CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION
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CATEGORY DEFINITION
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GROUP DEFINITION
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ORGANIZATIONAL LEVEL DEFINITIONS
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POINT RATING PLAN - HEAD LIGHTKEEPERS
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CLASSIFICATION PLAN - OTHER POSITIONS
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INTRODUCTION
This standard describes the rating plans to be
used to evaluate positions allocated to the Light keepers Group.
It consists of an introduction, general definitions of the
Operational Category and the occupational group, organizational
level definitions, point-rating scales to be applied to Head
Light keeper positions, and the plan to be used to determine the
level of other positions in the Light keepers Group.
Point rating is the technique used to evaluate
positions of Head Light keeper. It is an analytical, quantitative
method of determining the relativity of positions and is
particularly suited to heterogeneous occupational groups in which
positions consist of varied combinations of duties. Point-rating
plans define the characteristics or factors common to the
positions in the group and also the degrees of each factor. The
total points for each position is the sum of the point-ratings of
each factor.
All methods of job evaluation require the
exercise of judgement and the orderly collection and analysis of
information in order that consistent judgements can be made. The
point-rating method facilitates rational discussion and
resolution of differences in determining the relativity of
positions.
Factors Used to Evaluate Head Light
keeperPositions
The combined factors do not necessarily describe all the
characteristics of Head Light keeper positions but deal only with
those characteristics that can be defined and distinguished and
that are also useful in determining the relativity of
positions.
Three of the four factors used in this plan are defined in
terms of two or more related elements. Point Weighting and
Distribution
The point weighting of each factor reflects its
relative importance. Similarly, points are distributed to the
degrees of the factors or elements in an arithmetic
progression.
However, when the work has no special requirement with regard
to some elements, no minimum value is assigned (see rating
plan).
Rating Plan
In the rating plan for Head Lightkeepers positions, the point
weighting and distribution is shown in the table below:
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Factor
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Element
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Percentage of Total Points
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Point Weighting Minimum
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Maximum
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Work Complexity
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45
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90
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450
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Variety
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Skill and Knowledge
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Charge Responsibility
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15
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30
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150
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Working Conditions
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20
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Engine and Motor Operation
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-
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30
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Hoists, Aerial Tramways and Derricks
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-
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20
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Small Boat Operation
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8
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40
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Travel
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Landing (at Station)
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Fog Alarm
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-
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20
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Height of Tower
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5
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25
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Weather and Terrain
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4
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20
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Limitation on Outdoor Activity
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-
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45
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Difficulty of Access to Community
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20
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Difficulty of Regular Access
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-
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150
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Emergency Travel Time
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_
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5
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50
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100
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142
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1,000
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Use of the Standard
There are six steps in the application of this classification
standard to Head Light keeper positions.
1. Allocation of the position to the category and the group
is confirmed by reference to the definitions and the descriptions
of inclusions and exclusions.
2. The description of duties is studied to ensure
understanding of the position as a whole and of each factor and
to confirm that the position being rated is that of a Head Light
keeper.
3. The identification of the position as a Head Light keeper
is confirmed by reference to the definitions of organizational
level of positions at light-stations.
4. The tentative degree of each factor or element in the
duties being rated is determined by comparison with degree
definitions in the rating scales. Uniform application of degree
definitions requires frequent reference to the descriptions of
factors, elements and the notes to raters.
5. The points for all factors and elements are totaled to
determine the tentative rating.
6. The position being rated is compared as a whole to
positions to which similar total points have been assigned, as a
check on the validity of the total rating.
Determinationof Levels
The ultimate objective of job evaluation is to determine the
relativity of positions in each occupational group. Head Light
keeper positions that fall within designated point boundaries are
considered equal and consequently will have the same level. The
boundaries are shown below.
The level of other positions at the light-station is
established in relation to that of the Head Light keeper by
reference to the plan for determining the level of positions
other than Head Light keeper.
CLASSIFICATION LEVELS POINT BOUNDARIES
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POINTS
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LEVEL
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Minimum-maximum
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100-170
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1
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171-260
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2
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261-350
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3
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351-440
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4
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441-530
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5
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531-620
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6
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621-710
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7
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711-800
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8
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801-890
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9
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CATEGORY DEFINITION
Occupational categories were repealed by the Public Service Reform Act (PSRA),
effective April 1, 1993. Therefore, the occupational category definitions have
been deleted from the classification standards.
GROUP DEFINITION
For occupational group allocation, it is recommended that you use the Occupational
Group Definition Maps, which provide the 1999 group definition and their
corresponding inclusion and exclusion statements. The maps explicitly link the
relevant parts of the overall 1999 occupational group definition to each
classification standard.
ORGANIZATIONAL LEVEL
DEFINITIONS
The level of "Head Light keeper" has responsibility for the
over-all operation of a light-station, including the supervision
of the light-station staff, either directly or through
subordinate supervisors. The term also applies to positions at
one-person light-stations.
The level of "Assistant Head Light keeper" at a rotational
light-station has responsibility for the operation of the
light-station, including the supervision of the light-station
staff, in the absence of the Head Light keeper for the period of
duty.
The level of "Light keeper", under the general supervision of
a Head Light keeper or Assistant Head Light keeper, has
responsibility for watch keeping and other non-supervisory duties
pertaining to the maintenance of the light-station and the
maintenance and operation of its equipment.
"Rotational light-station" refers to a light-station where the
staff is relieved at specified intervals by other employees who
take over the duties. For example, at a two-person rotational
light-station the Head Light keeper and one assistant comprise
the staff for a period of work, at the end of which they are
relieved by the Assistant Head Light keeper and one
assistant.
WORK COMPLEXITY
This factor is used to evaluate the duties of a position in
terms of the variety of the work and the skill and knowledge
required to perform these duties.
Definitions
"Variety" refers to the number of sets of duties required to
be performed in the position. These are listed on page 8.
"Operation" includes the requirement to switch on lights;
start engines; manipulate hand controls; drive vehicles or take
charge of a boat under way; keep watch to ensure that the
equipment is operating at all times, or as scheduled, or when
visibility is below limits, as appropriate.
"Routine Maintenance" includes the requirement to top up fuel,
oil and water; tighten connections; replace filters; lubricate
equipment; clean engine rooms; paint buildings; maintain
grounds.
"Emergency Minor Repairs" includes the requirement to replace
gaskets; clean, gap and replace spark-plugs; repair fuel lines;
adjust timing; change carburetors, small motors and similar
components.
"Major Repairs" refers to work required to make equipment
fully operational after breakdown and includes preventive
maintenance overhaul. This work is performed by qualified
technicians with assistance provided, as required, by the light
station staff.
Notes to Raters
The Degree of Variety is determined as follows:
1. The variety in the job is determined by comparison of
the duties of the position with the "sets of duties" listed on
page 8 under the Variety element of the Work Complexity factor.
Consequently specific and individual tasks involved in the
operation, maintenance or repair of auxiliary or standby
equipment are evaluated as part of a set of duties.
2. If the operation, routine maintenance or emergency minor
repair of auxiliary or standby equipment falls within two or more
"sets of duties" not already included in the assessment of the
duties, then the work resulting from the use of the standby
equipment is to be treated as one additional set of duties.
3. In establishing the number of "sets of duties", equipment
is not to be divided into its component parts. For example, a
motorized boat 16 feet/4.87 metres and longer, as shown in the
seventh set of duties is not to be considered in the sixth set of
duties as well if it is powered by an outboard motor.
4. The degree definitions are then applied.
VARIETY
Sets of Duties
1. Operation and routine maintenance of navigation lights
and radiophones and the maintenance of buildings, grounds, and
equipment, including walkways, skid ways, lawnmowers, dories and
rowboats, heating, plumbing and electrical distribution systems,
batteries and aerial tramways.
2. Operation and routine maintenance of electronic
equipment such as radio beacons, remote control units.
3. Operation and routine maintenance or emergency minor
repair of engines and associated power generators and control
panels.
4. Routine maintenance or emergency minor repair of
department-owned power pole line 500 feet/152.4 metres or more in
length.
5. Operation, routine maintenance and emergency minor repair
of air compressors and associated fog alarm systems, or of
electronic fog alarms.
6. Operation, routine maintenance and emergency minor repair
of equipment such as electric motors, battery-charging
generators, firefighting equipment, haul-up engines, winches,
outboard motors and snowmobiles.
7. Operation, routine maintenance and emergency minor repairs
of mobile equipment such as motorized boats 16 feet/4.87 metres
or longer (other than dories and rowboats), farm tractors,
trailers and motor vehicles.
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Degree Definitions
Degree A
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Up to three sets of duties.
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Degree B
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Four or five sets of duties.
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Degree C
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Six or seven sets of duties.
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SKILL & KNOWLEDGE
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Degree 1
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The work requires the performance of watch keeping duties, the
routine maintenance of simple equipment and the provision of assistance to
technicians who perform major repairs or overhauls to simple equipment.
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Degree 2
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The work requires the performance of duties described at
degree 1 and also emergency minor repairs to simple equipment.
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Degree 3
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The work requires the performance of watch keeping duties,
routine maintenance to complex equipment, and the provision of assistance to technicians who
perform major repairs of complex equipment.
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Degree 4
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The work requires the performance of duties described at
degree 3 and also emergency minor repairs to complex equipment.
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SIMPLE EQUIPMENT
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COMPLEX EQUIPMENT
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Batteries
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Compressors and fog alarm systems
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Charging generators Dories and rowboats
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Electronic remote control equipment and fog detectors Motorized boats 16 feet/4.87 metres
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Electric motors
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and larger
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Firefighting equipment Furnaces and stoves Hand tools Haul-up engines and winches
Navigation lights Outboard and other two-stroke
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Power lines and power distribution lines Radio beacons Light station power generators
Tractors and motor vehicles Electronic fog alarms
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motors
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Internal combustion engines other than those listed under simple
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Plumbing, piping Pumps Radiophones
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equipment
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RATING SCALE - WORK
COMPLEXITY
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Degree of Skill
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Degree of Variety
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and Knowledge
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A
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B
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C
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1
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90
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162
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235
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2
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161
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234
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307
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3
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233
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306
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378
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4
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305
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377
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450
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CHARGE RESPONSIBILITY
This factor is used to measure the responsibility of the Head
Light keeper for the overall operation of the light-station,
including the supervision of the light-station staff.
Degrees of Responsibility
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Degree 1
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As Head Light keeper for a one-person light-station,
- maintains equipment and buildings to meet the required
standard,
- maintains the records of operation of the light-station and
prepares reports for the district office,
- estimates and requisitions supplies, materials and fuel on an
annual basis,
- purchases local supplies on approval of the district
office,
- instructs replacement staff for periods of leave in the
routine of the light-station, and collects and forwards documents such as insurance
books to the district office, and
- maintains the plant and equipment inventory.
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Degree 2
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As Head Light keeper for a two-person non-rotational
light-station,
- performs duties similar to those required at a one-person
light-station, and in addition,
- assigns duties, including watch keeping, maintenance and
repair work, to one assistant,
- instructs the assistant in his/her duties and ensures
that work is performed in a satisfactory manner,
- maintains records of attendance and shift differential,
and
- informs the district office of proposed leave
schedules:
OR
As Head Light keeper for a two-person rotational
light-station,
- assigns work, including watch keeping, maintenance and
repair of the light-station and light-station equipment,
- maintains records of operation, inventory and the
consumption of materials and supplies, and prepares reports for the district office,
and
- plans the yearly maintenance of the light-station and
light-station equipment, estimates the yearly requirements of supplies and materials,
and develops an outline of duties and tasks to be performed by the Assistant Head
Light keeper during the tour of duty, to ensure that the light-station remains in
operation in accordance with the required standard.
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Degree 3
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As Head Light keeper for a three-person or larger non
rotational light-station including two or more assistants
OR
As Head Light keeper for a three-person or larger rotational
light-station
- performs duties similar to those required under degree
2
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RATING SCALE - CHARGE
RESPONSIBILITY
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Degree of Responsibility
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Points
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1
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30
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2
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90
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3
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150
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WORKING CONDITIONS
This factor is used to evaluate the conditions caused by:
(a) the use of various types of equipment installed at
light-stations,
(b) the danger and discomfort involved in maintaining
light-station structures and equipment, and
(c) the restriction
of movement about the light-station imposed by the limits of the
land area.
ENGINE AND MOTOR OPERATION
This element is used to evaluate the exposure to danger, dirt,
noise and heat associated with the operation of engines and
motors in terms of the kind and numbers of engines and motors
used at the light-station.
Notes to Raters
Conditions resulting from the operation of auxiliary or
stand-by equipment will not be considered in applying this
element.
No points are allowed for motors that are part of household
equipment.
A combination of one light-station power generator and a fog
alarm, each operated by an engine of less than 8 h.p. in the same
room, will be rated at degree 2.
Two or more engines each of eight (8) or more horse power
operated in a room would include generator and fog alarm
equipment or two generators in parallel. This does not require
that the two engines always be
operated simultaneously but the two engines must be the prime
source of power.
RATING SCALE - ENGINE AND MOTOR
OPERATION
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Degree Definitions
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Points
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Degree 1
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Belt-driven equipment, electric motors, and/or engines
under 8 h.p.
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6
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Degree 2
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One engine of 8 h.p. or greater.
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18
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Degree 3
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Two or more engines of 8 h.p. or greater, which may be operated simultaneously in the same room.
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30
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HOISTS, AERIAL TRAMWAYS AND
DERRICKS
This element is used to measure the exposure to danger of
falling objects in terms of equipment used at the
light-station.
Twenty (20) points are allowed only where the
work requires using one or more hoists,
tramways or derricks.
SMALL BOAT OPERATION
This element is used to evaluate in terms of distance,
exposure to open water and landing facilities the difficulty of
operating small boats used for transportation to and from the
light-station and in the performance of assigned duties.
Definition
"Sheltered harbors or bays" refers to locations where only
major storms would prevent travel and where sea conditions would
return to normal within a day or two of the passing of a
storm.
Notes to Raters
Points are to be assigned only to positions in which
incumbents use a boat as a primary means of transportation to
obtain mail or supplies, or to perform work assignments.
Degree 3 is to be assigned where it is not possible to
maintain a skid way economically. Conditions that may preclude
such maintenance are continuous heavy seas, shore conditions such
as continually shifting sand or boulders, or risk of severe
damage by ice.
Travel
Degree Definitions
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Degree A
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Small boat runs in sheltered harbors or bays where travel is
rarely restricted.
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Degree B
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Small boat runs in sheltered locations where current is
severe, or in open water for a distance up to two miles/3.22 kilometres.
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Degree C
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Small boat runs in open water for a distance of more than two
miles/3.22 kilometres.
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Landing (at Station) Degree
Definitions
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Degree 1
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Docking at jetty or wharf, either man-made or natural.
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Degree 2
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Landing on beach, skidway or marine railway.
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Degree 3
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Landing on rocky shore sufficiently rugged to prohibit
construction or maintenance of a skidway.
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RATING SCALE - SMALL BOAT OPERATION
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Degree
of
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Degree of Travel
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Landing
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A
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B
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C
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1
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8
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18
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28
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2
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14
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24
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34
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3
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20
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30
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40
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FOG ALARM
This element is used to evaluate the discomfort
resulting from the noise caused by the fog alarm in terms of the
type of fog alarm and the number of hours it is normally in
operation.
Notes to Raters
No points are to be allowed for manually operated alarms,
including hand horns. RATING SCALE - FOG ALARM
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Degree Definitions
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Points
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Degree 1
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Electric, small air horn or gong - 1,200 or less fog hours annually.
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4
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Degree 2
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Electric, small air horn or gong - more than 1,200 fog
hours annually.
OR
Diaphone or similar loud alarm - 1,200 or less fog hours annually.
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12
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Degree 3
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Diaphone or similar loud alarm - more than 1,200 fog hours annually.
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20
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HEIGHT OF TOWER
This element is used to evaluate the physical effort in
climbing towers and the dangers involved in maintaining the
light-tower in terms of its height measured from the base to the
balcony.
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RATING SCALE - HEIGHT OF TOWER
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Degree Definitions
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Points
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Degree 1
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0 - 25 feet/O - 7.62 metres
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5
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Degree 2
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Over 25 feet - 50 feet/7.63 - 15.24 metres
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11
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Degree 3
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Over 50 feet - 75 feet/15.25 - 22.86 metres
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18
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Degree 4
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Over 75 feet/over 22.86 metres
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25
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WEATHER AND TERRAIN
This element is used to evaluate the risk of
falls in terms of the requirement to work on rough terrain in
inclement weather.
Notes to Raters
To be rated at degree 2, conditions at the
light-station must be such that a Lightkeeper is required to be
out of doors under adverse conditions, moving from one building
to another by way of difficult walkways, catwalks or paths over
rough or rocky terrain.
Adjacent rough shorelines or cliffs are not to be considered
unless they materially affect normal movement about the
light-station in the performance of the duties.
Rough terrain that affects only the delivery
of supplies is not to be considered.
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RATING SCALE - WEATHER AND TERRAIN
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Degree Definitions
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Points
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Degree 1
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Work requires being outdoors in inclement weather; terrain is normal with little risk of falls.
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4
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Degree 2
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Work requires being outdoors in inclement weather and
moving over rough and difficult terrain with risk of slips and falls.
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20
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LIMITATION ON OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
This element is used to evaluate the limitation on outdoor
activity in terms of the area and nature of the site of the
light-station.
Definition
"Area" includes not only the light-station property but the
accessible surrounding land area as well. Notes to
Raters
No points are allowed where a light-station and surrounding
accessible land area impose virtually no limitation on normal
outdoor activity.
A light-station is rated Degree 3 if it is a pier type, is
partially or completely surrounded by water or is situated on a
sand bar or rock ledge of very limited area and the surrounding
land area is not accessible under storm conditions.
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RATING SCALE - LIMITATIONS ON OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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Degree Definitions
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Points
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Degree 1
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Light-station site and surroundings have an accessible
land area of 10 acres/4.05 hectares or more and are usually detached from the mainland.
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9
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Degree 2
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Light-station site and surroundings have an accessible
land area less than 10 acres/4.05 hectares.
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27
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Degree 3
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Light-station site has little or no land area, e.g., tower in water.
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45
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DIFFICULTY OF ACCESS
TO COMMUNITY
This factor is used to evaluate the degree to which the
location of the light-station restricts access to the community
and affects the availability of medical assistance in times of
emergency.
DIFFICULTY OF REGULAR ACCESS
Definition
"Community" is the location that is the most convenient to the
light-station and to which the light-station staff most
frequently travel.
Notes to Raters
Conditions that restrict travel must occur during periods that
the light-station is manned by the light-keeping staff.
No points are allowed where a light-station is in or adjacent
to the community and where regular access is virtually
unrestricted.
The restriction on boat travel described in
degree 4 would usually be the result of the presence of ice.
RATING SCALE -
DIFFICULTY OF REGULAR ACCESS
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Degree Definitions
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Points
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Degree 1
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Community can be reached by motor vehicles at any time the light-station is in operation as an aid to navigation
except for occasional short periods of up to three days when
roads are impassable by vehicle.
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15
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Degree 2
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Community can be reached twice a week or more often throughout the period of light-station operation only by
using the light-station boat for part or all of the
journey;
OR
Community can be reached by motor vehicles at any time the light-station is in operation as an aid to navigation
except for continuous periods of more than three days but less than one month, when roads are impassable by vehicle.
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42
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Degree 3
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Community can be reached once a month or more often throughout the period of light-station operation only by
using the light-station boat for part or all of the
journey;
OR
Community can be reached by motor vehicles, but roads are impassable by vehicle for continuous periods of one month
or more.
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69
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Degree 4
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Community can only be reached by using the light-station boat for part or all of the journey in waters where
passage is normally not possible for a continuous period of one month or more.
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96
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Degree 5
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Community cannot be reached by road or by means of a small boat or launch of the type normally supplied to
light-stations.
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150
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EMERGENCY TRAVEL TIME
This element is used to evaluate the minimum time required to
transport an employee to a nursing station, doctor or hospital
when emergency medical assistance is required.
Notes to Raters
The definitions of the five degrees of this element are to be
applied to the minimum number of hours that would elapse, under
normal conditions, between the time transportation is summoned
and the arrival of the person requiring medical assistance at the
place where it is available. The number of hours is to be
calculated for the fastest form of transportation normally
available, traveling during daylight hours and under conditions
that permit the use of a ship or aircraft where these are the
fastest form of transportation normally available.
RATING SCALE - EMERGENCY TRAVEL TIME
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Degree Definitions
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Points
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Degree 1
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1 hour or less.
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5
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Degree 2
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More than 1 hour but less than 3.
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16
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Degree 3
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3 hours or more but less than 6.
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27
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Degree 4
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6 hours or more but less than 12.
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38
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Degree 5
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12 hours or more.
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50
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CLASSIFICATION PLAN - OTHER POSITIONS
The level of the Head Light keeper position at light-stations
is determined by the point-rating plan described in this
standard. The level of other positions at light-stations is
determined, in relation to that of the Head Light keeper, by
using the following classification plan:
Assistant Head Light keeper positions are to be
classified one level below that of the Head Light keeper at the
light-station.
Light keeper positions are to be classified
three levels below that of the Head Light keeper at the
light-station.
See page 6 for definitions of these positions.
The assignment of levels of classification in relation to the
level of the Head Light keeper is shown in the table below.
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Level of
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Level of Other Positions
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Head Light keeper
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Assistant Head Light keeper
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Light keeper
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1
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-
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-
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2
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-
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-
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3
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-
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-
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4
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3
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1
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5
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4
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2
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6
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5
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3
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7
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6
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4
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8
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7
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5
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9
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8
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6
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