Unit of competency Outline
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22/07/2026 7:56 AM AWST
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Conduct full train examination
Conduct full train examination
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIB3018A
TLIB3018A
State Code
D4980
D4980
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
40
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to conduct a full train examination in accordance with workplace procedures and the requirements of relevant safeworking regulations and codes of practice. It includes preparing for the examination of the train, preparing the train for examination, examining the rolling stock, examining the loads, and documenting and actioning the examination results. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Prepare for examination
- 1.1 Train consist and information on load detail is established for examination purposes
- 1.2 Location for full train examination is confirmed and other relevant personnel notified of examination
- 1.3 Customer defect notices/carded wagon information is established for examination purposes
- 1.4 Materials and equipment required to conduct the full train examination are prepared
- 1.5 OH&S requirements applicable to the examination are confirmed
- 1.6 Other relevant train documentation is accessed and reviewed to establish key information on rolling stock required for examination
2Prepare train for examination
- 2.1 Applicable safety device or system is used to ensure train is isolated or secured for examination
- 2.2 Road is locked out using appropriate techniques to ensure safety during examination
- 2.3 Flags, banners, signs and other relevant safety equipment is positioned before and during examination to ensure safety is maintained
3Examine rolling stock
- 3.1 Types of rolling stock and capacities are confirmed as appropriate for the safe transportation of passengers or freight
- 3.2 Brake systems are checked and all brake tests are conducted and certificates issued as appropriate
- 3.3 Structure of rolling stock and major components are checked and tested to ensure operational safety
- 3.4 Rolling stock is carded and information is recorded within enterprise system
- 3.5 Train irregularities are noted and corrective action initiated in accordance with operational requirements
- 3.6 End-of-train monitor is attached and correct operation is confirmed
- 3.7 OH&S legislation, codes of practice, policies and procedures are observed during the examination to prevent injury and damage
- 3.8 Communication is maintained with other personnel involved to ensure safe, efficient and complete examination
4Examine loads
- 4.1 Load security is checked and confirmed to meet operational safety requirements
- 4.2 Load contamination is identified and rectified in accordance with OH&S and dangerous goods requirements
- 4.3 Load dimensions are confirmed appropriate to wagon type and checked against documentation for accuracy
5Document and action examination results
- 5.1 Required documentation is completed and forwarded for recording examination results and initiating any required corrective actions
- 5.2 Other relevant personnel are informed of remedial or appropriate action required prior to resumption of train service
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Operations conducted by day or night in:
the full range of weather conditions
the full range of light conditions
typical running temperatures of trains
Locations for examinations may include:
heavy traffic
high volume city freight terminals
remote regional yard and siding locations
Persons involved in examination may include:
self only or self in conjunction with other personnel
Train under examination may be:
loaded or unloaded
Items examined may include:
brake equipment
draw gear
superstructures
out-of-gauge conditions
wheels and axles
bearings
locking and securing devices
dangerous goods condition and separation
air and electrical connections
load condition (damage, leaks etc.)
load securing devices (chains, ropes, pins etc.)
steps, handrails and handbrakes
rolling stock sequence
trailing items (ropes, hoses etc.)
bogies and brake rigging
Communication methods may include:
written
verbal
line-of-sight signals
radio
Relevant personnel can include:
train controllers
train examiners
maintenance personnel
train crews
yard and other operational personnel
those responsible for controlling signals
Safety and protective equipment may include:
high visibility clothing
end of train markers
gloves
sunscreen
sunglasses
safety glasses
insect repellent
safety headwear
safety footwear
portable radios
hand lamps
flags
safety devices
hearing protection
Corrective action may include:
notification of others who will deal with problem
detachment and replacement of defective rolling stock
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
Information/documents may include:
applicable legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
workplace procedures and instructions and job specification
induction and training materials
repair cards and books
inspection reports
consist forms
wagon cards
transport instructions
incident reports
safeworking forms
out-of-gauge documents
load and weight records
dangerous goods manifest
drivers advice (train load)
mechanical condition advice forms
brake test certification
equipment operations manuals
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
applicable legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
relevant state/territory fatigue management regulations
relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation
relevant Australian Standards
ADG Code and regulations
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Operations conducted by day or night in:
the full range of weather conditions
the full range of light conditions
typical running temperatures of trains
Locations for examinations may include:
heavy traffic
high volume city freight terminals
remote regional yard and siding locations
Persons involved in examination may include:
self only or self in conjunction with other personnel
Train under examination may be:
loaded or unloaded
Items examined may include:
brake equipment
draw gear
superstructures
out-of-gauge conditions
wheels and axles
bearings
locking and securing devices
dangerous goods condition and separation
air and electrical connections
load condition (damage, leaks etc.)
load securing devices (chains, ropes, pins etc.)
steps, handrails and handbrakes
rolling stock sequence
trailing items (ropes, hoses etc.)
bogies and brake rigging
Communication methods may include:
written
verbal
line-of-sight signals
radio
Relevant personnel can include:
train controllers
train examiners
maintenance personnel
train crews
yard and other operational personnel
those responsible for controlling signals
Safety and protective equipment may include:
high visibility clothing
end of train markers
gloves
sunscreen
sunglasses
safety glasses
insect repellent
safety headwear
safety footwear
portable radios
hand lamps
flags
safety devices
hearing protection
Corrective action may include:
notification of others who will deal with problem
detachment and replacement of defective rolling stock
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
Information/documents may include:
applicable legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
workplace procedures and instructions and job specification
induction and training materials
repair cards and books
inspection reports
consist forms
wagon cards
transport instructions
incident reports
safeworking forms
out-of-gauge documents
load and weight records
dangerous goods manifest
drivers advice (train load)
mechanical condition advice forms
brake test certification
equipment operations manuals
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
applicable legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
relevant state/territory fatigue management regulations
relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation
relevant Australian Standards
ADG Code and regulations
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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 underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
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
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
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 at the registered training organisation, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
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 underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
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
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
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 at the registered training organisation, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S5577 | TLIB1807B | Conduct full train examination | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVK60 | TLIB3018 | Conduct full train examination | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J537 | TLI32813 | Certificate III in Rail Yard Coordination | Qualification |
| J801 | TLI33213 | Certificate III in Terminal Train Driving | Qualification |
| J805 | TLI42613 | Certificate IV in Train Driving | Qualification |