Course Code: TLIW3015 | TLIW0004 | TLIB3102 | TLIW0006 | Duration: 5 Days*
National Rail Welding & Adjust Rail Training
National Rail Welding & Adjust Rail Training
Cost: $2500
Course Overview
The National Rail Weld & Adjust Rail Training course is an accredited program designed to provide you with essential skills for rail operations. This thorough course emphasises advanced rail welding and adjustment techniques, ensuring you meet industry standards and workplace requirements.
Rail Operators regard this skill set as a fundamental requirement for anyone aspiring to work as an aluminothermic rail welder & adjust rail within the rail corridor. Upon completion of this course, you’ll be qualified for various RIWC roles.
Please note: While this program is nationally recognised, additional qualifications are required to work on the ARTC and V/Line network corridors, as per their metric requirements. To be eligible, you must separately enrol in the ARTC Adjust Rail – Person in Charge of Stressing (PIC) course. Additionally, completing the ETM-06-10 Rail Stress workshop along with the unit TLIB3102 is mandatory to qualify for these corridors. Fulfill these requirements to ensure your eligibility for work within the ARTC and V/Line corridors as a career in rail welding and adjustment.
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
- Rail maintenance professionals aspiring to specialise in welding and adjustment
- Current industry workers looking to advance their skills in rail welding techniques
- Individuals interested in aluminothermic welding and oxy/LPG cutting operations
- Professionals responsible for track quality verification and related documentation
- Those seeking comprehensive understanding and hands-on experience in rail maintenance.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Upon completion of the course, you will gain the following abilities:
1. Prepare the rail for aluminothermic welding.
2. Conduct the aluminothermic welding process in compliance with workplace and Australian Standards requirements.
3. Verify the conformance of aluminothermic welds.
4. Fulfill all necessary documentation related to welding activities.
5. Strategize and prepare for oxy/LPG cutting and welding operations.
6. Configure and test oxy/LPG cutting and welding equipment.
7. Apply heat and execute cutting processes using oxy/LPG equipment.
8. Safely shut down oxy/LPG equipment after operations.
9. Perform cleanup tasks following oxy/LPG cutting and welding.
10. Develop and organise plans for the aluminothermic welding method.
Locations
- Laverton
- Onsite
Units of Study
- TLIW0006 – Heat and Cut Materials using Oxy-LPG Equipment for the Rail Industry
- TLIW3015 – Weld Rail Using Aluminothermic Welding Process
- TLIW0004 – Grind Rails
- TLIB3102 – Adjust Rail
Course Outcomes
Participants who are deemed competent in knowledge and practical assessments will receive:
Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment (SoA) for the units of competency;
- TLIW0006 Heat and Cut Materials using Oxy-LPG Equipment for the Rail Industry
- TLIW3015 Weld Rail Using Aluminothermic Welding Process
- TLIW0004 Grind Rails
- TLIB3102 Adjust Rail
Important Information
COURSE PRE-REQUISITES
In accordance with the RIW National Track and Civil matrix, the following units serve as prerequisite requirements, specifically tailored for the rail industry:
- TLIB2085 Apply Track Fundamentals
- TLIF0020 Safely access the rail corridor (or equivalent)
- CPCCWHS1001 prepare to work safely in the construction industry
- TLIB0012 Maintain and use hand tools (or equivalent)
- TLID0020 Shift materials safely using manual handling methods (or equivalent)
- TLIE1003 Participate in basic workplace communications
- TLIF0025 Follow work health and safety procedures (or equivalent)
- TLIF2010 Apply fatigue management strategies
- TLIU2008 Apply environmental procedures to rail infrastructure
- TLIS2044 Carry out rail installation
- TLIS2034 Install and repair rail fastening systems
Student must hold a current Category 3 Rail medical.
PPE REQUIREMENTS
- Rail approved ankle-high lace-up work boots
- Hard hat
- Shade 5 Glasses
- Standard safety glasses – both tinted and clear
- Welding Gloves
- Standard work gloves
- Trousers
- Long Cotton shirt (this includes standard rail hi-vis shirt)
- Spats
- Hearing protection
- Clear Face Shield
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LL&N)
Before training begins, participants will go through an assessment that helps us determine if any learning support is needed. To successfully complete this course, participants are expected to have the following language, literacy, and numeracy skills:
- Interpret and comprehend workplace safety signs and symbols.
- Comprehend workplace policies, procedures, and informational materials.
- Comprehend basic spoken English.
- Communicate essential safety-related information.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Upon successful completion of the theory training, each participant will receive a logbook to continue practical training under the guidance of a supervisor. The logbook will facilitate the collection of evidence in the field, focusing on 10 welds and adjust rail experiences.
To ensure validity, each entry in the logbook must be signed off by a qualified supervisor who holds the relevant qualifications and is currently certified in welding and rail adjustment. This process ensures that participants receive comprehensive hands-on training and validation of their practical skills.
Once the logbook entries are signed off and deemed ready for assessment, ATS will coordinate a scheduled day to conduct the initial assessment. During this assessment, participants will have the opportunity to demonstrate their acquired skills and knowledge, validating their readiness for certification or further training as necessary.
The initial assessment conducted by ATS must take place onsite, ensuring that participants can showcase their skills and knowledge in a real-world environment. This approach allows for a more accurate evaluation of their capabilities and ensures compliance with industry standards and requirements. An additional cost of $700.00 will be charged for scheduling the assessment sign-off per student.
ISSUING OF STATEMENTS
ATS as provider of this training will issue and email you an electronic copy of your Statement of Attainment within 5-10 business days of completing the course. Your Statement of Attainment is issued by ATS as a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and is recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework.
Other Things to Know
DURATION:
5 Days = Theory and practical training & Logbook to be completed.
PROOF OF IDENTITY:
Participants are required to bring one of the following current valid photo identification documents (ID) on the day of training:
- Australian or International Passport
- Driver’s Licence
RENEWAL:
- Welding Certificate of Completion is valid for two years.
- National Adjust Rail Certificate of Completion is valid for two years.
Applicants are required to complete a Welding and/or National Adjust Rail recertification within 24 months of issuing the Certificate of Completion to maintain currency.
ONSITE TRAINING:
If training is held at a client site the following access will be required:
- Access to a training room
- Access to track/yard siding and rail
Assessment Methods
To be deemed competent, participants are required to successfully complete a combination of the written and practical tasks which form an assessment instrument.
Delivery Methods
The delivery of this course is face-to-face in a combination of classroom and practical activities in a simulated rail environment.
Payment Options
Payment options via Credit/ Debit card, Google Pay, Apple Pay, AfterPay and Zip.
Why Choose ATS RTO ?
With over 20 years experience delivering
training and assessment to the construction and rail industries, we pride ourselves on the quality of our training staff and coursework.
At ATS, we are dedicated to enhancing the skills and expanding the knowledge of
every student, with the objective of making your workplace a safer and more efficient environment.
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