The unit involves the application of routine operational principles and procedures to the installation of points and crossings as part of workplace activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian rail system.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1 Prepare and install turnouts

1.1 Existing track work is removed from worksite

1.2 Track bed is prepared for installation of points and crossings in accordance with workplace procedures

1.3 New points and crossings are installed in accordance with specified design, manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures

1.4 Dimensions, geometry, condition and operation are checked for compliance with standards in accordance with design, manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures

2 Complete documentation

2.1 Required documentation is completed in accordance with organisational procedures

2.2 Appropriate personnel are informed that the installation has been completed in accordance with organisational procedures

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

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

Required knowledge:

Relevant safety, OH&S and environmental procedures and regulations

Workplace procedures for the installation of points and crossings

Problems that may occur when installing points and crossings, and action that can be taken to report or resolve them

Hazards that may exist when installing points and crossings, and ways of controlling the risks involved

Features and principles of operation of points and crossings

Measurement techniques

Clearances and tolerances

Point and crossing acceptance standards

Techniques for the installation of points and crossings

Relevant communication systems and procedures

Authorisation/approval processes and procedures for the installation of points and crossings

Documentation and record-keeping requirements

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when installing points and crossings

Read and interpret technical data, standards and drawings relating to installing points and crossings

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work when installing points and crossings

Complete documentation relating to the installation of points and crossings

Work collaboratively with others when installing points and crossings

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 equipment

Install points and crossings to plans and specifications

Use appropriate equipment to make accurate measurements of points and crossings

Select and use required personal protective equipment (PPE)

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 that demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:

implementing the installation of points and crossings on at least two separate occasions

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

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

RANGE STATEMENT

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 involve:

exposure to chemicals, and dangerous or hazardous substances

movement of equipment, materials and vehicles

Points and crossing may include:

turnouts

diamond crossings

slips

catchpoints

expansion switches

Equipment may include:

off-track plant

cranes

mechanical lifting and handling devices

rail-mounted transporter vehicles

hand tools and small plant

rail saws and rail drills

Measurement equipment may include:

measuring tapes

stringline

rail gauges (switch and/or crossing)

gauge boards

Materials may include:

rail

rail jewellery

sleepers and/or ties

bearers

Liaison may include:

internal or external personnel from other work areas, such as signalling staff

Communication systems may include:

two-way radios

telephones, including mobile phones

agreed audible or hand signals

Safety and PPE may include:

high visibility clothing

hearing protection

gloves

sunscreen

sunglasses

safety glasses

dust mask

insect repellent

safety headwear

safety footwear

portable radios and mobile phones

hand lamps

flags

safety devices

Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, organisational procedures may be known as:

company procedures

enterprise procedures

workplace procedures

established procedures

Information and documents may include:

operational instructions, policies and workplace procedures

local authority regulations and procedures

works orders

technical instructions, plans and specifications

manufacturer or workplace equipment operation manuals and specifications

emergency procedure manuals

two-way radio or mobile telephone operation procedures

quality assurance (QA) plans, data and document control

Information may be provided:

electronically

in writing, via forms, documents and plans

orally, via face-to-face communications

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 guidelines

relevant Australian standards and related requirements

relevant state and territory legislation relating to:

environmental protection

OH&S

This unit contains employability skills.