Inspect and prepare a heritage steam locomotive

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
23/07/2026 12:14 AM AWST

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Unit of competency

National Code
TLIB4077

State Code
AVK26

TGA Status
Current

DTWD Status
Approved

Current Release Number
2.00

Current Release Date
22/11/2021

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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

190

Description

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to inspect and prepare a heritage steam locomotive in accordance with relevant workplace practices, rail regulations and codes of practice.It includes checking and preparing a heritage steam locomotive, visually examining a locomotive, conducting in-cab checks, and moving and positioning a locomotive for service in accordance with workplace procedures. 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 under minimal supervision, generally within a team environment. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1 Light fire and raise steam

1.1 Roster is checked and interpreted for day’s train driving activities
1.2 Allocation of locomotives is checked in accordance with notices and in conjunction with network control officer and roster clerk
1.3 Locomotive to be inspected and prepared is located in the yard
1.4 Pre-light-up procedures applicable to the type of fire box are identified and followed to enable safe boiler operation
1.5 Light-up procedures and safety practices are followed to build up steam within the boiler and to ensure ‘smoking’ is minimised
1.6 Instruments and equipment are monitored to ensure safe and efficient operation as steam pressure is raised to operating level
1.7 Where a problem is indicated, actions are taken to determine the cause and to rectify or report the situation

2 Prepare for heritage steam locomotive work activities

2.1 Roster is checked and interpreted for day’s train driving activities
2.2 Allocation of locomotives is checked as identified by notices and in conjunction with network control officer and roster clerk
2.3 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and risk control measures are implemented
2.4 Trackside safety and basic electrification awareness procedures are followed while locating allocated locomotive in the yard
2.5 Locomotive inspection and preparation duties are identified and interpreted
2.6 Train schedules, notices and other operational and regulatory documentation are accessed and interpreted
2.7 Communication equipment required for day’s operations is obtained and checked to ensure it is functional
2.8 Required personal protective equipment (PPE) is obtained for use prior to day’s train driving activities
2.9 Locomotive to be inspected and prepared is located in the yard

3 Inspect and prepare heritage steam locomotive

3.1 Features, functions and location of locomotive and associated equipment are identified
3.2 Logbook is checked to confirm serviceability of locomotive
3.3 Preparation and safety checks are conducted in accordance with work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) and other workplace policies and procedures
3.4 Locomotive, kit and equipment are checked and defects and deficiencies recorded and rectified, isolated, tagged or reported in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
3.5 Availability of appropriate fuel, lubricating oils, water and sand quantities are checked against journey requirements and appropriate actions are taken to replenish them, as required
3.6 Relevant WHS/OHS and regulatory requirements are followed

4 Conduct in-cab checks

4.1 Locomotive is checked in correct sequence and all equipment is confirmed to be operating to optimum requirements
4.2 Cab layout is checked and confirmed that it meets operating requirements
4.3 Pre-departure mechanical checks are correctly performed and correct functioning of equipment confirmed in accordance with workplace procedures and operating requirements
4.4 Operational controls and indicators are checked to ensure they are functioning correctly and appropriate actions taken if not working correctly
4.5 Communication equipment is checked to ensure it is functioning correctly and appropriate actions taken if not working correctly
4.6 Auxiliary equipment is checked and confirmed to be operational in accordance with operating requirements
4.7 Fire extinguisher, safety equipment, emergency toolbox and any other required equipment are checked to confirm they are in position and meet operational requirements
4.8 Pre-departure checks are carried out to ensure locomotive is braking and powering effectively and is safe to move

5 Complete documentation

5.1 Required documentation concerning inspecting, preparing and starting up locomotive is completed in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
5.2 Logbook and other service records on the locomotive are completed in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements

6 Position heritage steam locomotive

6.1 Authority to move and position locomotive is obtained and relevant personnel are advised of intention and procedures
6.2 Locomotive is operated in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements, within operating and operational constraints
6.3 Locomotive is positioned in accordance with operational requirements and directions
6.4 Locomotive performance is monitored during operation to confirm effective operation or to identify defects
6.5 Equipment defects are identified, rectified and recorded or relevant personnel are advised for assistance
6.6 Relevant WHS/OHS and regulatory requirements are followed to ensure safety and to prevent injury and damage
6.7 Network control officer and other relevant personnel are advised that locomotive is secured in the required position and is ready for service

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Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
D5011	TLIB4077A	Inspect and prepare a heritage steam locomotive	Unit of competency

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