TLIW0008 — Weld rail using flashbutt welding process

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What an assessment for TLIW0008 must cover

50 assessable components: 6 elements (22 performance criteria), 16 performance evidence and 12 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Perform pre-operational equipment checks

1.1Detailed pre-operational equipment checks are conducted in accordance with manufacturer specifications and/or local maintenance schedules
1.2Deficiencies with equipment are identified and rectified in accordance with workplace procedures
1.3Firefighting and other safety equipment is organised, checked and located in accordance with required regulations
1.4Relevant personnel are notified of problems and documentation is completed

2 Prepare rail for welding

2.1Weld location is checked to confirm suitability for welding in accordance with workplace procedures and rail network standards
2.2Hazards are identified, risks assessed and control measures implemented
2.3Track preparation for welding is arranged, as required, in accordance with workplace procedures and rail network standards
2.4Rail ends are prepared for welding in accordance with workplace procedures and rail network standards

3 Carry out flashbutt welding

3.1Flashbutt welding equipment is prepared for use
3.2Flashbutt welding unit is clamped to rail ensuring accurate alignment
3.3Equipment is operated in accordance with machine operation instructions and workplace procedures to achieve appropriate quality standard
3.4Warning systems are monitored and appropriately responded to during operation to maintain correct functionality of equipment
3.5Track restoration is arranged, as required, in accordance with workplace procedures and rail network standards
3.6Weld is profile-ground to ensure smooth running surface in accordance with workplace procedures and rail network standards

4 Check weld conformance

4.1Finished ground weld area is visually inspected for surface finish and defects
4.2Finished ground weld area is checked for conformance to rail profile and geometry acceptance rail network standards

5 Perform post-operational equipment checks

5.1Post-operational equipment checks are conducted to identify defects and maintenance requirements, in accordance with manufacturer specifications or local maintenance schedules
5.2Deficiencies with equipment are identified and rectified in an appropriate manner to maintain correct functionality of equipment
5.3Relevant personnel are notified of problems and/or documentation is completed in accordance with instructions and relevant codes of practice

6 Complete documentation

6.1Required documentation and/or record keeping procedures and processes are confirmed
6.2Documentation and/or records are filled in legibly and proofread
6.3Documentation and/or records are processed in accordance with workplace procedures

Performance evidence

applying relevant safeworking and workplace procedures
carrying out required welding operations
checking compliance of work with job specifications
identifying job hazards and taking required action to minimise, control or eliminate identified hazards
implementing contingency plans
implementing required fire control workplace procedures
interpreting and following rail network standards and operational instructions including following scheduled work process
modifying activities depending on operational contingencies, risk situations and environments
monitoring work activities in terms of planned schedule
operating flashbutt welding equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
planning scheduled work including predicting consequences and identifying improvements
reading and interpreting relevant instructions, procedures, route information and signs
reporting and/or rectifying identified problems, faults or malfunctions, in accordance with workplace procedures
selecting and using required personal protective equipment (PPE)
working collaboratively with others
working systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to equipment

Knowledge evidence

characteristics of relevant plant and equipment, transport, structures, hardware and components used in work activities
emergency management plan including firefighting and other safety equipment
hazardous situations and related personal protection measures
hazards that may exist when welding rail using the flashbutt welding process, and ways of controlling the risks involved
materials identification, handling and storage, safety data sheets (SDS)/material safety data sheets (MSDS) and/or manufacturer instructions
problems that may occur when using the flashbutt welding process and equipment, and action that can be taken to report or resolve these problems
rail welding network standards
relevant recording and documentation procedures
technical knowledge relevant to flashbutt welding
work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental procedures and regulations
workplace procedures for operating flashbutt welding equipment
workplace procedures for welding rail using the flashbutt welding process

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What does an assessment tool for TLIW0008 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for TLIW0008 needs to address all 50 unit components: 6 elements with 22 performance criteria, 16 performance evidence requirements, 12 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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