Unit of competency
Modification History
Release 1. This is the first release of this unit of competency in the UEE Electrotechnology Training Package. |
Application
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to install/maintain power-operated point actuating devices in rail networks. It includes preparing and installing/maintaining power-operated point actuating devices. It also includes completing installation/maintenance of power-operated point actuating device, performing operational tests and reporting requirements. Persons 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, rules and/or guidelines. No other licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Pre-requisite Unit
UEERS0013 Install and maintain train detection equipment |
Competency Field
Rail Signalling |
Unit Sector
Electrotechnology |
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 |
Prepare to install/maintain power-operated point actuating device |
1.1 |
Work health and safety (WHS)/Occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and clarified |
1.2 |
Hazards are identified, WHS/OHS risks are assessed, control measures and workplace procedures are implemented in preparation for work |
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1.3 |
Scope of the installation/maintenance is determined from maintenance schedules, job specifications, drawings and regulatory requirements |
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1.4 |
Appropriate rail safe working personnel are consulted to ensure work is coordinated effectively with others involved on the worksite |
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1.5 |
Materials needed for the installation/maintenance are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked against job specifications |
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1.6 |
Tools, equipment and testing devices needed for installation/maintenance work are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked for correct operation and safety |
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2 |
Install/maintain power-operated point actuating device |
2.1 |
WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out work are followed |
2.2 |
Installation/maintenance, cleaning, brushing and lubricating work are carried out on point actuating devices in accordance with technical and operational specifications |
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2.3 |
Adjustments to point actuating devices are made to ensure correct operation, and perway fastenings and timbers are inspected in accordance with operational specifications |
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2.4 |
Position and mounting of point actuating devices are checked in accordance with site layout and operational specifications |
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2.5 |
Installation/maintenance is performed efficiently, without waste of materials, damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy practices |
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2.6 |
Function of equipment is determined from technical data, maintenance handbooks, workplace and equipment operating procedures |
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2.7 |
Faulty, worn, damaged or insecure components are replaced, repaired or secured in accordance with technical and manufacturer specifications to ensure operational effectiveness |
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2.8 |
Equipment is inspected and tested in accordance with workplace testing procedures to ensure operational and technical requirements are achieved |
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2.9 |
Methods for dealing with unplanned situations are determined on the basis of safety and specified work outcomes |
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3 |
Complete power-operated point actuating device installation/maintenance |
3.1 |
WHS/OHS work completion risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed |
3.2 |
Documentation is completed to provide an accurate installation/maintenance record and Network Control Officer informed of work status details |
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3.3 |
Reusable, faulty or worn components are tagged and despatched for repair to maintain adequate spares |
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3.4 |
Faulty perway conditions/components are documented to provide details for corrective/follow-up action |
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3.5 |
Point actuating devices are temporarily taken out of service, instated back into service and certified in accordance with organisation requirements and workplace procedures |
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3.6 |
Maintenance work activities are recorded in accordance with organisation requirements to provide accurate records and produce relevant reports |
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. Non-essential conditions may be found in the UEE Electrotechnology Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide. |
Unit Mapping Information
This unit replaces and is equivalent to UEENEEN108A Install and maintain power operated point actuating devices. |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=b8a8f136-5421-4ce1-92e0-2b50341431b6