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.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:

the underpinning knowledge and skills

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

Assessment must include exercises which demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:

preparing for examination

examining track and right of way

analysing examination results

reporting findings

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

Method of assessment

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Relevant safety, OH&S and environmental procedures and regulations

Workplace procedures for the examination, recording and reporting of track and right of way infrastructure

Track and right of way infrastructure condition standards

Problems that may occur during the examination of track and right of way

Hazards that may exist when examining track and right of way infrastructure, and ways of controlling the risks involved

Track measurement equipment and techniques

Track and right of way defects and their causes

Track deterioration rates under differing operating conditions

Data analysis techniques for the analysis of track and right of way infrastructure parameters

Relevant records procedures

Required skills:

Read and interpret instructions, procedures, information, plans, drawings and specifications relevant to the examination of track and right of way infrastructure

Read and interpret track recording data

Apply track and right of way infrastructure condition standards

Undertake track and right of way infrastructure examination tasks

Identify condition of track and right of way infrastructure

Measure, calculate and record data accurately

Analyse data and prioritise identified defects

Take appropriate action to repair or protect defects

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to the examination of track and right of way infrastructure

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Work collaboratively with others when examining track and right of way infrastructure

Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems when examining track and right of way infrastructure in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unexpected events

Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule

Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others

Identify, select and use tools

Select and use required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Operations may be conducted:

by day or night

in all relevant weather conditions

Work may involve:

exposure to chemicals, and dangerous or hazardous substances

movements of equipment, goods and vehicles

Work may be conducted in:

restricted spaces

exposed conditions

controlled or open environments

Track and right of way infrastructure may include:

track components

turnouts

formation

drainage

earthworks

trackside signs

fencing

level crossings

Examination methods may include:

visual assessment

measurement of parameters

analysis of recorded data

Examination tasks may include:

component condition and wear

geometry

clearances

stability

post irregularity examinations

special seasonal examinations

Available data may include:

previous examination results

current examination results

track recording car data

track patrol reports

work reports

track condition history

Depending on the type and seriousness of identified defects, appropriate action may include:

stop trains

speed restrictions

immediate repair action

report for programmed repair action

monitor for further deterioration

Liaison may include:

internal or external personnel from other work areas

Tools and equipment may include:

hand tools

track boards

measuring rules

gauges

electronic measuring equipment

Communication equipment may include:

two-way radios

telephones/mobile phones

agreed audible or hand signals

Safety and personal protective equipment may include:

high visibility clothing

hearing protection

gloves

sunscreen

sunglasses

safety glasses

dust mask

insect repellent

safety headwear

safety footwear

portable radios/mobile phone

hand lamps

flags

safety devices

Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established procedures

Information/documents may include:

maintenance notices, records and requests

local authority regulations and procedures

work orders

technical instructions

local instructions

manufacturers or workplace equipment operation manuals

operational instructions, policies and workplace procedures

emergency procedure manuals

two-way radio/mobile phone operation procedures

QA plans, data and document control

conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each applicable state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines

relevant state/territory regulations, codes of practice and safeworking system requirements

relevant Australian Standards and related requirements, including AS 4292

relevant state/territory OH&S legislation

relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation

Information may be provided:

electronically

in writing, via forms/documents/plans

orally, via face-to-face communications