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Set up motive power units in multi-coupled consist

Set up motive power units in multi-coupled consist

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIB4082
State Code
AVK20
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
22/11/2021
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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
45
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to set up one or more motive power units in multicoupled consist in accordance with network owner and rail network standards, rules, codes of practice and guidelines.It includes preparing, setting up and conducting post startup checks of motive power units in power or when being hauled dead or offline for multiconsist operation.These operations are conducted as part of operating motive power units and may be carried out as part of a team of people working within rail operations.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare motive power units for coupling
  • 1.1 Identification and location of motive power units to be coupled is confirmed
  • 1.2 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and risk control measures are implemented
  • 1.3 Motive power units are marshalled into desired position and orientation to meet consist requirements in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
2 Set up motive power units for multiconsist operation
  • 2.1 Motive power units are coupled in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or organisational procedures
  • 2.2 Relevant hose pipes and electrical connections are made in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or organisational procedures
  • 2.3 Fuel lines are coupled, as required, in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or organisational procedures
  • 2.4 Area is checked before pantographs are raised or lowered to ensure safety in accordance with organisational procedures, as required
3 Set up incab controls for multiconsist operation
  • 3.1 Motive power unit controls are set up for multiconsist operation in accordance with manufacturer and/or organisational policies and procedures
  • 3.2 Vigilance and safety controls are set up as required, to ensure they are functioning correctly in multiconsist operation
  • 3.3 Motive power unit equipment is set up or adjusted for multiconsist operation in accordance with manufacturer and/or organisational policies and procedures
4 Perform post startup checks
  • 4.1 Post start-up checks are carried out to ensure all motive power units are braking and powering effectively and are safe to move in accordance with manufacturer and/or organisational policies and procedures
  • 4.2 Handbrakes on all motive power units are applied/released in accordance with manufacturer and/or organisational policies and procedures
  • 4.3 Pantographs are raised or lowered in accordance with manufacturer and organisational procedures, as required
5 Haul dead motive power units
  • 5.1 Motive power unit controls are set up for being hauled dead in motive power unit consist or in-train in accordance with manufacturer and/or organisational policies and procedures
  • 5.2 Vigilance and safety controls are set up, as required, to ensure they are functioning correctly when being hauled dead in motive power unit consist or in-train
  • 5.3 Motive power unit equipment is set up or adjusted for being hauled dead in motive power unit consist or in-train in accordance with manufacturer and/or organisational policies and procedures
  • 5.4 Handbrakes are applied and released in accordance with manufacturer and/or organisational policies and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI796 TLIB4082A Set up motive power units in multi-coupled consist Unit of competency