RANGE STATEMENT |
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. |
Work may involve exposure to: | chemicalsdangerous or hazardous substancesmovement of equipment, goods and vehicles |
Types of weld repairs may vary according to: | welding process locationrail mass or typecrossing and switch typerail, switch and crossing material |
Welding process may include: | flux core arc weldingmanual metal arc welding |
Welding equipment may include: | electric weldersgeneratorswirefeed welding unitelectrode holderrobotic welders |
Equipment may include: | mechanical handling and lifting equipmenthand tools, including impact wrenches, tie tampers, gauges, track jacks, spiking hammers and barsoxy-LPG gouging equipmentmanual or mechanical grindermagnetic particle testing kitliquid penetrant testing kitwire brushesrail thermometers ‘thermomelt’ crayonscutting and boring equipmentfastening equipmentfume extraction equipment on-line respirator |
Materials may include: | flux core wirewelding electrodesgrinding discs |
Liaison may include: | internal or external personnel from other work areas, such as train controllers and signal technicians |
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, organisational procedures may be known as: | company proceduresenterprise proceduresworkplace proceduresestablished procedures |
Communication equipment may include: | two-way radiostelephones, including mobile phonesagreed audible or hand signals |
Depending on the work context, safety and PPE may include: | high visibility clothinglong pants and shirtshearing protectionlong glovesspatssunscreensunglasseswelding helmetsafety glassesinsect repellentsafety headwearsafety footwearportable radios and mobile phoneshand lampsflagssafety devicesspecial PPE |
Information and documents may include: | operational instructionsinformation provided by other workplace personnelrail inspections reportswork orderstechnical instructionsmanufacturer or workplace equipment instructions and operation manualsemergency procedure manualstwo-way radio or mobile telephone operation proceduresconditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements, including workplace agreements and awards |
Applicable procedures and codes may include: | legislated rail safety requirements, including acts and regulations from each applicable state and territory, together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelinesorganisational policies and procedureslocal authority regulations and procedures relevant relevant state and territory legislation relating to:environmental protectionOH&S |