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Operate tamping equipment

Operate tamping equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPSUG2004
State Code
OAL98
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/04/2019
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
18/04/2019
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate tamping equipment used to lift and pack track in sugar cane haulage systems. It relates to construction of new track and repair of existing track that has been pre-welded to meet track design and construction specifications.The unit applies to individuals who work under supervision in the sugar milling industry. All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare work
  • 1.1 Identify the location and scope of work according to specifications
  • 1.2 Confirm and prepare materials required to complete the work to specifications
  • 1.3 Carry out pre-operational checks, confirm operational status of equipment, and report any faults
  • 1.4 Select and fit personal protective equipment as required
  • 1.5 Confirm that work is clearly signed according to safety procedures and that relevant authorities have been advised that work is in progress
  • 1.6 Identify and remove potential hazards from construction area before commencing work
2. Operate tamping equipment
  • 2.1 Operate ballast hopper to supply an even flow of ballast to the specified thickness
  • 2.2 Operate tamper equipment to lift, line track and pack ballast to specification
  • 2.3 Dress track by final ballast spread and trim to meet the specified profile
  • 2.4 Check track to confirm that design and construction specifications are met
3. Analyse and respond to abnormal performance
  • 3.1 Identify causes of abnormal performance from operating data and plant operating conditions
  • 3.2 Identify and report hazards according to workplace safety requirements
  • 3.3 Take corrective action to rectify abnormal performance according to workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Implement emergency procedures according to workplace safety procedures
4. Complete work
  • 4.1 Clear the construction area of debris according to workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Store unused materials according to workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Shut down and park equipment according to operating procedures
  • 4.4 Clean and store tools, plant and equipment according to workplace procedures
  • 4.5 Record workplace information according to workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WD834 FDFSUG204A Operate tamping equipment Unit of competency