Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Worksites may include:
rail corridor
danger zone:
running line
parallel networks (adjacent access providers, shared corridor)
adjacent lines
sidings/yards
platforms/buildings
structures
Terminology used will be:
as defined by the Access Provider
Work may occur:
under varied visibility conditions
Safety assessment will be:
as defined within the workplace procedures
as defined in the safety assessment for work including:
view - line of sight
direction of approaching trains
speed of approaching trains
position of safety
changed local conditions
Communications may include:
receiving and passing on verbal messages/information
reporting unsafe situations and responding to emergencies
general safety and emergency messages
Safety clothing and equipment may include:
high visibility clothing
protective footwear
hearing protection
Where applicable, worksite protection equipment may include:
warning devices, whistles and sirens
railway track signals demarcation barriers
lights and flags
electronic devices
Information and documents may include:
workplace procedures, policies and work instructions
worksite protection plan
emergency plan
pre-work briefing and worksite protection plan
Unsafe situations may include:
risks to the individual
risks to other workers
risks to the public
risks to trains
risks to the physical assets of the network
Communication protocols may include:
general safety
transmitting and receiving messages:
identification
standard radio terms
phonetic alphabet
testing communications equipment
emergency messages

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 workplace rules and procedures
Assessment must include exercises which demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:
identifying responsibilities of handsignaller from explanation of site safety plan
identifying and selecting correct equipment and ensures functional condition
identifying potential risks
identifying unsafe and ineffective handsignalling positions
taking up handsignalling position that enables effective communication with rail traffic crew
using hand signal commands to instruct a rail traffic crew
applying procedures for the use of railway track signals
explaining appropriate action in the event of an unsafe situation and/or emergency
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 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 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