Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to identify the principles of self-propelled rail grinder operations. The unit provides an introduction to self-propelled rail grinders and is not to be used for their operation, which must be covered by individual certification for the particular machine. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit. |
Application of the Unit
Operators of self-propelled rail grinders must have undertaken training and hold the relevant licence, permit or certificate and be recognised as competent for each type of machinery being used. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 Determine components and work stations of self-propelled rail grinders |
1.1 Components and where applicable individual work stations of self-propelled rail grinders are identified 1.2 Purpose of the identified components and work stations is identified 1.3 Associated hazards of each component and appropriate control methods are identified |
2 Identify, basic functions of self-propelled rail grinders |
2.1 Purposes of the machine are identified 2.2 Methods by which the self-propelled rail grinder profiles the rail to meet network owner’s standards are identified |
3 Identify hazards and risks associated with self-propelled rail grinder operations |
3.1 Environmental risks are identified 3.2 Risks to the rail infrastructure are identified |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS |
This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit. |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package. |
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. |
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Components may include: |
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Risks to rail infrastructure may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Competency Field
W – Equipment and Systems Operations |