UEERS0027Maintain computer-based interlocking rail systems

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What an assessment for UEERS0027 must cover

58 assessable components: 3 elements (34 performance criteria), 13 performance evidence and 11 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 Prepare to maintain CBI rail equipment

  • 1.1Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and clarified
  • 1.2Hazards are identified, WHS/OHS risks assessed, and control measures and workplace procedures are implemented in preparation for work
  • 1.3Scope of maintenance work is determined from job specifications, drawings and regulatory requirements
  • 1.4The version of the signalling data and executive software of the CBI is identified by reference to the engineering records
  • 1.5Materials needed for the maintenance work are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked against job specifications
  • 1.6Tools, equipment and testing devices needed for maintenance work are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked for correct operation and safety
  • 1.7Authorisation to take temporarily out of service or disable systems is obtained in accordance with workplace procedures

2 Maintain CBI rail system

  • 2.1WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out the work are followed
  • 2.2On-track safe working requirements are identified and applied in accordance with workplace procedures and safety management system
  • 2.3Reports or fault logs are identified and accessed
  • 2.4Fault correction activities are prioritised by reviewing the fault reports and previous corrective actions
  • 2.5Records of previously corrective actioned faults are managed
  • 2.6Source of the fault is identified
  • 2.7Corrective action required is determined and implemented
  • 2.8Checking that the CBI has the correct version of the signalling data and software is completed
  • 2.9System is checked for the correct version of signalling data and software if applicable part of the CBI equipment is replaced
  • 2.10Appropriate mechanisms for the safe and efficient rectification of the fault are determined
  • 2.11Methods for dealing with unplanned situations are determined on the basis of safety and specified work outcomes
  • 2.12Rail system monitoring is conducted efficiently, without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy practices
  • 2.13Replacement equipment is obtained from spare stock a required to comply with identified fault repair requirements
  • 2.14Faulty component/equipment is identified and removed as required in accordance with organisation practices and procedures
  • 2.15Replacement component/equipment is installed and connected to power in accordance with manufacturer specifications
  • 2.16Correct test procedures are identified and implemented to confirm all operations are within specifications
  • 2.17Equipment operations are monitored to ensure system integrity
  • 2.18Signal and voltage levels are monitored, checked and adjusted, as required, in accordance with operational requirements
  • 2.19Completed records and equipment/operational management information are accurately recorded and maintained to support ongoing monitoring of systems and equipment performance

3 Complete CBI rail system maintenance

  • 3.1WHS/OHS risk control work completion measures and workplace procedures are followed
  • 3.2Confirmation that system is functional and that no alarms are present or indicated
  • 3.3On-track safe working requirements are removed in accordance with workplace procedures and safety management system
  • 3.4Non-conforming equipment is identified and tagged for repair type and extent of fault is identified and recorded, as required
  • 3.5Faulty equipment requiring repair is segregated as required and appropriate records are completed in preparation for despatching to repairer
  • 3.6Spare equipment stocks are reviewed to ensure adequate availability
  • 3.7Priority for repair and/or replacement of equipment is determined in consultation with authorised person by evaluation of stock levels and fault logs
  • 3.8Work completion is documented and appropriate person/s notified of repair and replacement priorities in accordance with workplace procedures and relevant reports produced

Performance evidence

  • following relevant codes of practice, work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental protection procedures requirements
  • implementing workplace procedures and practices
  • applying rail safe working practices and relevant industry standards, codes and rail safety regulations
  • applying sustainable energy principles and practices
  • interpreting specifications and plans correctly
  • using appropriate testing and fault-finding techniques
  • maintaining computer-based interlocking equipment to operational requirements, plans and specifications
  • rectifying faults with minimal disruption to rail traffic and services
  • using tools and test equipment correctly
  • completing maintenance of computer-based interlocking (CBI) system
  • maintaining CBI system
  • dealing with unplanned events
  • completing relevant technical reports, records and documentation

Knowledge evidence

  • interlocking operating principles and parameters including: normal mode operation, route selection logic, signal approach logic and timers, point release logic and timers, panel displays and logic, wrong-side protection mode, alarm mode, use of control tables, relay interfaces, emergency operation, correct operation in accordance with control and locking tables
  • electronic communications, principles including: requirements of a basic communications system, simple transmitter and receiver circuits (block diagram level), optical communications principles
  • rail signalling - electronic equipment including: equipment and their components, operating principles and parameters, servicing procedures
  • rail signalling - CBI including: equipment and their components, operating principles and parameters, servicing procedures
  • rail signalling - computer applications including: types of software and their scope - interrogator software for loggers, monitors and CBI and database, setting up and use, serial communications, importance of cyber security for the signalling asset
  • internet protocol including: set an IP address, visual diagnostics, web interface diagnostics, upgrading/downgrading firmware, uploading/downloading configuration file, signaller controls/indications
  • servicing procedures including: maintenance documentation, coordination/planning sequence, operational test procedures, scheduled/preventative maintenance, unscheduled/corrective maintenance, certifying interlocking equipment
  • rail signalling, drawings and diagrams
  • drawing types and applications encompassing: drawing layouts and conventions, drawing symbols, cable and equipment schedules
  • certifying procedures applicable for compliance with rail operator and/or enterprise standards
  • relevant manufacturer specifications and manuals

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