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Weld rail using flashbutt welding process

Weld rail using flashbutt welding process

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIW0008
State Code
OCY76
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
29/01/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/04/2021
Field of Education
030711 - Boilermaking And Welding
Original Release Date
01/04/2021
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to weld rail using the flashbutt welding process in accordance with safeworking and regulatory requirements, and workplace procedures.It includes performing pre-operational and post-operational equipment checks, preparing rail for welding, carrying out flashbutt welding, checking weld conformance and completing all required documentation.People 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 and/or guidelines.Work is performed under some supervision, generally within a team environment. It involves the application of routine operational principles and procedures when welding rail using the flashbutt welding process, as part of workplace activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian rail system.Operators of mechanised equipment must have undertaken training and, where appropriate, hold the relevant licence, permit or certificate and be recognised as competent for the class of machinery being used.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Perform pre-operational equipment checks
  • 1.1 Detailed pre-operational equipment checks are conducted in accordance with manufacturer specifications and/or local maintenance schedules
  • 1.2 Deficiencies with equipment are identified and rectified in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.3 Firefighting and other safety equipment is organised, checked and located in accordance with required regulations
  • 1.4 Relevant personnel are notified of problems and documentation is completed
2 Prepare rail for welding
  • 2.1 Weld location is checked to confirm suitability for welding in accordance with workplace procedures and rail network standards
  • 2.2 Hazards are identified, risks assessed and control measures implemented
  • 2.3 Track preparation for welding is arranged, as required, in accordance with workplace procedures and rail network standards
  • 2.4 Rail ends are prepared for welding in accordance with workplace procedures and rail network standards
3 Carry out flashbutt welding
  • 3.1 Flashbutt welding equipment is prepared for use
  • 3.2 Flashbutt welding unit is clamped to rail ensuring accurate alignment
  • 3.3 Equipment is operated in accordance with machine operation instructions and workplace procedures to achieve appropriate quality standard
  • 3.4 Warning systems are monitored and appropriately responded to during operation to maintain correct functionality of equipment
  • 3.5 Track restoration is arranged, as required, in accordance with workplace procedures and rail network standards
  • 3.6 Weld is profile-ground to ensure smooth running surface in accordance with workplace procedures and rail network standards
4 Check weld conformance
  • 4.1 Finished ground weld area is visually inspected for surface finish and defects
  • 4.2 Finished ground weld area is checked for conformance to rail profile and geometry acceptance rail network standards
5 Perform post-operational equipment checks
  • 5.1 Post-operational equipment checks are conducted to identify defects and maintenance requirements, in accordance with manufacturer specifications or local maintenance schedules
  • 5.2 Deficiencies with equipment are identified and rectified in an appropriate manner to maintain correct functionality of equipment
  • 5.3 Relevant personnel are notified of problems and/or documentation is completed in accordance with instructions and relevant codes of practice
6 Complete documentation
  • 6.1 Required documentation and/or record keeping procedures and processes are confirmed
  • 6.2 Documentation and/or records are filled in legibly and proofread
  • 6.3 Documentation and/or records are processed in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVH34 TLIW3016 Weld rail using flashbutt welding process Unit of competency