Unit of competency Outline
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22/07/2026 9:07 PM AWST
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Test operation of electric passenger train braking system
Test operation of electric passenger train braking system
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIB0022
TLIB0022
State Code
ODP98
ODP98
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/03/2022
Field of Education
039907 - Rail Operations
Original Release Date
14/03/2022
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to test the operation of an electric train braking system in accordance with workplace procedures and the requirements of relevant system of safeworking, regulations and codes of practice.It includes preparing for train brake testing, testing train brake operation, dealing with identified faults, and recording brake test results in accordance with workplace requirements.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.Work is generally performed without supervision and within a team environment.It involves the application of operational principles, regulations, system of safeworking, codes of practice, protocols and procedures when testing electric train braking systems, as part of workplace activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian rail industry.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for train brake testing
- 1.1 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation, codes of practice, policies and procedures are identified and followed
- 1.2 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and risk control measures are implemented
- 1.3 Train is isolated or secured in accordance with workplace procedures to make the work area safe for testing
- 1.4 Brake system is checked to ensure it is ready for testing
2 Test train brake operation
- 2.1 Brake tests are conducted to ensure compliance to required rail network standards
- 2.2 Modified brake tests are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures to meet required rail industry standard, as required
- 2.3 Continuity tests are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures to ensure train braking system meets functional specifications
- 2.4 Brakes are applied and released on train and their function is confirmed
3 Deal with identified faults
- 3.1 Identified faults are reported, rectified or isolated in accordance with workplace procedures
- 3.2 Confirmation to continue is determined in accordance with workplace procedures
- 3.3 Faults or defects found during brake tests are recorded and/or reported in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVK38 | TLIB3108 | Test operation of electric passenger train braking system | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BHX8 | TLI42622 | Certificate IV in Train Driving | Qualification |
| BHG7 | TLI42621 | Certificate IV in Train Driving | Qualification |