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Operate and monitor a heritage steam locomotive
Operate and monitor a heritage steam locomotive
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIC3030A
TLIC3030A
State Code
D5035
D5035
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/10/2014
Field of Education
039907 - Rail Operations
Original Release Date
30/10/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate and monitor and a heritage steam locomotive in accordance with relevant workplace practices, rail regulations and codes of practice. It includes operating the controls of a steam locomotive; and monitoring its performance and maintaining its operational condition during a journey. It also includes working collaboratively with other train crew and relevant personnel. This unit replaces part of the previous unit TDTC1401A Prepare, operate, monitor and stable steam locomotive. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Operate steam locomotive
- 1.1 Steam locomotive handling techniques and track and road knowledge are interpreted and applied to eliminate or minimise risk of injury to personnel or damage to equipment, rolling stock and load
- 1.2 Acceleration and braking techniques are applied safely within track and road and weather conditions
- 1.3 Movement of steam locomotive between sections ensures that all rolling stock is positioned safely in accordance with relevant codes of practice, safeworking systems, and related requirements
2Operate and monitor on-board equipment
- 2.1 Steam locomotive equipment is monitored and operated to maintain optimum running conditions and identify faults, defects and deficiencies
- 2.2 Appropriate action is taken in response to identified faults, defects and deficiencies to ensure safe operation of steam locomotive, including communications with operations controller where necessary.
- 2.3 Faults, defects and deficiencies are assessed to determine risk of damage to equipment or injury to personnel
3Respond effectively to external operating factors
- 3.1 Instructions are verified, when required, interpreted and followed, in accordance with relevant codes of practice, rail regulatory requirements and organisational policies and procedures, to ensure that actions taken are appropriate and safe
- 3.2 Fixed and hand signals and verbal movement commands are interpreted and followed, in accordance with relevant rail regulations and codes of practice and workplace policies and procedures, to ensure that actions taken are appropriate and safe
- 3.3 Hazardous situations are recognised and interpreted and appropriate initiatives and action are taken to minimise risk to personnel and equipment as per workplace procedures and applicable regulatory requirements
4Work collaboratively with other train crew and relevant personnel
- 4.1 Safe operation and monitoring of the steam locomotive is maintained in collaboration with other members of the train crew, train controllers and other relevant personnel as per workplace requirements and the principles of rail resource management
- 4.2 Any potential or actual conflicts or grievances with other members of the train crew, train controllers and other relevant personnel during the operation of the steam locomotive are recognised and resolved in accordance with workplace procedures and the principles of rail resource management
5Communicate with train crew, train controllers and other personnel
- 5.1 Regular communication is maintained with train crew, train controllers, drivers of other trains and other relevant personnel in the course of operation of the steam locomotive as per workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
- 5.2 Train crew, train controllers, drivers of other trains and other relevant personnel are advised of operational problems, delays, safety incidents and emergency situations that may arise in the course of operation of the heritage steam locomotive
- 5.3 Information provided by train crew, train controllers, drivers of other trains and other relevant personnel relevant to the ongoing operation of the steam locomotive is interpreted and applied to driving activities as per workplace procedures and applicable regulatory requirements
6Follow all applicable rail regulatory requirements
- 6.1 Rail regulatory requirements applicable to the operation of the steam locomotive and the train and track or road concerned are accessed, understood and interpreted
- 6.2 Relevant rail regulatory requirement are applied and followed in the course of operation of the steam locomotive
- 6.3 Principles of rail resource management are applied in all rail operations involving the steam locomotive as per workplace procedures and applicable rail regulatory requirements
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Operations may be conducted:
by day or night in all relevant weather conditions
Heritage steam locomotives may include:
any heritage steam locomotives in service within Australia
Equipment on a steam locomotive may include:
steam locomotive instrumentation (gauges)
feed water controls
boiler controls and safety devices
braking systems
driving and other operational controls
communication systems
warning equipment
ancillary systems
vigilance systems
traction systems
head and marker lights
Communications equipment may include:
portable and fixed two way radio
mobile phone
Auxiliary equipment may include:
steam regulator
cab sprinkler
gauges
generator
sandboxes
whistle
steam turbine generator
all ancillary valves
hand brake
injectors
lubricators
gauge glasses
blower
damper
cylinder cocks
mechanical stoker
oil burning apparatus
Risk minimisation may require differentiating between faults, defects and deficiencies that:
do not present a hazard and could be attended to under running maintenance or in a normal maintenance schedule
present a potential hazard and need to be attended to under running maintenance or at the next most practical opportunity
present an immediate hazard and require immediate attention
Relevant personnel may include:
train crew
train controllers and signallers
rostering supervisors and staff
other train drivers and crews
depot coordinators
yard masters, supervisors and other operational personnel
service delivery supervisors
station yard staff
maintenance personnel
immediate internal or external customers
Action taken upon the identification of faults, defects or deficiencies may include:
reporting the problem and carrying out repairs (depending on the level and extent of work required), or isolating and tagging the faulty equipment and advising appropriate personnel of the fault and need for repair or replacement
Depending on the organisation concerned workplace procedures may be called:
standard operating procedures
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
Safety and personal protective equipment may include:
gloves
sunscreen and sunglasses
safety glasses
insect repellent
safety headwear and footwear
two-way radios
hand lamps
flags
safety devices
audible indicators
breathing equipment
fire extinguishers
high visibility clothing
hearing protection
Information and documents may include:
applicable legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
steam locomotive operational records and user log books
maintenance notices, records and requests
preparation sheets certificates and service dockets
train running sheets
time sheets
roadworthy certificate
train wire (status list, dangerous goods list, consist information, etc.)
automatic train protection parameters
operational instructions, policies and procedures, including: those related to preventing steam locomotives from moving; track speed, length and load limitations; monitoring and complying with signals; and procedures for operating in accordance with specific track conditions
documented details of the train including length and weight
emergency procedures manual
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:
applicable legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
relevant Australian Standards and related requirements
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Operations may be conducted:
by day or night in all relevant weather conditions
Heritage steam locomotives may include:
any heritage steam locomotives in service within Australia
Equipment on a steam locomotive may include:
steam locomotive instrumentation (gauges)
feed water controls
boiler controls and safety devices
braking systems
driving and other operational controls
communication systems
warning equipment
ancillary systems
vigilance systems
traction systems
head and marker lights
Communications equipment may include:
portable and fixed two way radio
mobile phone
Auxiliary equipment may include:
steam regulator
cab sprinkler
gauges
generator
sandboxes
whistle
steam turbine generator
all ancillary valves
hand brake
injectors
lubricators
gauge glasses
blower
damper
cylinder cocks
mechanical stoker
oil burning apparatus
Risk minimisation may require differentiating between faults, defects and deficiencies that:
do not present a hazard and could be attended to under running maintenance or in a normal maintenance schedule
present a potential hazard and need to be attended to under running maintenance or at the next most practical opportunity
present an immediate hazard and require immediate attention
Relevant personnel may include:
train crew
train controllers and signallers
rostering supervisors and staff
other train drivers and crews
depot coordinators
yard masters, supervisors and other operational personnel
service delivery supervisors
station yard staff
maintenance personnel
immediate internal or external customers
Action taken upon the identification of faults, defects or deficiencies may include:
reporting the problem and carrying out repairs (depending on the level and extent of work required), or isolating and tagging the faulty equipment and advising appropriate personnel of the fault and need for repair or replacement
Depending on the organisation concerned workplace procedures may be called:
standard operating procedures
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
Safety and personal protective equipment may include:
gloves
sunscreen and sunglasses
safety glasses
insect repellent
safety headwear and footwear
two-way radios
hand lamps
flags
safety devices
audible indicators
breathing equipment
fire extinguishers
high visibility clothing
hearing protection
Information and documents may include:
applicable legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
steam locomotive operational records and user log books
maintenance notices, records and requests
preparation sheets certificates and service dockets
train running sheets
time sheets
roadworthy certificate
train wire (status list, dangerous goods list, consist information, etc.)
automatic train protection parameters
operational instructions, policies and procedures, including: those related to preventing steam locomotives from moving; track speed, length and load limitations; monitoring and complying with signals; and procedures for operating in accordance with specific track conditions
documented details of the train including length and weight
emergency procedures manual
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:
applicable legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
relevant Australian Standards and related requirements
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to 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 workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
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 at the registered training organisation, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
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:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to 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 workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
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 at the registered training organisation, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVJ98 | TLIC3030 | Operate and monitor a heritage steam locomotive | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J805 | TLI42613 | Certificate IV in Train Driving | Qualification |