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Couple and uncouple track maintenance vehicles
Couple and uncouple track maintenance vehicles
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIC2074A
TLIC2074A
State Code
WG200
WG200
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
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 safely couple/uncouple track vehicles in accordance with safeworking and organisational policies and procedures.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are not applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to couple track maintenance vehicles
- 1.1 Coupling instructions are interpreted and confirmed as meeting minimum operating standards
- 1.2 Location of vehicles and required movements are identified
- 1.3 Communication methods to be used are agreed and confirmed
- 1.4 Vehicle/s to be coupled are secured in accordance with organisational procedures
2 Couple track maintenance vehicles
- 2.1 Setting of route and having correct authority in place is ensured prior to movement of track vehicles
- 2.2 Required warning is given before vehicle is moved
- 2.3 Vehicle is moved in a controlled manner to enable safe coupling and prevent damage
- 2.4 Coupling mechanisms are checked to ensure they are correctly engaged
- 2.5 Where applicable, connecting brake hoses and/or electrical couplings are connected in accordance with organisational procedures and/or manufacturer specifications
- 2.6 Securing devices are released/removed in accordance with organisational procedures
3 Uncouple and secure track maintenance vehicles
- 3.1 Vehicles are positioned to meet uncoupling requirements in accordance with organisational procedures
- 3.2 Securing devices are applied/attached in accordance with organisational procedures
- 3.3 Brake hoses and/or electrical couplings are disconnected in accordance with organisational procedures and/or manufacturer specifications
- 3.4 Coupling devices are correctly disengaged
- 3.5 Before vehicle is moved, required warning is given
- 3.6 Vehicles are separated in a controlled manner to enable safe uncoupling and prevent damage
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Track maintenance vehicles may include:
track machines
shunting tractors
road/rail vehicles
wagon
track inspection vehicles
overhead wiring maintenance vehicle
Communication methods may include:
hand signals
light signals
flags
verbal
audible (horns, whistles etc.)
Required warnings may include:
verbal
audible (horns, whistles etc.)
Coupling mechanisms may include:
automatic couplers
draw hooks
tow bar
transition coupler
Securing devices may include:
hand brake
park brake
chocks
Personal protective equipment may include:
gloves
safety eyewear
hearing protection
safety headwear
safety footwear
high visibility clothing
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:
legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each applicable state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
notices
yard orders
manufacturers specifications
emergency procedures
Track maintenance vehicles may include:
track machines
shunting tractors
road/rail vehicles
wagon
track inspection vehicles
overhead wiring maintenance vehicle
Communication methods may include:
hand signals
light signals
flags
verbal
audible (horns, whistles etc.)
Required warnings may include:
verbal
audible (horns, whistles etc.)
Coupling mechanisms may include:
automatic couplers
draw hooks
tow bar
transition coupler
Securing devices may include:
hand brake
park brake
chocks
Personal protective equipment may include:
gloves
safety eyewear
hearing protection
safety headwear
safety footwear
high visibility clothing
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:
legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each applicable state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
notices
yard orders
manufacturers specifications
emergency procedures
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:
identify communication methodologies and requirements
demonstrate correct method for coupling track vehicles
demonstrate correct method for uncoupling track vehicles
Assessment must include exercises which demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:
identifying alternative coupling equipment and methods for track maintenance vehicles in the workplace
demonstrating the correct use of communication methods during coupling and uncoupling activities
correctly securing vehicles before coupling and after uncoupling has been completed
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:
identify communication methodologies and requirements
demonstrate correct method for coupling track vehicles
demonstrate correct method for uncoupling track vehicles
Assessment must include exercises which demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:
identifying alternative coupling equipment and methods for track maintenance vehicles in the workplace
demonstrating the correct use of communication methods during coupling and uncoupling activities
correctly securing vehicles before coupling and after uncoupling has been completed
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVK11 | TLIC2074 | Couple and uncouple track maintenance vehicles | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J534 | TLI22113 | Certificate II in Rail Track Vehicle Driving | Qualification |