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 train detection equipment in a rail network. It includes preparing and installing/maintaining train detection equipment. It also includes completing the installation/maintenance of train detection equipment and repairing faults, 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 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
UEERS0010 Install and maintain rail signalling power supplies UEERS0011 Install and maintain rail track circuit leads and bonds |
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 train detection equipment |
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 assessed, and control measures and workplace procedures 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 person/s is 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 work 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 train detection equipment |
2.1 |
WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out work are followed |
2.2 |
Installation/maintenance work is carried out in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures |
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2.3 |
Normal function and operating parameters are confirmed in accordance with appropriate manuals, job specifications and commissioning data |
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2.4 |
Fault-finding and diagnostic techniques are used to verify system/faults |
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2.5 |
Faulty, damaged or insecure components are replaced/repaired or secured in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures |
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2.6 |
Installation/maintenance, adjusting and testing work is carried out efficiently, without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy practices |
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2.7 |
Appropriate readings are measured and recorded using relevant test instruments |
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2.8 |
Equipment is tested and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer specifications, workplace and equipment operating procedures |
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2.9 |
Equipment operational inspections and tests are completed in accordance with job specifications and workplace procedures |
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2.10 |
Methods for dealing with unplanned situations are determined on the basis of safety and specified work outcomes |
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3 |
Complete train detection equipment installation/maintenance |
3.1 |
WHS/OHS risk control work completion measures and workplace procedures are followed |
3.2 |
Calibration of equipment is verified and equipment is confirmed by functional tests in accordance with workplace and equipment operating procedures |
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3.3 |
Work completion is documented and appropriate rail safe working person/s notified in accordance with workplace procedures and relevant reports produced |
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 UEENEEN109A Install and maintain train detection equipment. |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=b8a8f136-5421-4ce1-92e0-2b50341431b6