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 pre-ballast laying equipment
4. Operate pre-ballast equipment to lay and compact materials to the required location and thickness
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
Knowledge of:
11. Relevant state OHS legislation, standards and codes of practice relating to work responsibilities
12. Understanding of the steps involved in constructing/repairing track
13. Functions and basic operating principles of pre-ballast laying equipment
14. The impact of the pre-ballast base on related track laying operations
15. The quality requirements of the foundation. This includes the materials used, thickness and compactness of foundation
16. Common problems related to laying pre-ballast and corrective action required
17. Traffic control signage, communication and procedures
18. Safe work procedures including awareness of health and safety hazards related to pre-ballast laying and associated control measures. This includes safe manual handling procedures
19. Purpose and limitations of protective clothing and equipment
20. Environmental issues and controls
21. Requirements to liaise/advise related work areas
22. Housekeeping standards for the work area
23. Reporting and recording systems
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.
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
Spreader, roller and related equipment
Materials handling equipment as required
Operating procedures and related advice on equipment operation
Base materials - typically gravel and stone
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.