Assessor Resource

TLIS3038A
Install points and crossings

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Persons achieving competence in this unit will need to fulfil the applicable legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines.

Work is performed under some supervision, generally within a team environment. It involves the application of routine operational principles and procedures to the installation of points and crossings as part of workplace activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian rail system.

Operators of mechanised equipment must have undertaken training and, where appropriate, hold the relevant licence, permit or certificate and be recognised as competent for the class of machinery being used.

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to install points and crossings in accordance with approved standards, safeworking and regulatory requirements and workplace procedures. It includes carrying out relevant construction work on site, installing points and crossings, and completing all required documentation. Licensing or certification requirements may be applicable to this unit.

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Prerequisites

Not Applicable

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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:

assembling track layout and checking dimensions, geometry and condition of assembled track

preparing track bed according to workplace procedures

installing points and/or crossings correctly

checking for correct operation of installed points and/or crossings

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

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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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 installation of points and crossings

Problems that may occur during the installation of points and crossings, and action that can be taken to report or resolve the problems

Hazards that may exist during the installation of points and crossings, and ways of controlling the risks involved

Features and principles of operation of points and crossings

Measurement techniques

Clearances and tolerances

Rail bending techniques applied to points and crossing components

Points and crossings acceptance standards

Techniques for the installation of points and crossings

Relevant communication systems and procedures

Authorisation/approval processes and procedures

Documentation and record keeping requirements

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when installing points and crossings

Read and interpret technical data, standards and drawings relevant to the installation of points and crossings

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work when installing points and crossings

Complete documentation related to the installation of points and crossings

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Work collaboratively with others when installing points and crossings

Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems, faults or malfunctions that may occur when installing points and crossings in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Plan own work including predicting consequences and identifying improvements

Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule

Modify activities depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

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

Operate and adapt to differences in equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures

Select and use hand tools, power tools and equipment

Assemble track layouts to plans and specifications

Use relevant plant and mechanised equipment

Use appropriate equipment to make accurate measurements on points and crossings

Select and use required personal protective equipment

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 weather conditions

Work may be conducted in:

restricted spaces

exposed conditions

controlled or open environments

Work may involve:

exposure to chemicals, and dangerous or hazardous substances

movements of equipment, materials and vehicles

Points and crossing may include:

turnouts

diamond crossings

slips

catchpoints

expansion switches

Equipment may include:

off-track plant, cranes

mechanical lifting and handling devices

rail mounted transporter vehicles

hand tools and small plant

rail saws, rail drills

Measurement equipment may include:

measuring tapes

stringline

rail gauges (switch, crossing)

gauge boards

Materials may include:

track layout components

rail jewellery

sleepers/ties

bearers

Crossings may include:

fabricated

Rail bound manganese

monoblock

Davis

compound crossings

swing nose

spring wing type crossings

single or dual gauge

Bearers may include:

timber

concrete

steel

Components may include:

switches

crossings

stockrails

closure rails

rail braces

bearer plates

bolts, clips

studs/switch stops

heel blocks

housings

anti-creep devices

chairs

switch rollers

checkrails

chocks

manual points equipment

Fastenings may include:

slip/friction

resilient

Switch blades may be:

asymmetrical

conventional

undercut

housed

Heels of switches may be:

fixed or flexible

Operations of switches may be:

manual

interlocked

Liaison may include:

internal or external personnel from other work areas (e.g. signalling staff)

Communication systems 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 phones

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:

operational instructions, policies and workplace procedures

local authority regulations and procedures

works orders

technical instructions, plans and specifications

manufacturers or workplace equipment operation manuals and specifications

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

Information may be provided:

electronically

in writing, via forms/documents/plans

orally, via face-to-face communications

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 Australian Standards and related requirements including AS 4292

relevant state/territory OH&S legislation

relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation

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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
Work requirements are determined to identify scope of work and resources required 
Delivered materials are checked for compliance with design 
Assembly area is prepared 
Structure is fabricated according to design specification if required to minimise on-site disruptions to on-site workflow, if applicable 
Track layout is assembled in accordance with the specified design, manufacturers instructions and workplace procedures 
Track layout dimensions, geometry and condition are checked for compliance with design 
Track layout is prepared for transport to site in accordance with manufacturers instructions and workplace procedures 
Track layout is transported to installation site using appropriate methods and equipment in accordance with workplace requirements and procedures 
Existing trackwork is removed from worksite 
Track bed is prepared for installation of track layout in accordance with workplace procedures 
New points and crossings are installed in accordance with specified design, manufacturers instructions and workplace procedures 
Track layout dimensions, geometry, condition and operation are checked for compliance to standards in accordance with design, manufacturers instructions and workplace procedures 
Required documentation is completed in accordance with workplace procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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