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Conduct inspection of safeworking procedures and infrastructure

Conduct inspection of safeworking procedures and infrastructure

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIB4042
State Code
AVK29
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
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
23/02/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to conduct inspection of safeworking procedures and infrastructure in accordance with safeworking and regulatory requirements, and workplace procedures.It includes planning and preparing for inspection, inspecting safeworking infrastructure, inspecting for compliance with safeworking procedures, completing required reports and taking remedial action.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 regulatory requirements and operational principles and procedures when conducting an inspection of safeworking procedures and infrastructure, as part of workplace activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian rail system. Safeworking procedures and infrastructure inspected may include any of those in use 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 Plan and prepare for inspection
  • 1.1 Operational procedures and infrastructure to be inspected are identified
  • 1.2 Inspections are prioritised in accordance with inspection schedule and availability of required resources
  • 1.3 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and control measures are implemented
  • 1.4 Relevant instructions and information are gathered
2 Inspect safeworking infrastructure
  • 2.1 Safeworking equipment is inspected to ensure it is appropriately located and operating correctly
  • 2.2 Safeworking facilities are checked for correct operation and maintenance
3 Inspect for compliance with safeworking procedures
  • 3.1 Safeworking forms are checked for sufficient supply and correct completion
  • 3.2 Work practices of relevant rail safety workers are checked to ensure compliance with safeworking procedures
4 Complete reports and take remedial action
  • 4.1 Reports are completed and processed in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 4.2 Follow-up action is taken as required to ensure safe passage of train and equipment and is documented in accordance with safeworking procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5008 TLIB4042A Conduct inspection of safeworking procedures and infrastructure Unit of competency