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Prepare for train departure

Prepare for train departure

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIL2048
State Code
AVI76
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
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to prepare for train departure in accordance with workplace procedures and the requirements of relevant safeworking regulations and codes of practice.It includes checking rolling stock, equipment and related documentation; checking for planned variations from normal routines; and completing documentation as required. Activities are undertaken for both freight and passenger trains.For passenger trains, it also includes checking passenger facilities and assessing stock levels as required 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 performed under some supervision, generally within a team environment. It involves the application of routine operational principles and procedures when preparing train for departure, as part of work activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian rail system.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Check rolling stock and train equipment
  • 1.1 Rolling stock is checked to ensure it is fit for operation in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
  • 1.2 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and risk control measures are implemented
  • 1.3 Train equipment is checked for effective operation in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
  • 1.4 Rolling stock or equipment faults, defects or problem areas are identified and remedial action is organised in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
2 Check for planned variations from normal routines
  • 2.1 Documentation related to operational variations and special instructions are identified and accessed
  • 2.2 Planned variations and special instructions for train are noted and actioned in accordance with workplace procedures
3 Check passenger facilities
  • 3.1 Passenger facilities are checked to ensure they are clean and operating as required
  • 3.2 Passenger convenience items are checked as required to ensure they meet the recommended levels
  • 3.3 Variations from established standards are reported or rectified in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer specifications
  • 3.4 Major faults are reported to appropriate person in accordance with workplace procedures
4 Check stock levels
  • 4.1 Stock levels are checked to ensure required amounts are present
  • 4.2 Adjustments to stock levels are made, as required, in accordance with workplace procedures
5 Complete documentation
  • 5.1 Documentation is completed as required after rolling stock and train equipment are checked in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 5.2 Documentation related to checking passenger facilities and stock levels is completed as required in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5198 TLIL2048A Prepare for train departure Unit of competency