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Conduct the duties of an assistant on a heritage locomotive

Conduct the duties of an assistant on a heritage locomotive

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIC3072
State Code
AVJ86
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/10/2015
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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
30
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to conduct the duties of an assistant on a heritage locomotive in accordance with workplace procedures and the requirements of relevant rail regulations and codes of practice.It includes carrying out or assisting with the following activities on a heritage locomotive in accordance with organisational requirements: checking, preparing and starting up prior to operation; coupling, uncoupling and shunting; assisting with operations and stabling. People achieving competence in this unit will need to fulfil the applicable state/territory legislated rail safety requirements and to comply with relevant codes of practice and/or guidelines when conducting the duties of an assistant on a heritage locomotive.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to assist with operating a heritage locomotive
  • 1.1 Roster is checked and interpreted for day’s operational activities
  • 1.2 Allocation of locomotive is checked and confirmed
  • 1.3 Train schedules/notices and other operational and regulatory documentation is accessed and interpreted in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.4 Personal protective equipment required for operating locomotive is obtained
  • 1.5 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and control measures are implemented
  • 1.6 Trackside safety and basic electrification awareness procedures are followed while locating allocated locomotive
2 Assist with preparing and starting a heritage locomotive
  • 2.1 Logbook is checked to confirm serviceability of locomotive
  • 2.2 Locomotive is confirmed as being securely stabled prior to commencing preparation and safety checks
  • 2.3 Preparation and safety checks are conducted in accordance with work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) and other workplace policies and procedures
  • 2.4 Fluid levels and mechanical equipment are checked and appropriate action is taken as required
  • 2.5 Locomotive is started in accordance with manufacturer and/or organisational instructions
  • 2.6 For critical or serious equipment faults that cannot be readily rectified, locomotive is shut down, faulty equipment is isolated and tagged, and problem is reported for rectification
  • 2.7 All instruments and gauges are observed, readings are interpreted to confirm effective air and electrical operation, and where a problem is indicated, action is taken to determine cause and to rectify or report the situation
  • 2.8 Fluid levels are rechecked after starting and appropriate action is taken as required
  • 2.9 Assistance is provided with pre-departure checks
  • 2.10 Logbook and other service records on the locomotive are completed in accordance with organisational requirements
3 Assist with coupling, uncoupling and securing rail vehicles
  • 3.1 Rail vehicles are positioned to meet coupling requirements in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
  • 3.2 Coupling systems are identified and applied appropriately to couple and/or uncouple rail vehicles
  • 3.3 Connecting hoses and electrical couplings are connected/disconnected in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
  • 3.4 Hand brakes and other securing devices are applied/released and attached/removed in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
4 Assist with operating a heritage locomotive
  • 4.1 Safeworking activities are undertaken in accordance with organisational and/or network owner policies and procedures
  • 4.2 Supervisory controls and indicators are monitored and operated in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
  • 4.3 Assistance is provided with communications for network control officer and ground staff
  • 4.4 Observation of all aspects of the rail corridor and environs is maintained and communicated to driver in accordance with organisational and/or network owner policies and procedures
  • 4.5 If driver is incapacitated train is stopped, Network Control Officer is informed and instructions are followed in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
  • 4.6 Assistance with locomotive operation is provided as requested by driver
5 Assist with stabling a heritage locomotive
  • 5.1 Locomotive is secured in accordance with directions, organisational procedures and rail regulations
  • 5.2 Locomotive is shut down in accordance with manufacturer and/or operator instructions
  • 5.3 Logbook and other service records on the locomotive are completed in accordance with organisational requirements
  • 5.4 Cab is secured in accordance with organisational procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WG206 TLIC3072A Conduct the duties of an assistant on a heritage locomotive Unit of competency