TLIW0036 — Apply electric welding process to rail

1 Prepare rails, crossings or switches for welding

• 1.1Weld repair area is identified and assessed in accordance with standards and procedures
• 1.2Welding equipment and consumables are prepared and checked for serviceability
• 1.3Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and control measures are implemented
• 1.4Weld repair area is prepared for welding in accordance with workplace standards and procedures
• 1.5Track components are assembled or aligned to specification as required

2 Use non-destructive testing

• 2.1Appropriate non-destructive testing method is selected in accordance with workplace requirements
• 2.2Non-destructive testing method is used to identify and locate defects in accordance with rail industry standards and organisational procedures

3 Assemble and set up welding equipment

• 3.1Welding equipment is set up and adjusted to meet welding process requirements
• 3.2Accessories and consumables are selected for use

4 Assemble and set up gouging and grinding equipment

• 4.1Gouging and grinding equipment is assembled and set up
• 4.2Equipment settings are adjusted to meet process requirements
• 4.3Accessories and consumables are selected for use

5 Remove defects

• 5.1Appropriate method to be used to remove defect is identified in accordance with organisational standards and procedures
• 5.2Defect is removed using identified method in accordance with organisational standards and procedures

6 Perform welding operation

• 6.1Weld metal is applied to repair area to meet specifications in accordance with standards and procedures
• 6.2Welded area is cleaned in preparation for grinding
• 6.3Welded area is ground in accordance with organisational standards and procedures

7 Check weld conformance

• 7.1Finished ground weld area is visually inspected for surface finish and defects
• 7.2Finished ground weld area is checked for conformance to rail, crossing or switch profile acceptance standards

8 Complete post-operative checks and documentation

• 8.1Equipment is checked for serviceability
• 8.2Defective equipment is replaced and reported for servicing or repair in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
• 8.3Documentation on work undertaken is completed and processed in accordance with organisational requirements

What does an assessment tool for TLIW0036 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for TLIW0036 needs to address all 49 unit components: 8 elements with 22 performance criteria, 16 performance evidence requirements, 11 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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