Unit of competency Outline

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Prepare train

Prepare train

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIB2131A
State Code
WG191
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
21/04/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/11/2014
Field of Education
039907 - Rail Operations
Original Release Date
04/11/2014
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to prepare a train for operation in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.It includes conducting pre-departure checks and confirming the required train documentation. Licensing or certification requirements are not applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify pre-departure checks
  • 1.1 Required checks, and relevant procedures and standards are identified in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
  • 1.2 Constraints and special instructions that may apply for the journey are identified
  • 1.3 Where necessary, compliance with the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code and relevant regulatory requirements are identified
2 Implement pre-departure checks
  • 2.1 Locomotive control systems are set up and checked in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
  • 2.2 Train is checked to ensure that rolling stock is coupled and sequenced correctly
  • 2.3 Train braking systems are tested to ensure they are operating effectively in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
  • 2.4 Action is taken to rectify any identified faults to ensure minimum delay to planned running schedule
3 Confirm train can proceed
  • 3.1 Relevant personnel are advised of the result of completed checks
  • 3.2 Authority to proceed relevant to the operational situation is obtained and followed in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Constraints and special instructions may include:
speed restrictions
shunt requirements
ADG separation
locomotive marshalling
network owner requirements
Safety and protective equipment may include:
high visibility clothing
gloves
sunscreen and sunglasses
safety glasses
insect repellent
safety headwear and footwear
portable radios
mobile/satellite phones
hand lamps
flags
safety devices
hearing protection
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, organisational procedures may be known as:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
workplace procedures
established procedures
Information/documents may include:
train consists
train notices
out-of-gauge notices
dangerous goods documentation
brake certification
load/passenger manifests
OH&S and environmental protection legislation, codes of practice, policies and procedures
local instructions
emergency procedure documentation
manufacturer specifications
equipment operations manuals
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable regulations and legislation 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 including AS 4292 Railway safety management
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation
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 required 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
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, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AVK63 TLIB2131 Prepare train Unit of competency