Unit of competency
Modification History
Release 2. This is the second release of this unit of competency in the TLI Transport and Logistics Training Package:
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Release 1. This is the first release of this unit of competency in the TLI Transport and Logistics Training Package. |
Application
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to examine concrete/masonry 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 concrete/masonry 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. |
Pre-requisite Unit
Not applicable. |
Competency Field
B – Equipment Checking and Maintenance |
Unit Sector
Rail sector. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENTS |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
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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 |
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1.3 |
Relevant personnel are contacted to identify reported complaints or indications of wear or damage |
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2 |
Perform detailed examination |
2.1 |
Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and risk control measures are implemented |
2.2 |
Concrete and masonry structures and components are visually inspected and checked for signs of movement, deterioration and damage in accordance with workplace procedures |
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2.3 |
Relevant inspection aids are used to perform detailed inspection to identify defects in accordance with workplace procedures |
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2.4 |
Defects or deficiencies are identified in accordance with workplace procedures |
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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 |
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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 |
Foundation Skills
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency. |
Range of Conditions
Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment. |
Unit Mapping Information
This unit replaces and is equivalent to TLIB3098A Examine concrete/masonry structures. |
Links
Companion Volume Implementation Guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=df441c6e-213d-43e3-874c-0b3f7036d851