Unit of competency Outline
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Operate on-train remote control system
Operate on-train remote control system
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIC3018
TLIC3018
State Code
AVK02
AVK02
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
23/02/2016
Field of Education
039907 - Rail Operations
Original Release Date
23/02/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate an on-train remote control system in accordance with system of safeworking, regulatory requirements and workplace procedures.It includes positioning equipment and motive power units, operating the system and shutting it down after operation.People achieving competence in this unit will need to fulfil the applicable state/territory legislated rail safety requirements and to comply with relevant codes of practice and/or guidelines.Work is performed without supervision, generally within a team environment. On-train remote control equipment is any mechanism and operating system that allows the control of one motive power unit, which is part of a train, from another unit that is part of the same train.It involves the application of routine operational principles and procedures when operating the on-train remote control system, as part of workplace activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian rail system.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Position equipment and motive power unit/s
- 1.1 Remote control equipment and motive power units are positioned in required locations
- 1.2 Brake test is conducted on each train section with assistance from appropriate personnel
- 1.3 Front and rear train consists are coupled together to form one train in accordance with safe working techniques
- 1.4 Relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements are followed to prevent injury and damage
- 1.5 Relevant codes of practice, system of safeworking and work requirements are followed
2 Monitor and operate remote control equipment
- 2.1 Motive power units and control system set-up are checked to ensure safe operational status
- 2.2 Remote control equipment is operated and monitored in accordance with operational requirements during train movements to provide safe train handling and control
- 2.3 Operational difficulties encountered are addressed by re-establishing control of the motive power units with minimum risk to personnel and equipment
3 Shut down remote control equipment
- 3.1 Shutdown procedures of lead and remote control equipment are followed to ensure train security and de-activation of the system
- 3.2 Equipment indicators or functions are operated to ensure shutdown process is correct and complete
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D5031 | TLIC3018A | Operate on-train remote control system | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BHX8 | TLI42622 | Certificate IV in Train Driving | Qualification |
| BHG7 | TLI42621 | Certificate IV in Train Driving | Qualification |
| AWR7 | TLI42615 | Certificate IV in Train Driving | Qualification |