Assessor Resource
UETTDRRT26A
Maintain overhead rail traction configurations
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
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This Competency Standard Unit is intended to augment formally acquired competencies. It is suitable for employment-based programs under an approved contract of training.
1)Scope:
1.1) Descriptor
This Competency Standard Unit covers the maintenance and repair of overhead traction configurations, which include overlaps, cross-overs, turnouts, crossings and/or train/tram crossings. It includes the repair and/or replacement of “like for like” electrical equipment and associated hardware according to requirements and the undertaking of safe working practices on or about the running line/track, including the correct positioning of road signs, barriers and/or warning devices and the procedure for issuing/accepting electrical permits. It also encompasses the isolation of systems and circuits for safe working according to work plans and the visual inspection and necessary checks to confirm that equipment and associated hardware are in a safe condition to test and/or return to service as well as the undertaking of re-commissioning tests to ensure the integrity of the traction system prior to a return to service and the updating of system data and/or maintenance records.
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