Work must be carried out in accordance with codes/regulations and workplace requirements relevant to the testing of mechanical signalling equipment and the isolation of faults.

Work is performed under minimal supervision, generally within a team environment. It involves the application of regulatory requirements and workplace procedures to the testing and the isolation of faults in mechanical signalling equipment.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1Prepare to test and/or isolate equipment

1.1 Testing is appropriately sequenced in accordance with job schedule

1.2 Appropriate personnel are consulted to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with others involved on the worksite

1.3 Location of equipment to be tested/isolated is determined from job specifications and diagrams

1.4 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to test and/or isolate are obtained in accordance with established procedures and checked for correct operation and safety

2Test and/or isolate equipment

2.1 Initial visual check of operational equipment is performed to identify any equipment faults

2.2 Identified equipment is isolated in accordance with relevant operational rules and procedures

2.3 Established methods for dealing with unexpected situations are discussed with appropriate personnel and documented

2.4 Unexpected situations are dealt with safely and with the approval of an authorised person

3Check equipment operation

3.1 Approval to conduct a check of equipment operation is obtained in accordance with relevant operational rules and procedures

3.2 Authorised equipment check is carried out in accordance with operating procedures to identify any equipment faults

3.3 Operational effectiveness of equipment is confirmed through observation during train movements if required

3.4 Equipments faults are correctly identified, recorded and appropriate corrective action is taken

3.5 Service equipment is locked and secured to prevent unauthorised access

3.6 Work completion is documented and appropriate personnel are notified in accordance with established procedures

4Finalise testing and/or isolation of equipment

4.1 Test results are documented in accordance with organisation requirements

4.2 Faulty or replaced equipment is tagged and despatched to maintain equipment spares

4.3 Fully operational equipment is handed over to approved personnel ensuring that hand over procedures are accurately followed and final documentation is completed

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Relevant sections of regulatory requirements &/or organisation's procedures where applicable to the testing of mechanical signalling equipment and the isolation of faults

Relevant safety, OH&S and environmental procedures and regulations

Workplace procedures and policies for the testing of mechanical signalling equipment and the isolation of faults, including the tagging and reporting of faulty equipment and components

Focus of operation of work systems, equipment, management and site operating systems for the testing of mechanical signalling equipment and the isolation of faults

Fault-finding techniques including identification of cost/time effective rectification procedures

Tools, meters, gauges and equipment used during the testing of mechanical signalling equipment and the isolation of faults and the precautions and procedures that should be followed in their use

Guidelines relating to the safe use of machinery and equipment including the tagging of unserviceable or damaged items

Faults that may occur with equipment, and appropriate action that can be taken to report and/or rectify the identified faults in the equipment or its components

The characteristics, capabilities and limitations of the equipment

Operational safety requirements for the equipment concerned

Housekeeping standards procedures required in the workplace

Site layout and obstacles

Documentation and record requirements

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when testing mechanical signalling equipment and isolating faults

Read and interpret instructions, procedures, information and signs relevant to the testing of mechanical signalling equipment and the isolation of faults

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to the testing of mechanical signalling equipment and the isolation of faults

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Work collaboratively with others when testing mechanical signalling equipment and isolating faults

Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems, faults or malfunctions that may occur when testing mechanical signalling equipment and isolating faults in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unplanned events

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during work activities

Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule

Modify activities depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment

Adapt to differences in equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures

Select and use relevant meters, gauges, equipment and tools when testing mechanical signalling equipment and isolating faults

Select and use required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards

Apply basic mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical awareness to testing and fault identification activities

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:

the underpinning knowledge and skills

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

Assessment must include exercises which demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:

preparing to test and/or isolate equipment

testing and/or isolating equipment

checking equipment operation

finalising testing and/or isolation of equipment

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

Method of assessment

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through activities in an appropriately simulated environment, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Work may be conducted:

in a range of external work environments

Customers may be:

internal or external

Workplaces may comprise:

large, medium or small worksites

Work may be conducted in:

limited or restricted spaces

exposed conditions

controlled or open environments

Tests and the isolation of faults may be performed:

on a range of equipment used in transport industries

Personal protective equipment may include:

gloves

safety headwear and footwear

safety glasses

two-way radios

high visibility clothing

Tests may include but are not limited to:

tests of operational performance

tests as part of routine servicing

identification of causes of poor or out-of-specification performance

tests following servicing and/or adjustment of equipment

Records/results of tests may include:

details of faulty equipment or specific components

details of action taken

results of testing and associated recommendations

details of repair and maintenance work to be undertaken

defect (non-conformance)

Hazards in the work area may include exposure to:

chemicals

dangerous or hazardous substances

movements of equipment, goods and materials

a fire or explosion

faulty equipment/tools

trains

motor vehicles

plant and machinery

Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:

company standards and procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established procedures

Consultative processes may involve:

workplace personnel

supervisors and managers

equipment manufacturers

site visitors

contractors

technical personnel

Communication in the work area may include:

phone/mobile phone

fax

email

internet

RF communications

oral, aural or signed communications

Information/documents may include:

workplace procedures and policies for the checking and assessment of the equipment concerned

specifications for equipment/tools

equipment identification labels, serial numbers

supplier and/or client instructions

material safety data sheets (MSDSs)

Applicable regulations, legislation and codes may include:

relevant state/territory regulations, codes of practice and safeworking system requirements

relevant state/territory OH&S legislation

relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation

relevant Australian standards and certification requirements

This unit contains employability skills.