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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, 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 welder |
Equipment may include: | mechanical handling/lifting equipmenthand tools including impact wrenches, tie tampers, gauges, track jacks, spiking hammers and barswire brushesrail thermometers and/or 'thermomelt' crayonscutting and boring equipmentfastening equipmentfume extraction equipment for use with welding manganese |
Materials may include: | flux core wirewelding electrodes |
Liaison may include: | internal or external personnel from other work areas (e.g. train controllers, electricians) |
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include: | company proceduresenterprise proceduresorganisational proceduresestablished procedures |
Communications equipment may include: | two-way radiostelephones/mobile phonesagreed audible or hand signal |
Depending on the work context, safety and personal protective equipment may include: | high visibility clothinglong pants and shirtshearing protectionlong glovesspatssunscreensunglasseswelding helmetsafety glassesinsect repellentsafety headwearsafety footwearportable radios/mobile phoneshand lampsflagssafety devicesspecial PPE when welding manganese |
Information/documents may include: | operational instructions, policies and workplace procedureslocal authority regulations and proceduresinformation provided by other workplace personnelrail inspections and reportswork orderstechnical instructionsmanufacturers or workplace equipment instructions and operation manualsemergency procedure manualstwo-way radio/mobile phone operation proceduresQA plans, data and document controlconditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards |
Applicable procedures and codes 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 |