Assessor Resource
TLIW2033
Identify the principles of mechanised track laying operations
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to identify the principles of mechanised track laying operations.
It includes identifying components and work stations of mechanised track laying machines, identifying mechanised track laying functions, and identifying hazards and risks associated with mechanised track laying operations.
The unit provides an introduction to mechanised track laying machines and is not to be used for their operation, which must be covered by individual certification for the particular machine or individual work stations.
Components may include:
ballast conveyor
control panels
cutter bar and chain
front liner
gantry crane
laying frame
new sleeper laying base
old sleeper pick-up
plough
rail clamps
rail feeders
rear liner
sleeper table
steering.
Work stations may include:
chain operator station
deflection operator station
drive station
gantry crane operator station
jewellery wagon
main operator station
pad layer station
rail feeder station.
Operators of mechanised track laying machines must have undertaken training and hold the relevant licence, permit or certificate and be recognised as competent for each type of machinery being used.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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