Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Equipment may include:
point clips
locks
digging equipment
spanner
pinch bar
hammer
points winding equipment
Points may include:
swing nose
electro
pneumatic
manual
ground frames
trailable
Personal protective equipment may include:
high visibility clothing
protective footwear
hearing protection
eye protection
gloves
head protection
Relevant yard personnel may include:
yard coordinator
foreman shunter/shunting supervisor
senior driver

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 required knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
the timeframes typically expected for the work function and industrial environment
Compliance with OH&S regulations and other regulatory requirements
Assessment must include exercises which demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:
correct procedure for determining the location of points to be clipped
clipping and unclipping points correctly
applying and removing safety devices
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Performance is demonstrated in a suitable context
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessments, and/or
access to an appropriate relevant location in the rail yard
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including procedures, regulations and codes of practice
Method of assessment
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 such as a rail yard