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Conduct a general train examination

Conduct a general train examination

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIB0017
State Code
ODQ28
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/11/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/03/2022
Field of Education
039907 - Rail Operations
Original Release Date
14/03/2022
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to conduct a general train examination in accordance with workplace procedures and the requirements of relevant system of safeworking, regulations and codes of practice.It includes preparing for examination; undertaking a general train examination including rolling stock integrity, components and loading; and reporting examination results.This unit applies to train drivers required to conduct a general train examination.Work is performed with limited supervision 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 Prepare for general train examination
  • 1.1 Location of examination and information about rolling stock to be examined are obtained and activities are planned
  • 1.2 Equipment and records required for the examination are identified, obtained and prepared for use in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.3 Hazards are identified, risks assessed and risk control measures implemented
  • 1.4 Examination is started at planned time and location to minimise delays to train availability
  • 1.5 Train identification and status is confirmed and required actions are taken to ensure train remains safe for duration of examination
  • 1.6 Individual responsibilities required to complete examination are agreed with relevant personnel
  • 1.7 Conditions are assessed and necessary actions are taken to ensure examination is effective
2 Undertake general train examination
  • 2.1 Examination is undertaken in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Communication is maintained with relevant personnel to ensure safe, efficient and complete examination
  • 2.3 Condition of rolling stock, couplings and load are examined and dimensions are confirmed appropriate to wagon type and gauge outline requirements
  • 2.4 Irregularities are identified and appropriate actions are taken in accordance with workplace and/or rail network owner policies and procedures
  • 2.5 Obvious wagon or carriage faults and their locations are reported in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
  • 2.6 Apparent problems are investigated further and corrected where possible
3 Report examination results
  • 3.1 Conditions requiring urgent actions are reported in accordance with workplace policies and procedures, and appropriate actions are taken to initiate immediate response
  • 3.2 Relevant personnel are informed of remedial or other actions required prior to completion of examination
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVK24 TLIB4079 Conduct a general train examination Unit of competency