Unit of competency Outline
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22/07/2026 6:56 AM AWST
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Identify, diagnose and rectify minor faults on motive power units and rolling stock
Identify, diagnose and rectify minor faults on motive power units and rolling stock
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIB4080A
TLIB4080A
State Code
WI794
WI794
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
25
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to identify, diagnose and rectify minor faults in accordance with workplace requirements, including identifying repair requirements, conducting minor repairs, checking and reporting minor repairs. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify faults, defects and deficiencies
- 1.1 Operational capability of rolling stock and/or motive power unit ancillary equipment is evaluated
- 1.2 Faulty or damaged components or equipment are identified and assessed
- 1.3 Impact of faults on work requirements is identified and safe operating capabilities are evaluated
- 1.4 Work areas and equipment are made safe for inspection
2 Conduct minor repairs
- 2.1 Minor repairs are carried out in accordance with manufacturer specifications and organisational procedures
- 2.2 Equipment, tools and required materials are operated, applied and handled in accordance with work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and manufacturer specifications to prevent injury and damage
3 Check and report minor repairs
- 3.1 Minor repairs are checked for compliance with safety
- 3.2 Equipment is checked to ensure it conforms to organisational standards
- 3.3 Repairs are recorded in appropriate records or logbooks
- 3.4 Operational capabilities are monitored and further evaluated
- 3.5 Communication is maintained with relevant personnel
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Minor repairs may include:
broken or leaking brake and branch pipes
changing brake blocks
changing flexible air hoses/hosebags
coupling systems, for example changing knuckles
inspecting wheels and ancillary equipment in cabin or on rolling stock
isolating equipment
minor component change out
safety systems
Safety equipment may include:
communication equipment
flags and hand lamps
gloves, safety headwear, mask and footwear
high visibility clothing
insect repellent
safety devices
safety glasses and hearing protection
sunscreen and sunglasses
Organisational procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
established or standard procedures
workplace procedures
Contingency plans may include:
emergency response plans
instructions from infrastructure owner
instructions from network controller
personal injury
Minor repairs may include:
broken or leaking brake and branch pipes
changing brake blocks
changing flexible air hoses/hosebags
coupling systems, for example changing knuckles
inspecting wheels and ancillary equipment in cabin or on rolling stock
isolating equipment
minor component change out
safety systems
Safety equipment may include:
communication equipment
flags and hand lamps
gloves, safety headwear, mask and footwear
high visibility clothing
insect repellent
safety devices
safety glasses and hearing protection
sunscreen and sunglasses
Organisational procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
established or standard procedures
workplace procedures
Contingency plans may include:
emergency response plans
instructions from infrastructure owner
instructions from network controller
personal injury
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:
required knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and organisational procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement.
Assessment must include exercises that demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:
carrying out checks of different types of motive power units and rolling stock
identifying possible faults, defects and deficiencies, and appropriate remedial activities
carrying out minor repairs correctly.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.
Resources for assessment include access to:
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 organisational 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:
required knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and organisational procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement.
Assessment must include exercises that demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:
carrying out checks of different types of motive power units and rolling stock
identifying possible faults, defects and deficiencies, and appropriate remedial activities
carrying out minor repairs correctly.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.
Resources for assessment include access to:
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 organisational 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVK23 | TLIB4080 | Identify, diagnose and rectify minor faults on motive power units and rolling stock | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J805 | TLI42613 | Certificate IV in Train Driving | Qualification |