Unit of competency Outline
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Conduct pre-movement checks on rolling stock
Conduct pre-movement checks on rolling stock
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIB3129A
TLIB3129A
State Code
WG196
WG196
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
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to conduct pre-movement checks on rolling stock in accordance with relevant workplace practices, regulations and codes of practice.It includes conducting pre-movement checks, moving and stabling the rolling stock in accordance with organisational requirements.Licensing or certification requirements are not applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Carry out pre-movement checks
- 1.1 Allocation of rolling stock is checked in conjunction with appropriate personnel
- 1.2 Rolling stock to be inspected and prepared is located
- 1.3 Completion of all maintenance activities is confirmed
- 1.4 Checks for safety controls are conducted in accordance with organisational procedures
- 1.5 Internal and external integrity checks are conducted in accordance with organisational procedures
- 1.6 Where required, fluid levels are checked and appropriate action is taken as required
2 Move rolling stock
- 2.1 Rolling stock is shunted in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or organisational procedures, and any faults are recognised, diagnosed, reported and recorded in appropriate records for follow-up
- 2.2 For critical or serious equipment faults that cannot be readily rectified, rolling stock shunt is halted, faulty equipment isolated and tagged, and problem is reported for rectification
- 2.3 Functionality of equipment is interpreted to confirm effective air and electrical operation, and where a problem is indicated, action is taken to determine the cause and to rectify or report the situation
- 2.4 Where required, fluid levels are rechecked after starting and appropriate action is taken if required
3 Stable rolling stock
- 3.1 Correct clearances for stabling location are confirmed
- 3.2 Rolling stock is secured in accordance with organisational procedures
- 3.3 Where required, personal or equipment lockouts are applied in accordance with organisational procedures
- 3.4 Where applicable, appropriate documentation is completed in accordance with organisational 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.
Rolling stock may include:
freight wagons
passenger cars
railcars
track maintenance equipment
Inspecting rolling stock may include:
lights
couplings
doors and door locks
springs
brake equipment
wheels
seals
electrical cables
glass windows and doors
audible faults (e.g. hiss of escaping air)
visible faults (e.g. oil leaks, tears and cracks)
Relevant personnel may include:
train crews
train controllers and signallers
depot coordinators
yard masters, supervisors
contractors
third parties
maintenance personnel
cleaning personnel
Rolling stock may include:
freight wagons
passenger cars
railcars
track maintenance equipment
Inspecting rolling stock may include:
lights
couplings
doors and door locks
springs
brake equipment
wheels
seals
electrical cables
glass windows and doors
audible faults (e.g. hiss of escaping air)
visible faults (e.g. oil leaks, tears and cracks)
Relevant personnel may include:
train crews
train controllers and signallers
depot coordinators
yard masters, supervisors
contractors
third parties
maintenance personnel
cleaning personnel
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
Assessment must include exercises which demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:
identifying who is responsible for authorising the movement of rolling stock
identifying all activities carried out prior to moving rolling stock
identifying rolling stock stabling 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
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
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
Assessment must include exercises which demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:
identifying who is responsible for authorising the movement of rolling stock
identifying all activities carried out prior to moving rolling stock
identifying rolling stock stabling 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
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVK30 | TLIB3129 | Conduct pre-movement checks on rolling stock | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J537 | TLI32813 | Certificate III in Rail Yard Coordination | Qualification |