Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
22/07/2026 11:09 PM AWST

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Operate stand alone signalling/point control equipment

Operate stand alone signalling/point control equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIW3026A
State Code
D5386
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/03/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/11/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
04/11/2014
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to physically operate stand alone signalling/point control equipment on a rail network as a part of rail work activities, in accordance with legislative and regulatory requirements. It includes following policies, procedures and protocols of the access provider. Licensing or certification requirements are not applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Use stand alone signalling control equipment
  • 1.1 Signalling/point control equipment is identified and confirmed with network control officer
  • 1.2 Authority to operate signalling/point control equipment is obtained from network control officer
  • 1.3 Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn in accordance with access provider's and organisational requirements
  • 1.4 Track environment is accessed safely in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.5 A situational awareness is maintained to identify any changed circumstances
  • 1.6 Stand alone signalling control equipment is operated safely and in accordance with any local instructions
  • 1.7 Route is set and confirmed as correct to facilitate safe rail vehicle movement
  • 1.8 Communications with network control officer is maintained using appropriate communication protocols and systems in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.9 Unsafe situations and/or emergencies are identified and appropriate action is taken in accordance with workplace procedures
2Restore stand alone signalling control equipment
  • 2.1 Network control officer is informed when rail vehicle/s are clear of fouling points
  • 2.2 Stand alone signalling/point control equipment is restored to correct position
  • 2.3 Restoration is confirmed with network control officer
  • 2.4 Where required, signalling/point control equipment is locked and secured in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.5 Any identified faults in the equipment are reported in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WG247 TLIW3026B Operate stand alone signalling/points control equipment Unit of competency