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Operate urban passenger train
Operate urban passenger train
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIC4024A
TLIC4024A
State Code
D5059
D5059
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/10/2014
Field of Education
039907 - Rail Operations
Original Release Date
30/10/2014
Nominal Hours
200
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate an urban passenger train in accordance with safeworking and regulatory requirements and workplace procedures. This includes driving an urban train efficiently and effectively; assisting passengers as required; carrying out pre- and post-operation checks and terminus inspections; responding effectively to abnormal situations, incidents and external operating factors; and stabling an urban train in accordance with workplace requirements. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Drive urban train efficiently and effectively
- 1.1 Train is operated in accordance with the relevant codes of practice, workplace procedures and instructions
- 1.2 Train is operated safely within track/road characteristics and route conditions
- 1.3 Train operations are controlled to minimise wear and fuel use and avoid damage
- 1.4 Train is operated with due care for passenger comfort and quality of ride
- 1.5 Train is safely operated to specified timetable and schedule in accordance with on-time running standards
- 1.6 Performance of equipment and rolling stock is monitored to maintain optimum running conditions and identify faults, defects and efficiencies
- 1.7 Relevant codes of practice, OH&S and environmental requirements are followed to prevent injury and damage
2Assist passengers
- 2.1 Passenger needs when boarding the train are monitored and identified in accordance with workplace procedures and customer service standards
- 2.2 Passengers are given appropriate assistance in accordance with workplace procedures
- 2.3 Passengers with disabilities and/or difficulties are identified and given appropriate assistance when embarking/disembarking to/from the train
- 2.4 Where applicable, passengers are advised of station identification, emergency situations and other critical information, using the train communications system
- 2.5 Train control and other instructions are received, interpreted and applied to ensure safe and effective control of the train
- 2.6 Communications are maintained with traffic control and other relevant officers during the train journey in accordance with the workplace procedures, relevant codes of practice and safeworking systems
- 2.7 Instructions concerning train operation are given to relevant personnel to ensure safe and efficient on-time running
3Carry out train inspections
- 3.1 Pre- and post-operation checks and terminus inspections are carried out in accordance with workplace procedures
- 3.2 Train visual checks are made in accordance with workplace procedures
- 3.3 Problems and defects are identified and reported/rectified in accordance with workplace procedures, other regulatory requirements and manufacturers instructions
- 3.4 Cleanliness and tidiness of train are checked, if required, and appropriate action is taken to maintain quality standards in accordance with workplace procedures
- 3.5 Incidents or unusual occurrences are recorded and reported to relevant personnel in accordance with established policies and procedures
4Respond effectively to abnormal situations and external operating factors
- 4.1 Abnormal operating situations are identified and appropriate action is taken to report and/or respond to the situations in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
- 4.2 Hazardous situations are recognised and appropriate action is taken to minimise risk to personnel and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures and OH&S and regulatory requirements
- 4.3 Safety and other incidents are identified and dealt with in accordance with workplace procedures and OH&S and regulatory requirements
- 4.4 Appropriate communications are maintained with relevant personnel during safety and other incidents in accordance with workplace procedures and OH&S and regulatory requirements
- 4.5 Instructions are verified, when required, interpreted and followed, in accordance with relevant codes of practice, safeworking systems and requirements and workplace policies and procedures, to ensure that actions taken are appropriate and safe
- 4.6 Fixed and hand signals and verbal movement commands are interpreted and followed, in accordance with relevant codes of practice, safeworking systems and workplace policies and procedures, to ensure that actions taken are appropriate and safe
- 4.7 Reports on safety and other incidents are completed and referred to appropriate personnel in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
5Stable urban train
- 5.1 Urban train is stabled in accordance with workplace instructions and procedures
- 5.2 Post-operational checks of the train are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures
- 5.3 If required, problems and defects are identified and reported/rectified in accordance with workplace procedures, regulatory requirements and manufacturers instructions
- 5.4 Safety devices are activated or put in position to ensure the safety of personnel and equipment
- 5.5 Required documentation on train operations is completed in accordance with workplace procedures
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Trains may be:
any urban train operated in the Australian rail system
Operations may be conducted:
by day or night in all relevant weather conditions
Safety devices may include:
power brakes
hand brakes
chocks
lock-out equipment to prevent train from moving
emergency and safety equipment such as vigilance control and deadman relays
Track/road characteristics include:
track/bridge limitations
speed limitations
gauge limitation
curves and gradients
curfews
location of signals and crossings
emergency cross-overs
Abnormal situations may include but are not limited to:
technology failure
illness
signals in stop mode
assault
brawls
false alarm
passenger initiated alarm
track obstructions
passenger caught in self-closing doors
pedestrians crossing the track
suicide on the track
level crossing accidents
incorrect information or failure in communications
overhead wiring failure
Relevant personnel can include:
train controllers
train examiners
maintenance personnel
those providing operational assistance
signals staff
passengers
station staff
Communication protocols may include but are not limited to:
general safety
emergency messages
testing communications equipment
sending and receiving messages
identification
standard radio terms
phonetic alphabet
spoken figures
Communications equipment may include but is not limited to:
train intercom
hand-held or portable radio equipment
fixed radio equipment
computer-based communications equipment
specialised testing facilities
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
Information/documents may include:
applicable legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
operational instructions, protocols, policies and procedures, including:
train operation procedures
pre- and post-operation and terminus inspection procedures
procedures to prevent trains from moving unintentionally or against safeworking rules
track speed, length and limitations
procedures for monitoring and complying with signals
procedures for operating in accordance with track/route conditions
train log or record book
train running sheets
procedures/instructions for dealing with emergencies or abnormal situations
quality and customer service standards, policies and procedures
maintenance notices, records and requests
specified operating limits for trains
local instructions
communication equipment procedures
equipment operation manuals and maintenance specifications
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable procedures and codes may include:
relevant state/territory codes of practice and safeworking system requirements
relevant Australian standards and related requirements including AS 4292 Part 1
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Trains may be:
any urban train operated in the Australian rail system
Operations may be conducted:
by day or night in all relevant weather conditions
Safety devices may include:
power brakes
hand brakes
chocks
lock-out equipment to prevent train from moving
emergency and safety equipment such as vigilance control and deadman relays
Track/road characteristics include:
track/bridge limitations
speed limitations
gauge limitation
curves and gradients
curfews
location of signals and crossings
emergency cross-overs
Abnormal situations may include but are not limited to:
technology failure
illness
signals in stop mode
assault
brawls
false alarm
passenger initiated alarm
track obstructions
passenger caught in self-closing doors
pedestrians crossing the track
suicide on the track
level crossing accidents
incorrect information or failure in communications
overhead wiring failure
Relevant personnel can include:
train controllers
train examiners
maintenance personnel
those providing operational assistance
signals staff
passengers
station staff
Communication protocols may include but are not limited to:
general safety
emergency messages
testing communications equipment
sending and receiving messages
identification
standard radio terms
phonetic alphabet
spoken figures
Communications equipment may include but is not limited to:
train intercom
hand-held or portable radio equipment
fixed radio equipment
computer-based communications equipment
specialised testing facilities
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
Information/documents may include:
applicable legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
operational instructions, protocols, policies and procedures, including:
train operation procedures
pre- and post-operation and terminus inspection procedures
procedures to prevent trains from moving unintentionally or against safeworking rules
track speed, length and limitations
procedures for monitoring and complying with signals
procedures for operating in accordance with track/route conditions
train log or record book
train running sheets
procedures/instructions for dealing with emergencies or abnormal situations
quality and customer service standards, policies and procedures
maintenance notices, records and requests
specified operating limits for trains
local instructions
communication equipment procedures
equipment operation manuals and maintenance specifications
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable procedures and codes may include:
relevant state/territory codes of practice and safeworking system requirements
relevant Australian standards and related requirements including AS 4292 Part 1
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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 underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to 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 workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
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 at the registered training organisation, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
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 underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to 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 workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
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 at the registered training organisation, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
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| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W933 | TLI40410 | Certificate IV in Transport and Logistics (Rail Operations) | Qualification |