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Access rail track to run track vehicle within defined worksite

Access rail track to run track vehicle within defined worksite

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIC2054
State Code
AVK14
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
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
15
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to safely access the rail track to run a track vehicle within a defined worksite on a rail network during rail work activities.It includes accessing defined worksites, running track vehicle within defined worksite and exiting defined worksite. 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.The unit includes the application of Rail Infrastructure Manager safeworking system rules, procedures and protocols for rail safety. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Access defined worksite
  • 1.1 Authority to enter the defined worksite is confirmed with protection officer
  • 1.2 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and control measures are implemented
  • 1.3 Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is used in accordance with Rail Infrastructure Manager requirements
  • 1.4 Limits of defined worksite and type of track protection provided are identified and confirmed
  • 1.5 Communication with protection officer is maintained in accordance with workplace procedures
2 Run track vehicle within defined worksite
  • 2.1 Permission for all rail movements within worksite is obtained from protection officer
  • 2.2 Speed limit is observed for type or classification of track vehicle and type of track
  • 2.3 Speed limit is varied to meet local conditions
  • 2.4 Track vehicle is managed to be able to stop short of any workers or obstruction on track
  • 2.5 Unsafe situations and/or emergencies are identified, and appropriate action is taken in accordance with workplace procedures
3 Exit defined worksite
  • 3.1 Protection Officer is notified when clear of the defined worksite
  • 3.2 Communications with Network Control Officer is maintained using appropriate communications protocols and systems, in accordance with Rail Infrastructure Manager requirements and workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WG199 TLIC2054B Access rail track to run track vehicle within defined worksite Unit of competency