Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 8:50 AM AWST
22/07/2026 8:50 AM AWST
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Assist with train operations
Assist with train operations
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIL4083A
TLIL4083A
State Code
WI828
WI828
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/03/2014
Field of Education
039907 - Rail Operations
Original Release Date
21/03/2014
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to assist with train operations as a driver assistant or second-person, in accordance with organisational procedures, and relevant safe working regulations and codes of practice. Licensing or certification requirements are not applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Assist with preparing for train operation and train handover
- 1.1 Documentation/information is obtained and interpreted to confirm consist information and constraints or characteristics of load in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
- 1.2 Visual inspection of equipment is carried out and identified faults or defects are appropriately reported in accordance with manufacturer specifications and organisational policies and procedures
- 1.3 Assistance is provided with pre-operational checking and testing of equipment in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
2 Assist with train operation in transit
- 2.1 Motive power unit is monitored in conjunction with driver, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
- 2.2 Guidance is provided to driver while stopping and starting to ensure safety of personnel and equipment
- 2.3 Train running is monitored and recorded to assist with on-time running in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
- 2.4 Performance of equipment and rolling stock is monitored to identify faults or defects and appropriate action is taken in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
- 2.5 Security of load is monitored and identified abnormalities are dealt with in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
- 2.6 Signals and track/road are monitored and confirmed in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
3 Assist with handing over or stabling train
- 3.1 Appropriate assistance is provided when train is stabled in accordance with safe working system requirements, operational instructions and organisational policies and procedures
- 3.2 Safety devices are activated or put in position in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
- 3.3 During handing over or stabling a train, documentation relevant to train and activities undertaken in transit is updated and provided to relief crew or is completed and forwarded to appropriate personnel in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
- 3.4 Relevant housekeeping activities are completed prior to handover/stabling in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Documentation/information may include:
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
loading/unloading information
motive power unit logbook
maintenance notices and records
organisational procedures and job specifications
passenger train timetables
requests
shunting requirements
train consist forms
train register books
train running sheets
Visual inspections may include:
air leakage
couplings for signs of wear or damage
flexible connections and fittings for signs of wear or damage
fuel, oil and water
motive power unit equipment end of train monitoring device
rolling stock for defects
wheels and braking equipment for signs of wear or damage
Pre-operational equipment tests may include:
air continuity test
ancillary equipment
brake testing
stretch tests
Safety devices may include:
power, hand brakes and lock-out equipment to prevent motive power unit/train from moving
Organisational procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
established procedures
workplace procedures
Documentation/information may include:
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
loading/unloading information
motive power unit logbook
maintenance notices and records
organisational procedures and job specifications
passenger train timetables
requests
shunting requirements
train consist forms
train register books
train running sheets
Visual inspections may include:
air leakage
couplings for signs of wear or damage
flexible connections and fittings for signs of wear or damage
fuel, oil and water
motive power unit equipment end of train monitoring device
rolling stock for defects
wheels and braking equipment for signs of wear or damage
Pre-operational equipment tests may include:
air continuity test
ancillary equipment
brake testing
stretch tests
Safety devices may include:
power, hand brakes and lock-out equipment to prevent motive power unit/train from moving
Organisational procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
established procedures
workplace procedures
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:
required knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and organisational procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.
Resources for assessment include access to:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace.
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including organisational procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.
Method of assessment
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests.
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:
required knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and organisational procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.
Resources for assessment include access to:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace.
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including organisational procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.
Method of assessment
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests.
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVI48 | TLIL4083 | Assist with train operations | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J805 | TLI42613 | Certificate IV in Train Driving | Qualification |