onto bridge section as required in preparation for installation
  • 3.2 Masts and other components are positioned and installed as required in accordance with accepted workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Fastening systems are installed in accordance with rail industry standards to ensure the integrity of the overhead wiring structure
4 Complete documentation
  • 4.1 Required documentation procedures and processes are confirmed
  • 4.2 Documentation is filled in legibly and proofread
  • 4.3 Documentation is processed in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5336 TLIS2020A Install overhead wiring structure Unit of competency