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Examine steel structures

Examine steel structures

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIB3088
State Code
AVK46
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
030903 - Structural Engineering
Original Release Date
23/02/2016
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to examine steel structures in accordance with safeworking and regulatory requirements, and workplace procedures.It includes obtaining all relevant previous reports, performing a detailed examination, initiating appropriate necessary actions and completing all required documentation.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.Work is performed under minimal supervision, generally within a team environment.It involves the application of routine operational principles and procedures when conducting a detailed steel structures examination, as part of workplace activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian rail system.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Obtain previous reports
  • 1.1 Operational history of structure from available sources is reviewed
  • 1.2 Previous defects identified in reports are noted to enable rechecking of problem areas
  • 1.3 Relevant personnel are contacted to identify reported complaints or indications of wear or damage
2 Perform detailed examination
  • 2.1 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and risk control measures are implemented
  • 2.2 Steel structures and components are visually inspected and checked for signs of buckling, cracking, corrosion, deterioration and damage in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Connections between steel components are visually inspected and checked for signs of wear, looseness, cracking, corrosion, deterioration and damage in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Protective coatings on steel structures and components are visually inspected and checked for condition
  • 2.5 Relevant inspection aids are used to perform detailed inspection to identify defects in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.6 Defects or deficiencies are identified in accordance with workplace procedures
3 Take appropriate actions
  • 3.1 Major defects affecting safe passage are acted on as soon as possible in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Defects and deficiencies are reported to enable repairs to be conducted in a timely manner
4 Complete documentation
  • 4.1 Examination schedule or work report data is completed in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Documentation on work undertaken is completed and processed in accordance with workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D4995 TLIB3088A Examine steel structures Unit of competency