Unit of competency Outline

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Assist with train operations

Assist with train operations

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIL4083
State Code
AVI48
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/10/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
23/02/2016
Field of Education
039907 - Rail Operations
Original Release Date
23/02/2016
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to assist with train operations as a driver assistant or secondperson, in accordance with organisational procedures, safeworking system and codes of practice. It includes assisting with train preparations and train operation when loading/unloading, taking charge of or handing over, and/or stabling a train.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.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and risk control measures are implemented
  • 1.4 Assistance is provided with preoperational 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 ontime 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 stabling train in accordance with safeworking 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 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
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI828 TLIL4083A Assist with train operations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODP83 TLIL0006 Assist with rail traffic operations Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AWR7 TLI42615 Certificate IV in Train Driving Qualification