Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

SUGSLSP2A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Lay sleepers

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency SUGSLSP2A - Lay sleepers
Description This is a Specialist unit. It covers the skills and knowledge required to lay sleepers. It can apply to both construction of new track and repair of existing track.
Employability Skills Not applicable.
Learning Outcomes and Application Not applicable.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities
Slides
PPT
Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Plan and prepare work
  • The location and scope of work are identified
  • Materials required to complete the work are confirmed and available
  • Equipment status is confirmed and pre-operational checks are carried out
  • Personal protective equipment is selected, correctly fitted and used
  • Safety procedures are followed to confirm that work is clearly signed and relevant authorities are advised that work is in progress
  • Site is inspected prior to commencing work to identify and remove potential hazards
       
Element: Lay sleepers
  • Sleepers are positioned to meet track laying specifications
  • Sleepers are spaced and aligned as required for track construction
       
Element: Complete work
  • The construction area is cleared of debris
  • Unused materials are stored as required
  • Tools, plant and equipment is cleaned and stored as required
  • Workplace information is recorded according to workplace recording requirements
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The assessment process must address all of the following items of evidence.

Ability to:

1. Interpret workplace information such as drawings and related instructions to identify the project requirements

2. Estimate material requirements for a given project

3. Assess operational status of equipment and carry out pre-operational checks

4. Position and align sleepers to meet specifications

5. Identify faulty operation of equipment

6. Identify unacceptable work outcomes

7. Take corrective action in response to abnormal or unacceptable performance

8. Use appropriate communication methods and equipment

9. Report and/or record corrective action as required

10. Maintain work area to meet housekeeping standards

May include ability to:

11. Operate sleeper handling equipment such as front end loaders

Knowledge of:

12. Relevant state OHS legislation, standards and codes of practice relating to work responsibilities

13. Site operating procedures and practices

14. Understanding of the steps involved in laying/repairing sleepers

15. Functions and basic operating principles of equipment used

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

17. The quality requirements of sleepers

18. Common problems related to laying sleepers and corrective action required

19. Traffic control signage, communication and procedures

20. Safe work procedures including awareness of health and safety hazards related to track laying and associated control measures. This includes safe manual handling procedures

21. Purpose and limitations of protective clothing and equipment

22. Environmental issues and controls

23. Requirements to liaise/advise related work areas

24. Housekeeping standards for the work area

25. Reporting and recording systems

May include knowledge of:

26. Operating procedures for materials handling equipment

Relationship with other standards

Pre-requisite units

There are no pre-requisite units for this competency standard.

Co-assessment of related units

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

SUGSLRT2A Lay rails; and/or

SUGSLST2A Lay skeleton track

BCC3005A Conduct front end loader operations

Resources required 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

Assessment requirements

For information on how to assess this competency standard and who can assess, refer to the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.


Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Not applicable.

The range statement indicates the context for demonstrating competence. This statement is a guide and unless otherwise indicated, items may or may not apply as required by the work context.

Work is carried out in accordance with company policies and procedures, licensing requirements, legislative requirements, codes of practice and industrial awards and agreements. Codes of practice include the Sugar Milling Operations Industry Code of Practice and sugar industry codes of practice related to cane railway and transport operations

Workplace information can include drawings and plans, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and manufacturer's specifications

Cane railway network features and their characteristics may include main and branch lines, yards, sidings, loops, dump points and pads; and road transport delivery points where relevant

Equipment and materials may include materials handling equipment such as front end loaders and cranes, hand tools, pneumatic tools, base plates, clips, dog spikes, anchors, screws, insulating biscuits and camber plates

Information systems may be print or screen based

Confirming equipment status involves conducting relevant pre-start checks, confirming that all safety guards and equipment is ready and safe to operate

Work may require the ability to work within a team environment

Communication methods may include use of two-way radios

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
The location and scope of work are identified 
Materials required to complete the work are confirmed and available 
Equipment status is confirmed and pre-operational checks are carried out 
Personal protective equipment is selected, correctly fitted and used 
Safety procedures are followed to confirm that work is clearly signed and relevant authorities are advised that work is in progress 
Site is inspected prior to commencing work to identify and remove potential hazards 
Sleepers are positioned to meet track laying specifications 
Sleepers are spaced and aligned as required for track construction 
The construction area is cleared of debris 
Unused materials are stored as required 
Tools, plant and equipment is cleaned and stored as required 
Workplace information is recorded according to workplace recording requirements 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

SUGSLSP2A - Lay sleepers
Assessment task 1: [title]

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Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Assessment Record Sheet

SUGSLSP2A - Lay sleepers

Student name:

Student ID:

Assessment task 1: [title] Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Overall assessment result: Competent Not yet competent

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