Unit of competency Outline
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22/07/2026 8:35 AM AWST
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Drive train to operational requirements
Drive train to operational requirements
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIC4019A
TLIC4019A
State Code
D5057
D5057
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/03/2014
Field of Education
039907 - Rail Operations
Original Release Date
21/03/2014
Nominal Hours
120
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to drive a train to operational requirements in accordance with safeworking and regulatory requirements and workplace procedures. This includes applying train management techniques to manage the movement of a train and, as the driver of a motive power unit, to conduct all movements and related activities required to achieve operational requirements. It also includes responding effectively to external factors and emergencies, handing over a train to a relief crew and stabling it at the end of a journey. Licensing or certification requirements are not applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Drive train efficiently and effectively
- 1.1 Motive power unit is operated in accordance with the relevant codes of practice, workplace procedures and instructions
- 1.2 Motive power unit is operated safely within track/road characteristics and conditions and to minimise wear and fuel use and avoid damage
- 1.3 Train is driven with due care for passenger comfort and/or condition of freight
- 1.4 Performance of equipment and rolling stock is monitored to maintain optimum running conditions and identify faults, defects and inefficiencies
- 1.5 Relevant codes of practice, OH&S and environmental requirements are followed to prevent injury and damage
2Complete train journey in accordance with operational requirements
- 2.1 Train documentation is received, interpreted and followed
- 2.2 Train is operated in accordance with documentation and procedures
- 2.3 Events and circumstances affecting planned running schedule are communicated to relevant personnel en route
- 2.4 Relevant codes of practice, safeworking and signalling requirements are followed throughout train operations
- 2.5 Train control other instructions are received, interpreted and applied to ensure safe and effective control of the train
- 2.6 Communications are maintained with train control and other relevant personnel during the train journey in accordance with the relevant codes of practice and safeworking systems
- 2.7 Instructions concerning train operation are given to relevant personnel to ensure safe and efficient running
3Respond to changed external operating factors
- 3.1 Instructions regarding changed external operating factors are verified, interpreted and followed, in accordance with relevant codes of practice, safeworking systems and organisational policies and procedures, to ensure that actions taken are appropriate and safe
- 3.2 Fixed and hand signals and verbal movement commands are interpreted and followed, in accordance with relevant codes of practice, safeworking systems&organisational policies&procedures, to ensure that actions taken are appropriate&safe
- 3.3 Hazardous situations are recognised and appropriate action is taken to minimise risk to passengers/freight and equipment
- 3.4 Emergency situations are recognised and actions are taken that are appropriate and safe
4Prepare train for crew hand-over
- 4.1 Relevant personnel are advised of condition and location of the train
- 4.2 Documentation is updated and faults identified en route are reported to relevant personnel in accordance with established policies and procedures
- 4.3 Incidents or unusual occurrences are recorded and reported to relevant personnel in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
5Stable train
- 5.1 Location for stabling of the train is confirmed with relevant personnel
- 5.2 Train is shunted and secured in accordance with directions, workplace procedures and relevant rail regulations
- 5.3 Safety devices are activated or put in position to ensure the safety of personnel and equipment
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.
Operations may be conducted:
by day or night
in all weather conditions
Motive power units may include all motive power units in service within Australian rail systems and may include:
diesel locomotives
electric locomotives
railcars
multiple units
electric multiple units
Rolling stock includes:
any rolling stock in service within Australian rail systems
Safety devices can 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 and road characteristics include:
track and bridge limitations
speed limitations
gauge limitation
curves and gradients
curfews
location of signals and crossings
emergency cross-overs
Relevant personnel can include:
train controllers
train examiners
maintenance personnel
train crews
yard and other operational personnel
those providing operational assistance
signals staff
passengers
station staff
Communication protocols may include:
general safety
emergency messages
testing communications equipment
transmitting and receiving messages
identification
standard radio terms
phonetic alphabet
spoken figures
Communications equipment may include:
oral, aural or signed communications
hand-held or portable two-way radio equipment
fixed and mobile telephone equipment
Direct Traffic Control (DTC) communications
Depending on the type of organisation concerned workplace procedures may be called:
standard operating procedures
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
site procedures
Information and documents may include:
motive power unit log book
train running sheets
time sheets
roadworthy certificate
equipment operation manuals and maintenance specifications
emergency procedure manuals relevant maintenance specifications
two-way radio operation procedures
maintenance notices, records and requests
isolation and lock-out procedures
procedures for using protective clothing and equipment
specified operating limits for motive power units
local instructions
emergency procedures manual
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:
legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each applicable state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
relevant Australian Standards and related requirements
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
relevant sate/territory environmental 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.
Operations may be conducted:
by day or night
in all weather conditions
Motive power units may include all motive power units in service within Australian rail systems and may include:
diesel locomotives
electric locomotives
railcars
multiple units
electric multiple units
Rolling stock includes:
any rolling stock in service within Australian rail systems
Safety devices can 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 and road characteristics include:
track and bridge limitations
speed limitations
gauge limitation
curves and gradients
curfews
location of signals and crossings
emergency cross-overs
Relevant personnel can include:
train controllers
train examiners
maintenance personnel
train crews
yard and other operational personnel
those providing operational assistance
signals staff
passengers
station staff
Communication protocols may include:
general safety
emergency messages
testing communications equipment
transmitting and receiving messages
identification
standard radio terms
phonetic alphabet
spoken figures
Communications equipment may include:
oral, aural or signed communications
hand-held or portable two-way radio equipment
fixed and mobile telephone equipment
Direct Traffic Control (DTC) communications
Depending on the type of organisation concerned workplace procedures may be called:
standard operating procedures
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
site procedures
Information and documents may include:
motive power unit log book
train running sheets
time sheets
roadworthy certificate
equipment operation manuals and maintenance specifications
emergency procedure manuals relevant maintenance specifications
two-way radio operation procedures
maintenance notices, records and requests
isolation and lock-out procedures
procedures for using protective clothing and equipment
specified operating limits for motive power units
local instructions
emergency procedures manual
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:
legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each applicable state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
relevant Australian Standards and related requirements
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
relevant sate/territory environmental 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
Assessment must include exercises which demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:
driving train according to equipment and track/road characteristics
identifying typical faults/defects that may occur
monitoring equipment in accordance with organisational requirements
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:
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
Assessment must include exercises which demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:
driving train according to equipment and track/road characteristics
identifying typical faults/defects that may occur
monitoring equipment in accordance with organisational requirements
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:
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S5651 | TLIC1907B | Drive train to operational requirements | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVJ83 | TLIC4019 | Drive train to operational requirements | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J805 | TLI42613 | Certificate IV in Train Driving | Qualification |
| W933 | TLI40410 | Certificate IV in Transport and Logistics (Rail Operations) | Qualification |