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Start up and shut down a single locomotive

Start up and shut down a single locomotive

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIB0132
State Code
AVK87
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
15
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to start up and shut down a single locomotive.It includes inspecting, preparing and starting up a single locomotive; conducting in-cab and post start-up checks; completing start-up documentation; stabling locomotive; and carrying out post-operational checks.Locomotives may include: diesel locomotiveselectric locomotivesrailcars.This work is conducted as part of operating locomotives and may be carried out by different personnel working within rail operations.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Inspect and prepare locomotive
  • 1.1 Identification and location of locomotive is confirmed
  • 1.2 Logbook and locomotive are checked for out of service indications and to confirm serviceability
  • 1.3 Locomotive kit and equipment are checked, as required, and defects and deficiencies are recorded and rectified, isolated, tagged or reported, as required, in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.4 Fuel, lubricating oils, water, coolant and sand equipment are checked, as required, and then replenished, as required, in accordance with manufacturer and/or workplace procedures
  • 1.5 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and control measures are implemented
  • 1.6 External visual checks are conducted in accordance with manufacturer and/or workplace policies and procedures
2 Start up locomotive
  • 2.1 Locomotive is started in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Operating faults are identified, diagnosed, rectified and/or reported and recorded in appropriate records
  • 2.3 All instruments and gauges are observed and readings are interpreted to confirm effective operation in accordance with manufacturer and/or workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Fluid levels are rechecked after starting, as required, and appropriate action is taken, as required
3 Conduct in-cab checks
  • 3.1 Locomotive in-cab checks are conducted in accordance with manufacturer and/or workplace policies and procedures
  • 3.2 Vigilance and safety controls and indicators are checked to ensure they are functioning correctly and appropriate actions are taken if they are not working correctly
  • 3.3 Communications equipment is checked to ensure it is functioning correctly and appropriate actions are taken if it is not working correctly
  • 3.4 Personal in-cab equipment and crew comfort requirements are checked and adjusted for correct functionality and comfort
  • 3.5 Auxiliary and emergency equipment is checked and confirmed to be operational in accordance with operating requirements
4 Conduct post start-up checks
  • 4.1 Post start-up checks are carried out to ensure locomotive is braking and powering effectively and is safe to move in accordance with manufacturer and/or workplace policies and procedures
  • 4.2 Communications equipment is obtained and checked, as required, to ensure it is functional
  • 4.3 Pantographs are raised or lowered and confirmed to be operational, if pantograph are fitted, in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or workplace procedures
5 Complete start-up documentation
  • 5.1 All required documentation concerning inspecting the locomotive is completed and processed in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
  • 5.2 Logbook and other locomotive service records are completed and stored in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
6 Stable locomotive
  • 6.1 Location for stabling locomotive is identified and confirmed with appropriate personnel
  • 6.2 Directions of appropriate personnel are interpreted and followed as required
  • 6.3 Locomotive is stabled and shut down in accordance with manufacturer and/or workplace procedures
  • 6.4 Locomotive is secured in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
  • 6.5 Control equipment and cab are secured in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
  • 6.6 Additional protection is set in place, as required, in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
7 Carry out post-operational checks
  • 7.1 Fuel, oil, water and sand levels are checked, as required, and then replenished, as required
  • 7.2 Outcomes of post-operational checks are recorded and processed in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
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State Code National Code Title Type
WG187 TLIB0132A Start up and shut down a single locomotive Unit of competency