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UETTDRRT99A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Test and verify rail traction installations

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Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency UETTDRRT99A - Test and verify rail traction installations
Description 1)Scope:1.1) DescriptorThis unit covers inspection and testing to verify whether a Rail Traction Installations is safe and complies with all requirements. It encompasses working safely, visual inspections and mandatory, optional and functional test procedures, identifying non-compliance defects and mandatory reporting requirements.
Employability Skills 5) The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of Employability Skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit of competency is packaged will assist in identifying Employability Skill requirements.
Learning Outcomes and Application 2)This unit is intended to augment previously acquired competencies. It is suitable for employment-based programs under an approved contract of training.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Prerequisite Unit(s)4) Competencies4.1)Granting of competency in this unit shall be made only after competency in the following unit(s) has/have been confirmed.Where pre-requisite pathways have been identified. All competencies in the Common Unit Group must be have been completed.Common Unit GroupUnit Code Unit TitleUEENEEE101A Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplaceUEENEEE102A Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry componentsUEENEEE104A Solve problems in d.c. CircuitsUEENEEE105A Fix and secure electrotechnology equipmentUEENEEE107A Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specificationsUEENEEG101A Solve problems in electromagnetic devices and related circuitsUEENEEG102A Solve problems in low voltage a.c. CircuitsUETTDREL11A Apply sustainable energy and environmental procedures UETTDREL12A Operate plant and equipment near live electrical conductors and apparatus UETTDREL16A Working safely near live electrical apparatus UETTDRIS52A Install and maintain poles, structures and associated hardwareUETTDRIS54A Install and maintain poles, structures, overhead conductors and cables UETTDRRT21A Install traction overhead wiring systems UETTDRRT22A Maintain traction overhead wiring systems UETTDRRT27A Install overhead traction components and equipment UETTDRRT28A Maintain overhead traction components and equipment Literacy and numeracy skills4.2) Participants are best equipped to achieve this unit if they have reading, writing and numeracy skills indicated by the following scales. Description of each scale is given in Volume 2, Part 3 “Literacy and Numeracy”.Reading3Writing3Numeracy3
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
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Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare to visually inspect, test and verify rail traction installation.
  • Works schedule(s), including drawings, plans, requirements, established procedures, and material lists, are received, analysed and confirmed, if necessary, by site inspection.
  • Relevant requirements and established procedures for the work are communicated to all personnel and identified for all work sites
  • OHS policies and procedures related to requirements and established procedures for accessing, testing and verification of Rail Traction installations are obtained and confirmed for the purposes of the work to be performed and communicated.
  • Work is prioritised and sequenced following consultation with others for completion within acceptable timeframes and in accordance with established procedures.
  • Hazards are identified, OHS risks assessed and control measures are prioritised, implemented and monitored including emergency exits kept clear according to established procedures
  • Relevant work permits are obtained to access and perform work according to requirements and/or established procedures.
  • Resources including personnel, equipment, tools and personal protective equipment required for the job are obtained and confirmed in working order.
  • Relevant personnel at worksite are confirmed current in First Aid, Pole Top Rescue and other related work procedures according to requirements.
  • Liaison and communication issues with other authorised personnel, authorities, clients and land owners are resolved to carry out work where necessary.
  • Specialist test and measurement equipment for testing and verification of Rail Traction installations are obtained, inspected and confirmed in working order and calibrated as per requirements and established procedures
  • Site is prepared according to the work schedule and to minimise risk and damage to property, commerce, and individuals in accordance with established procedures.
  • Personnel participating in the work, including plant operators and contractors, are fully briefed and respective responsibilities confirmed where applicable in accordance with established procedures
  • Road signs, barriers and warning devices are positioned in accordance with requirements.
       
Element: Carry out visual inspection, test and verification of Rail Traction installation.
  • OHS and sustainable energy principles and practices to reduce the incidents of accidents and minimise waste are monitored and followed in accordance with requirements and/or established procedures.
  • Lifting, climbing, working in confined spaces and aloft, use of power tools/equipment, test equipment, test and measurement equipment, techniques and practices are safely followed and, currency according to requirements confirmed.
  • Essential knowledge and associated skills are applied in the inspection, safe access, testing and verification of Rail Traction installations to ensure completion in an agreed timeframe and, to quality standards with a minimum of waste according to requirements.
  • Rail Traction installations and associated hardware is visually inspected and confirmed as positioned, secured and terminated/connected in accordance with requirements and established procedures.
  • Energised tests and/or measurements, if required, to verify Rail Traction installations is determined in strict accordance with OHS requirements and when necessary conducted within established safety procedures.
  • Rail Traction installations is checked for suitability and conformance with organisational construction standards and electrical rail traction network supply standards
  • Rail Traction installation protection methods and devices are validated as meeting organisational construction and rail traction network protection standards.
  • Rail Traction installation switchgear is validated as being appropriately rated and meeting functional requirements of organisational construction and distribution network protection standards
  • Rail Traction installations earthing system and MEN system components are verified as correctly installed and conforming to organisational construction and distribution network standards.
  • Mandatory tests are conducted to verify that Rail Traction installation:·
       
Element: Rail traction system phasing, phase rotation and polarity is correct and conform to network construction standards.
       
Element: Electrical rail traction network voltage levels comply with network supply standards.
  • Hazard warnings and safety signs are recognised and hazards and assessed OHS risks are reported to the immediate authorised persons for directions according to established procedures.
  • Known solutions to a variety of problems are applied using acquired essential knowledge and associated skills.
  • Ongoing checks of quality of the work are undertaken in accordance with instructions and established procedures.
       
Element: Report inspection and test findings.
  • OHS risk control work completion measures and procedures are followed.
  • Work undertaken is checked/tested against works schedule for conformance with requirements and anomalies corrected/ reported in accordance with established procedures.
  • Accidents and/or injuries are reported in accordance with requirements/established procedures, where applicable.
  • Work site is rehabilitated, cleaned up and made safe in accordance with established procedures.
  • Non-compliance defects are identified, corrected and/or reported in accordance with established procedures.
  • Recommendations for rectifying defects are made in accordance with established procedures.
  • Mandatory documentation is completed in accordance with established procedures.
  • Tools, equipment and any surplus resources and materials are, where appropriate, cleaned, checked and returned to storage in accordance with established procedures.
  • Relevant work permit(s) are signed off and, electrical equipment (network infrastructure) are returned to service in accordance with requirements.
  • Works completion records, reports, as installed /modified drawing and/or documentation and information are finalised and processed and appropriate personnel notified.
       


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.

9) This provides essential advice for assessment of the unit of competency and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria and the range statement of the unit of competency and the Training Package Assessment Guidelines.

The Evidence Guide forms an integral part of this Competency Standard Unit and shall be used in conjunction with all component parts of this unit and, performed in accordance with the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.

Overview of Assessment

9.1)

Longitudinal competency development approaches to assessment, such as Profiling, require data to be reliably gathered in a form that can be consistently interpreted over time. This approach is best utilised in Apprenticeship programs and reduces assessment intervention. It is the Industry’s preferred model for apprenticeships.

However, where summative (or final) assessment is used it is to include the application of the competency in the normal work environment or, at a minimum, the application of the competency in a realistically simulated work environment. It is recognised that, in some circumstances, assessment in part or full can occur outside the workplace. However, it must be in accord with Industry and, Regulatory policy in this regard.

Methods chosen for a particular assessment will be influenced by various factors. These include the extent of the assessment, the most effective locations for the assessment activities to take place, access to physical resources, additional safety measures that may be required and the critical nature of the competencies being assessed.

The critical safety nature of working with electricity, electrical equipment, gas or any other hazardous substance/material carries risk in deeming a person competent. Hence, sources of evidence need to be ‘rich’ in nature so as to minimise error in judgment.

Activities associated with normal every day work have a bearing on the decision as to how much and how detailed the data gathered will contribute to its ‘richness’. Some skills are more critical to safety and operational requirements while the same skills may be more or less frequently practiced. These points are raised for the assessors to consider when choosing an assessment method and developing assessment instruments. Sample assessment instruments are included for Assessors in the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

9.2)

Before the critical aspects of evidence are considered all prerequisites shall be met.

Evidence for competence in this unit shall be considered holistically. Each element and associated performance criteria shall be demonstrated on at least two occasions in accordance with the “Assessment Guidelines – UET12”. Evidence shall also comprise:

A representative body of performance criteria demonstrated within the timeframes typically expected of the discipline, work function and industrial environment. In particular this shall incorporate evidence that shows a candidate is able to:

Implement Occupational Health and Safety workplace procedures and practices including the use of risk control measures as specified in the performance criteria and range; and

Apply sustainable energy principles and practices as specified in the performance criteria and range; and

Demonstrate an understanding of the essential knowledge and associated skills as described in this unit to such an extent that the learner’s performance outcome is reported in accordance with the preferred approach; namely a percentile graded result, where required by the regulated environment; and

Demonstrate an appropriate level of employability skills; and

Conduct work observing the relevant Anti Discrimination legislation, regulations, policies and workplace procedures; and

Demonstrated performance across a representative range of contexts from the prescribed items below:

Range of tools/equipment/materials/procedures/workplaces/other variables

Group No

The minimum number of items on which skill is to be demonstrated

Item List

A

At least two of

the following:

Visual*

Infra-red camera

X-Ray

Camera

Binoculars/telescope

(* must do)

B

Any one of the following:

Pyramid

Delta pi

Enterprise specific type

C

At least three of the following

Insulators

Clamps

Bolts

Conductor spacers

Vibration dampers

Structural components

D

At least one of the following

Copper

Aluminium

Steel

Aluminium/steel reinforced

E

At least two of the following

Elevated work platform

Portable platform

Gondola

Hook ladder*

Elevated work box

(*must do)

F

All of the following

Voltage/ de-energised indicating device

Earthing conductors

G

All of the following

Reporting procedures

Reporting outcomes

Context of and specific resources for assessment

9.3)

This unit should be assessed as it relates to normal work practice using procedures, information and resources typical of a workplace. This should include:

OHS policy and work procedures and instructions.

Network constructions standards

Network supply standards

Suitable work environment, facilities, equipment and materials to undertake actual inspection of overhead structures and electrical apparatus.

In addition to the resources listed above, in context of and specific resources for assessment, evidence should show demonstrated competency working aloft (upon pole/structure or from EWP), below ground, in limited spaces, with different structural/construction types and method and in a variety of environments.

Method of assessment

9.4)

This Competency Standard Unit shall be assessed by methods given in Volume 1, Part 3 “Assessment Guidelines”.

Note:

Competent performance with inherent safe working practices is expected in the Industry to which this Competency Standard Unit applies. This requires that the specified essential knowledge and associated skills are assessed in a structured environment which is primarily intended for learning/assessment and incorporates all necessary equipment and facilities for learners to develop and demonstrate the essential knowledge and associated skills described in this unit.

Concurrent assessment and relationship with other units

9.5)

There are no concurrent assessment recommendations for this unit


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

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8) Essential Knowledge and Associated Skills (EKAS): This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Evidence shall show that knowledge of inspecting rail traction structures and electrical apparatus has been acquired.

All knowledge and skills detailed in this unit should be contextualised to current industry practices and technologies.

KS01-TRT99A Test and verify rail traction installations

Evidence shall show an understanding of rail traction installations testing and verification to an extent indicated by the following aspects:

T1 Legislated regulations encompassing:

legislation and regulations that require installations and equipment to be tested to

ensure they are safe.

the person/bodies responsible for the various aspects of ensuring rail traction installations are safe.

results of tests that show an rail traction installation is safe for connection to the supply.

results of periodic inspection and tests that show construction site wiring and equipment is safe to use.

results of periodic inspection and tests that show the rail traction installations electrical equipment are safe to use.

T2 Testing installations encompassing:

Rail traction system phasing, phase rotation and polarity is correct and conform to network construction standards.

Electrical rail traction network voltage levels comply with network supply standards.

Potential present upon rail traction network neutral conductors conform network supply standards.

Insulation resistance is adequate

Earthing system and MEN system components are verified as correctly installed

T3 Documentation encompassing:

results of tests conducted on a rail traction installation in accordance with work package requirements and ensure the rail traction installation is safe.

documents of periodic inspection and testing of rail traction installation and equipment in accordance with requirement.

Non-compliances and defects reported in accordance with established procedures.

10) This relates to the unit of competency as a whole providing the range of contexts and conditions to which the performance criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect performance.

This Competency Standard Unit shall be demonstrated in relation to the installation, inspection and maintenance of rail traction installations and includes

Rail traction network installations and associated hardware which may include relevant line/network high voltage overhead; conductors, groundwires, insulators, structural members, structural hardware, vibration dampers, conductor spacers, conductor repair.

The following constants and variables included in the element/Performance Criteria in this unit are fully described in the Definitions Section 1 of this volume and form an integral part of the

Range Statement of this unit:

Appropriate and relevant persons (see Personnel)

Appropriate authorities

Appropriate work platform

Assessing risk

Authorisation

Confined space

Pre-commissioning testing and measurement

Documenting detail of work events, record keeping and or storage of information

Drawings and specifications

Environmental and sustainable energy procedures

Environmental legislation

Environmental management documentation

Established procedures

Fall prevention

Hazards

Identifying hazards

Inspect

Legislation

MSDS

Notification

OHS practices

OHS issues

Permits and/or permits to work

Personnel

Quality assurance systems

Network construction standards

Network supply standards

Testing procedures

Work clearance systems

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
Works schedule(s), including drawings, plans, requirements, established procedures, and material lists, are received, analysed and confirmed, if necessary, by site inspection. 
Relevant requirements and established procedures for the work are communicated to all personnel and identified for all work sites 
OHS policies and procedures related to requirements and established procedures for accessing, testing and verification of Rail Traction installations are obtained and confirmed for the purposes of the work to be performed and communicated. 
Work is prioritised and sequenced following consultation with others for completion within acceptable timeframes and in accordance with established procedures. 
Hazards are identified, OHS risks assessed and control measures are prioritised, implemented and monitored including emergency exits kept clear according to established procedures 
Relevant work permits are obtained to access and perform work according to requirements and/or established procedures. 
Resources including personnel, equipment, tools and personal protective equipment required for the job are obtained and confirmed in working order. 
Relevant personnel at worksite are confirmed current in First Aid, Pole Top Rescue and other related work procedures according to requirements. 
Liaison and communication issues with other authorised personnel, authorities, clients and land owners are resolved to carry out work where necessary. 
Specialist test and measurement equipment for testing and verification of Rail Traction installations are obtained, inspected and confirmed in working order and calibrated as per requirements and established procedures 
Site is prepared according to the work schedule and to minimise risk and damage to property, commerce, and individuals in accordance with established procedures. 
Personnel participating in the work, including plant operators and contractors, are fully briefed and respective responsibilities confirmed where applicable in accordance with established procedures 
Road signs, barriers and warning devices are positioned in accordance with requirements. 
OHS and sustainable energy principles and practices to reduce the incidents of accidents and minimise waste are monitored and followed in accordance with requirements and/or established procedures. 
Lifting, climbing, working in confined spaces and aloft, use of power tools/equipment, test equipment, test and measurement equipment, techniques and practices are safely followed and, currency according to requirements confirmed. 
Essential knowledge and associated skills are applied in the inspection, safe access, testing and verification of Rail Traction installations to ensure completion in an agreed timeframe and, to quality standards with a minimum of waste according to requirements. 
Rail Traction installations and associated hardware is visually inspected and confirmed as positioned, secured and terminated/connected in accordance with requirements and established procedures. 
Energised tests and/or measurements, if required, to verify Rail Traction installations is determined in strict accordance with OHS requirements and when necessary conducted within established safety procedures. 
Rail Traction installations is checked for suitability and conformance with organisational construction standards and electrical rail traction network supply standards 
Rail Traction installation protection methods and devices are validated as meeting organisational construction and rail traction network protection standards. 
Rail Traction installation switchgear is validated as being appropriately rated and meeting functional requirements of organisational construction and distribution network protection standards 
Rail Traction installations earthing system and MEN system components are verified as correctly installed and conforming to organisational construction and distribution network standards. 
Mandatory tests are conducted to verify that Rail Traction installation:· 
 
Hazard warnings and safety signs are recognised and hazards and assessed OHS risks are reported to the immediate authorised persons for directions according to established procedures. 
Known solutions to a variety of problems are applied using acquired essential knowledge and associated skills. 
Ongoing checks of quality of the work are undertaken in accordance with instructions and established procedures. 
OHS risk control work completion measures and procedures are followed. 
Work undertaken is checked/tested against works schedule for conformance with requirements and anomalies corrected/ reported in accordance with established procedures. 
Accidents and/or injuries are reported in accordance with requirements/established procedures, where applicable. 
Work site is rehabilitated, cleaned up and made safe in accordance with established procedures. 
Non-compliance defects are identified, corrected and/or reported in accordance with established procedures. 
Recommendations for rectifying defects are made in accordance with established procedures. 
Mandatory documentation is completed in accordance with established procedures. 
Tools, equipment and any surplus resources and materials are, where appropriate, cleaned, checked and returned to storage in accordance with established procedures. 
Relevant work permit(s) are signed off and, electrical equipment (network infrastructure) are returned to service in accordance with requirements. 
Works completion records, reports, as installed /modified drawing and/or documentation and information are finalised and processed and appropriate personnel notified. 

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