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Maintain power-operated point actuating devices

Maintain power-operated point actuating devices

Unit of competency
National Code
UEERS0030
State Code
OFD94
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
08/02/2023
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/04/2023
Field of Education
031313 - Electrical Fitting, Electrical Mechanics
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to maintain power-operated point actuating devices in rail networks.It includes preparing and maintaining power-operated point actuating devices. It also includes completing maintenance of power-operated point actuating device, performing operational tests and reporting requirements.Persons achieving competence in this unit will need to fulfil the applicable state/territory legislated rail safety requirements and to comply with relevant codes of practice, rules and/or guidelines.No other licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to maintain power-operated point actuating device
  • 1.1 Work health and safety (WHS)/Occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and clarified
  • 1.2 Hazards are identified, WHS/OHS risks are assessed, control measures and workplace procedures are implemented in preparation for work
  • 1.3 Scope of the maintenance is determined from maintenance schedules, job specifications, drawings and regulatory requirements
  • 1.4 Appropriate rail safe working personnel are consulted to ensure work is coordinated effectively with others involved on the worksite
  • 1.5 Materials needed for the maintenance are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked against job specifications
  • 1.6 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed for maintenance work are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked for correct operation and safety
  • 1.7 Authorisation to take temporarily out of service or disable systems is obtained in accordance with workplace procedures
2 Maintain power-operated point actuating device
  • 2.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out work are followed
  • 2.2 On-track safe working requirements are identified and applied in accordance with workplace procedures and safety management system
  • 2.3 Maintenance, cleaning, brushing and lubricating work are carried out on point actuating devices in accordance with technical and operational specifications
  • 2.4 Adjustments to point actuating devices are made to ensure correct operation, and perway fastenings and timbers are inspected in accordance with operational specifications
  • 2.5 Position and mounting of point actuating devices are checked in accordance with site layout and operational specifications
  • 2.6 Maintenance is performed efficiently, without waste of materials, damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy practices
  • 2.7 Function of equipment is determined from technical data, maintenance handbooks, workplace and equipment operating procedures
  • 2.8 Faulty, worn, damaged or insecure components are replaced, repaired or secured in accordance with technical and manufacturer specifications to ensure operational effectiveness
  • 2.9 Equipment is inspected and tested in accordance with workplace testing procedures to ensure operational and technical requirements are achieved
  • 2.10 Methods for dealing with unplanned situations are determined on the basis of safety and specified work outcomes
3 Complete power-operated point actuating device maintenance
  • 3.1 WHS/OHS work completion risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed
  • 3.2 Confirmation that system is functional and that no alarms are present or indicated
  • 3.3 On-track safe working requirements are removed in accordance with workplace procedures and safety management system
  • 3.4 Documentation is completed to provide an accurate maintenance record and Network Control Officer informed of work status details
  • 3.5 Reusable, faulty or worn components are tagged and despatched for repair to maintain adequate spares
  • 3.6 Faulty perway conditions/components are documented to provide details for corrective/follow-up action
  • 3.7 Point actuating devices are temporarily taken out of service, reinstated back into service and certified in accordance with organisation requirements and workplace procedures
  • 3.8 Maintenance work activities are recorded in accordance with organisation requirements to provide accurate records and produce relevant reports
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
ODJ67 UEERS0009 Install and maintain power-operated point actuating devices Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BJD4 UEE41223 Certificate IV in Rail Signalling Qualification