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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 nightin all weather conditions |
Work may be conducted in: | restricted spaces or exposed conditionscontrolled or open environments |
Work may involve exposure to: | chemicals, dangerous or hazardous substancesmovements of equipment, materials and vehicles |
Structures may include: | underbridgesoverbridgesfootbridgesculvertstunnelsretaining wallsplatformsoverhead wiring structuressignal gantriesnoise barriersservice crossingsbuffer stopslighting towerswater towersturntableselevated roads |
Equipment may include: | torchgeologists hammermeasuring tapewire brushspirit level with straight edgeplumb bobcamerabinocularsmirrorvernier calipersultrasonic testerdry film thickness gaugedemec gauge, points and adhesivescaffoldingextension ladderelevated work platforms (EWP)boat or barge |
Structures examination methods may include: | visual examinationhammer testmagnetic or electronic gaugesdye penetrantmagnetic particleultrasonic testingx-ray |
Liaison may include: | internal/external personnel from other work areas (e.g. train controllers)road authoritieslocal councilslandowners |
Communication equipment systems may include: | two-way radiostelephones/mobile phonesagreed audible or hand signals |
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include: | company proceduresenterprise proceduresorganisational proceduresestablished procedures |
Depending on work context, safety and personal protective equipment may include: | high visibility clothinghearing protectionglovessunscreensunglassessafety glassesinsect repellentsafety headwearsafety footwearportable radios/mobile phoneshand lampsflagstripodsharness and ropesrespiratorsafety maskgas detectorssafety devices |
Information/documents may include: | local authority regulations and procedureswork ordersexamination reports and defect listsrelevant log or record booklocal instructionsmanufacturers or workplace equipment instructions and operation manualsemergency procedure manualstwo-way radio/mobile phone operation proceduresemergency procedures manualconditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards |
Information may be provided: | electronicallyin writing, via forms/documents/plansorally, via face-to-face communicationsvia trackside signals |
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 guidelinesrelevant state/territory regulations, codes of practice and safeworking system requirementsrelevant Australian Standards and related requirements, including AS 4292relevant state/territory OH&S legislationrelevant state/territory environmental protection legislation |