Unit of competency Outline
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Establish and operate train braking system
Establish and operate train braking system
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIC4071A
TLIC4071A
State Code
WI804
WI804
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
25
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to identify, establish and operate a train braking system after it has been marshalled and deals with brake system faults and failures.Licensing or certification requirements are not applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify and establish train braking system
- 1.1 Brake system and type to be used are identified
- 1.2 Confirmation is made that motive power unit is appropriate for braking system to be used
- 1.3 Correct coupling of braking system to motive power unit is established and/or confirmed in accordance with organisational policies and requirements
- 1.4 Air brake system is charged to required pressures in accordance with manufacturer requirements and tolerances
2 Operate and monitor train braking system
- 2.1 Relevant brake system tests are conducted in accordance with organisational policies and requirements
- 2.2 Train brakes are applied and released under normal operational conditions in accordance with correct train handling and organisational policies and procedures
- 2.3 Train brake system is monitored in accordance with organisational and/or operational requirements
3 Identify and rectify train braking system faults in during operation
- 3.1 Train braking system faults are identified during operation
- 3.2 Safe location to bring train to a stand is identified in accordance with train handling and organisational policies and procedures
- 3.3 Train brake system fault is located and rectified or isolated in accordance with manufacturer and/or organisational procedures
- 3.4 Relevant brake system tests are conducted in accordance with organisational policies and requirements
- 3.5 Train is operated in accordance with organisational 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.
Brake system types may include:
air brake
dual air/vacuum brake
electronically controlled pneumatic (ECP) braking
vacuum
Brake system tests may include:
air continuity test
brake leakage test
hose and pipe components repair or replacement
modified brake test
train brake test
Brake system faults may include:
brake equipment fault/failure
burst hose pipe/hose bag
collapsed vacuum hose
excessive leakage
external tampering
minor leakage
train separation
Safety and protective equipment may include:
communication equipment
end of train markers
flags
gloves
hand lamps
hearing protection
high visibility clothing
insect repellent
safety:
devices
footwear
glasses
headwear
sunscreen
Organisational procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
established procedures
workplace procedures
Brake system types may include:
air brake
dual air/vacuum brake
electronically controlled pneumatic (ECP) braking
vacuum
Brake system tests may include:
air continuity test
brake leakage test
hose and pipe components repair or replacement
modified brake test
train brake test
Brake system faults may include:
brake equipment fault/failure
burst hose pipe/hose bag
collapsed vacuum hose
excessive leakage
external tampering
minor leakage
train separation
Safety and protective equipment may include:
communication equipment
end of train markers
flags
gloves
hand lamps
hearing protection
high visibility clothing
insect repellent
safety:
devices
footwear
glasses
headwear
sunscreen
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVJ80 | TLIC4071 | Establish and operate train braking system | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J805 | TLI42613 | Certificate IV in Train Driving | Qualification |