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Install pre-ballast

Install pre-ballast

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPSUG1001
State Code
OAM00
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/04/2019
Field of Education
039907 - Rail Operations
Original Release Date
18/04/2019
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for and lay pre-ballast.The unit applies to individuals who work under supervision installing pre-ballast in preparation for laying railway track for a cane haulage system in the sugar industry.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare work
  • 1.1 Identify the location and scope of work according to job specifications
  • 1.2 Organise materials required to complete the work
  • 1.3 Confirm equipment operational and safety status
  • 1.4 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment according to workplace safety procedures
  • 1.5 Confirm that work is clearly signed, and advise relevant authorities that work is in progress according to workplace safety procedures
  • 1.6 Identify and remove potential hazards from site before starting work
2. Set out base and run pre-ballast
  • 2.1 Set out base and foundation from off-set pegs to centre line and width for ballast according to track design and specifications
  • 2.2 Apply pre-ballast evenly to meet specified thickness
  • 2.3 Compact pre-ballast to meet specifications
3. Complete work
  • 3.1 Clear the construction area of debris according to workplace procedures and safety requirements
  • 3.2 Store unused materials according to workplace procedures, and safety requirements
  • 3.3 Clean and store tools, plant and equipment according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WD826 FDFSUG101A Install pre-ballast Unit of competency
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