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 vital relay interlocking systems in a rail network. It includes preparing and installing/maintaining vital relay interlocking system. It also includes completing the installation/maintenance of vital relay interlocking system, repairing system 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
UEERS0005 Install and maintain active level crossing equipment UEERS0009 Install and maintain power-operated point actuating devices UEERS0012 Install and maintain trackside signal and train protection 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 vital relay interlocking system |
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 are implemented in preparation for work |
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1.3 |
Scope of installation/maintenance work is determined from 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 to minimise traffic disruptions |
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1.5 |
Materials needed for 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 vital relay interlocking system |
2.1 |
WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out the work are followed |
2.2 |
Visual inspection of installation wiring and equipment is carried out to identify damaged or faulty equipment |
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2.3 |
Damaged or faulty component/s identified during inspection is replaced in accordance with technical instructions, manufacturer specifications and workplace maintenance procedures |
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2.4 |
Installation/maintenance is performed efficiently, without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy practices |
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2.5 |
Systems are investigated using appropriate fault-finding and diagnostic techniques to identify faults |
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2.6 |
Fault circuit indicators and maintenance records are used to assist in the identification of electrical faults |
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2.7 |
Repairs, replacement and/or adjustment of equipment/systems are carried out using appropriate tools and test equipment to ensure equipment/systems function to relevant technical and operational standards |
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2.8 |
Faulty, worn, damaged or insecure components are repaired/replaced or secured whilst ensuring system safety integrity is maintained in accordance with technical and/or manufacturer specifications |
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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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2.10 |
Vital relay interlocking system is inspected and tested in accordance with workplace test procedures and relevant equipment is used to ensure it operates within specified technical parameters |
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3 |
Complete vital relay interlocking system installation/maintenance |
3.1 |
WHS/OHS work completion risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed |
3.2 |
Reusable, faulty and worn components are tagged and despatched for repair in accordance with workplace procedures |
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3.3 |
Maintenance work activities are recorded in accordance with workplace procedures and organisation requirements |
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3.4 |
Documentation, including component faults test results, authorisations and permits, is completed to provide an accurate database and facilitate follow-up action 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 UEENEEN112A Install and maintain vital relay interlocking systems. |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=b8a8f136-5421-4ce1-92e0-2b50341431b6