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Install and maintain power-operated point actuating devices

Install and maintain power-operated point actuating devices

Unit of competency
National Code
UEERS0009
State Code
ODJ67
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/10/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/07/2021
Field of Education
031313 - Electrical Fitting, Electrical Mechanics
Original Release Date
12/07/2021
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to install/maintain power-operated point actuating devices in rail networks.It includes preparing and installing/maintaining power-operated point actuating devices. It also includes completing installation/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 install/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 installation/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 installation/maintenance are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked against job specifications
  • 1.6 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed for installation/maintenance work are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked for correct operation and safety
2 Install/maintain power-operated point actuating device
  • 2.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out work are followed
  • 2.2 Installation/maintenance, cleaning, brushing and lubricating work are carried out on point actuating devices in accordance with technical and operational specifications
  • 2.3 Adjustments to point actuating devices are made to ensure correct operation, and perway fastenings and timbers are inspected in accordance with operational specifications
  • 2.4 Position and mounting of point actuating devices are checked in accordance with site layout and operational specifications
  • 2.5 Installation/maintenance is performed efficiently, without waste of materials, damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy practices
  • 2.6 Function of equipment is determined from technical data, maintenance handbooks, workplace and equipment operating procedures
  • 2.7 Faulty, worn, damaged or insecure components are replaced, repaired or secured in accordance with technical and manufacturer specifications to ensure operational effectiveness
  • 2.8 Equipment is inspected and tested in accordance with workplace testing procedures to ensure operational and technical requirements are achieved
  • 2.9 Methods for dealing with unplanned situations are determined on the basis of safety and specified work outcomes
3 Complete power-operated point actuating device installation/maintenance
  • 3.1 WHS/OHS work completion risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed
  • 3.2 Documentation is completed to provide an accurate installation/maintenance record and Network Control Officer informed of work status details
  • 3.3 Reusable, faulty or worn components are tagged and despatched for repair to maintain adequate spares
  • 3.4 Faulty perway conditions/components are documented to provide details for corrective/follow-up action
  • 3.5 Point actuating devices are temporarily taken out of service, instated back into service and certified in accordance with organisation requirements and workplace procedures
  • 3.6 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
WC730 UEENEEN108A Install and maintain power operated point actuating devices Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFD94 UEERS0030 Maintain power-operated point actuating devices Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BFO2 UEE41220 Certificate IV in Electrical - Rail Signalling Qualification