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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. |
Operations may be conducted: | by day or nightin all weather conditions |
Work may be conducted in: | restricted spacesexposed conditionscontrolled or open environments |
Work may involve exposure to: | chemicalsdangerous or hazardous substancesmovements of equipment, materials and vehicles |
Structures may include: | underbridgesoverbridgesfootbridgesculvertstunnelsretaining wallsplatformsoverhead wiring structuressignal gantriesnoise barriersservice crossingsbuffer stopslighting towerswater towersturntableselevated roadstrack slabs |
Materials may include: | timbersteelconcrete/masonry |
Equipment may include: | torchgeologists hammerscaffoldingextension ladderelevated work platforms (EWP)boat or barge |
Structures components may include: | girders, corbels, headstockspiers, abutments, trestles, pilesbolts, fastenersprotective coatings |
Methods for locating defects may include: | visual inspection |
Liaison may include: | internal/external personnel from other work areas (e.g. train controllers)road authoritieslocal councilslandowners |
Communication equipment systems may include: | two-way radiostelephones/mobile phonesagreed audible or hand signals |
Depending on work context, safety and personal protective equipment may include: | high visibility clothinghearing protectionglovessunscreensunglassessafety glassesinsect repellentsafety headwearsafety footwearportable radio/mobile phoneshand lampsflagssafety harness and ropesbreathing apparatussafety maskair monitorssafety devices |
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include: | company proceduresenterprise proceduresorganisational proceduresestablished procedures |
Information/documents may include: | operational instructions, policies and workplace procedureslocal authority regulations and proceduresinformation provided by other workplace personnelprevious reportsworks orderstechnical instructionsmanufacturers or workplace equipment operation manuals and specificationsemergency procedure manualstwo-way radio/mobile phone operation proceduresQA plans, data and document controlconditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards |
Information may be provided: | electronicallyin writing, via forms/documents/plansorally, via face-to-face communicationstrackside signals |
Applicable regulations and legislation may include: | applicable legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelinesrelevant Australian Standards and related requirements including AS 4292relevant state/territory OH&S legislationrelevant state/territory environmental protection legislation |