Required skills includes

Ability to

interpret workplace information such as drawings and related instructions to identify the project requirements

estimate material requirements for a given project

assess operational status of equipment and carry out preoperational checks

position and align sleepers to meet specifications

identify faulty operation of equipment

identify unacceptable work outcomes

take corrective action in response to abnormal or unacceptable performance

use appropriate communication methods and equipment

report andor record corrective action as required

maintain work area to meet housekeeping standards

Required knowledge includes

Knowledge of

relevant state OHS legislation standards and codes of practice relating to work responsibilities

site operating procedures and practices

understanding of the steps involved in layingrepairing sleepers

functions and basic operating principles of equipment used

the impact of the positioning and alignment of sleepers on related track laying operations

the quality requirements of sleepers

common problems related to laying sleepers and corrective action required

traffic control signage communication and procedures

safe work procedures including awareness of health and safety hazards related to track laying and associated control measures including safe manual handling procedures

purpose and limitations of protective clothing and equipment

environmental issues and controls

requirements to liaiseadvise related work areas

housekeeping standards for the work area

reporting and recording systems

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Overview of assessment

Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed

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

Evidence of ability to

interpret workplace information

estimate material requirements

assess operational status of equipment and carry out preoperational checks

position and align sleepers to meet specifications

identify faulty operation of equipment

identify unacceptable work outcomes

take corrective action in response to abnormal or unacceptable performance

Context of and specific resources 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

Materials handling equipment and relevant hand and power tools

Operating procedures and related advice on equipment operation

Sleepers and related materials

Personal protective clothing and equipment

Communication systems and equipment

Housekeeping standards and procedures

Workplace information recording systems requirements and procedures

Method of assessment

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

SUGA Lay rails andor

SUG217A Lay rails; and/or

SUGA Lay skeleton track

SUG218A Lay skeleton track

AHCMOMA Conduct front end loader operations

AHCMOM207A Conduct front end loader operations.

Guidance information for assessment

To ensure consistency in ones performance competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances cases and responsibilities and where possible over a number of assessment activities

Policies and procedures

Codes of Practice

Workplace information

Cane transport network

Equipment and materials

Information systems

Confirming equipment status

Teamwork

Communication methods