Assessor Resource

SUGTOTE2A
Operate tamping equipment

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Not applicable.

This is a Specialist unit. It covers the skills and knowledge required to operate tamping equipment used to lift and pack track. It can apply to both construction of new track and repair of existing track.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Employability Skills

Not applicable.



Evidence Required

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The assessment process must address all of the following items of evidence.

Ability to:

1. Interpret workplace information such as drawings and related instructions to identify the project requirements

2. Estimate material requirements for a given project

3. Assess operational status of tamper and carry out pre-operational checks

4. Operate tamper to apply and compact ballast and lift and align track to meet design and construction specifications

5. Monitor track laying. This includes confirming that the following meet construction specifications:

Spread and depth of ballast

Compaction

Track line

Final dressing application and trim

6. Identify faults in operation of equipment

7. Take corrective action in response to abnormal or unacceptable performance

8. Use appropriate communication methods and equipment

9. Report and/or record corrective action as required

10. Maintain work area to meet housekeeping standards

Knowledge of:

11. Relevant state OHS legislation, standards and codes of practice relating to work responsibilities

12. Understanding of the steps involved in constructing/repairing track

13. Functions and basic operating principles of tamper equipment. This includes the layout and purpose of major air, hydraulic, mechanical and electrical systems as relevant to equipment. It also includes an understanding of operational checks and operating capacity of equipment

14. Track construction specifications

15. The impact of tamper operation on related track laying operations

16. Factors that can affect the tamper operation

17. Common problems related to tamping and corrective action required

18. Traffic control signage, communication and procedures

19. Safe work procedures including awareness of health and safety hazards related to track laying and associated control measures. This includes safe manual handling procedures

20. Purpose and limitations of protective clothing and equipment

21. Environmental issues and controls

22. Requirements to liaise/advise related work areas

23. Housekeeping standards for the work area

24. Reporting and recording systems

Relationship with other standards

Pre-requisite units

There are no pre-requisite units for this competency standard.

Co-assessment of related units

A tamper operator may also require competence in:

Operate on-track self-propelled equipment

Operate a process control interface (where tamper is computer controlled)

Other units of competency relevant to the work role should be assessed in conjunction with this unit.

Resources required for assessment

Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to:

Site and related project information

Relevant codes of practice and industry standards

Tamper and related equipment

Materials handling equipment and relevant hand and power tools

Operating procedures and related advice on equipment operation

Ballast

Track work

Personal protective clothing and equipment

Communication systems and equipment

Housekeeping standards and procedures

Workplace information recording systems, requirements and procedures

Assessment requirements

For information on how to assess this competency standard and who can assess, refer to the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Not applicable.

The range statement indicates the context for demonstrating competence. This statement is a guide and unless otherwise indicated, items may or may not apply as required by the work context.

Work is carried out in accordance with company policies and procedures, licensing requirements, legislative requirements, codes of practice and industrial awards and agreements. Codes of practice include the Sugar Milling Operations Industry Code of Practice and sugar industry codes of practice related to cane railway and transport operations

Workplace information can include drawings, plans and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Cane railway network features and their characteristics may include main and branch lines, yards, sidings, loops, dump points and pads; and road transport delivery points where relevant

Information systems may be print or screen based

Equipment may include tamper and related attachments

Confirming equipment status involves conducting relevant pre-start checks, confirming that all safety guards and equipment is ready and safe to operate

Work may require the ability to work within a team environment

Communication methods may include use of two-way radios

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
The location and scope of work are identified 
Materials required to complete the work are confirmed and available 
Equipment status is confirmed and pre-operational checks are carried out 
Personal protective equipment is selected, correctly fitted and used 
Safety procedures are followed to confirm that work is clearly signed and relevant authorities are advised that work is in progress 
Site is inspected prior to commencing work to identify and remove potential hazards 
Ballast hopper is operated to supply an even flow of ballast to the specified thickness 
Tamper equipment is operated to lift, line track and pack ballast to specification 
Track is dressed by final ballast spread and trimmed to meet the specified profile 
Track is inspected to confirm that design and construction specifications are met 
Operating data and plant operating conditions are analysed to identify causes of abnormal performance 
Hazards are identified and reported as required according to workplace reporting procedure 
Corrective action is taken in accordance with workplace in response to Hazards and abnormal or unacceptable equipment performance 
Emergency procedures are implemented as required according to workplace procedures and manufacturer's recommendations 
The construction area is cleared of debris 
Unused materials are stored as required 
Equipment is shut down and parked according to workplace requirements 
Tools, plant and equipment is cleaned and stored as required 
Workplace information is recorded according to workplace recording requirements 

Forms

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