Required skills include

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

confirm that rail lengths meet design and construction specifications

position rails to meet specification including positioning and fixing base plates where used and positioning and fixing rail lengths

monitor track laying including confirming that the following meet construction specifications

alignment of the first rail

joints between rail lengths

spike holes are bored to required pattern

clipsdog spikes are fitted and fixed to secure rail to each sleeper

rail anchors are positioned firmly against sleepers to prevent slippage

second rail is positioned to the correct gauge prior to fixing

rails are fixed in position

circuit plans are maintained in jointing processes to switchingsignalling requirements

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 track

functions and basic operating principles of track laying equipment

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

the quality requirements of rails

common problems related to laying rails 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

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 for a given project

confirm that rail lengths meet design and construction specifications

position rails to meet specification

take corrective action in response to abnormal or unacceptable performance

use appropriate communication methods and equipment

report andor record corrective action as required

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

Rails prewelded to meet track design and construction specifications 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 sleepers

SUG219A Lay sleepers

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

Cane transport network

Information systems

Equipment and materials

Teamwork

Communication methods