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Assist with testing train braking system on electric passenger train

Assist with testing train braking system on electric passenger train

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIB2111
State Code
AVK68
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
27/10/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
23/02/2016
Field of Education
039907 - Rail Operations
Original Release Date
23/02/2016
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to assist with testing the train braking system on electric passenger trains in accordance with workplace procedures and the requirements of relevant safeworking regulations and codes of practice.It includes preparing for train brake inspection and testing, inspecting and testing train brake operation, dealing with identified faults, and reporting and/or 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 and safeworking requirements and to comply with relevant codes of practice and/or guidelines.Work is performed under minimal supervision, generally within a team environment. It involves the application of operational principles, regulations, safeworking codes, protocols and procedures when testing a train braking system, 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 inspection and 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 Isolation or securing of train is confirmed in accordance with workplace procedures to make the work area safe for the inspection and test
  • 1.3 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and risk control measures are implemented
  • 1.4 Readiness of brake system for inspection and testing is confirmed
2 Test train brake operation
  • 2.1 Brake tests are conducted to ensure compliance with required rail industry standards
  • 2.2 Modified brake tests are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures to meet required rail industry standards, as required
  • 2.3 Continuity tests are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures to ensure train braking system meets functional specifications
  • 2.4 Corrective action is taken when faults are identified to ensure operational safety
  • 2.5 Faults or defects found during brake tests are reported and/or recorded in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D4969 TLIB2111A Assist with testing train braking system on electric passenger train Unit of competency