Unit of competency
Modification History
Release 1. This is the first release of this unit of competency in the TLI Transport and Logistics Training Package.
Application
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to assist with train operations as a driver assistant or second-person, in accordance with workplace procedures and the requirements of the relevant safeworking system and codes of practice. It includes assisting with preparations for train operation, assisting with the operation of the train, assisting with loading and unloading operations and handing over or stabling the train 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 in conjunction with a train driver. It involves the application of routine operational principles and procedures when assisting with train operations across a variety of operational workplace contexts within the Australian rail system. Visual inspections include:
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Pre-requisite Unit
Not applicable.
Competency Field
L – Resource Management
Unit Sector
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
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1 |
Assist with preparing for train operation |
1.1 |
Planning documentation is accessed and interpreted to determine journey purpose, constraints, loading information and characteristics, and is confirmed with driver |
1.2 |
Visual inspections of equipment are carried out and identified faults or defects are appropriately reported in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer specifications |
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1.3 |
Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and control measures are implemented |
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1.4 |
Assistance is provided with pre-operational checking and testing of equipment in accordance with workplace policies and procedures |
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2 |
Assist with train operation |
2.1 |
Motive power unit is monitored in conjunction with driver, in accordance with workplace procedures |
2.2 |
Guidance is provided to driver while stopping and starting to ensure safety of personnel and equipment |
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2.3 |
Train running schedules are monitored and recorded to assist with on-time running |
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2.4 |
Performance of equipment and rolling stock is monitored en route to identify faults or defects and appropriate action is taken as required in accordance with workplace procedures |
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2.5 |
Security of loading and all other aspects of the train are monitored en route and abnormalities are dealt with in accordance with workplace procedures |
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2.6 |
Signals and track/road are monitored en route in accordance with workplace procedures |
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3 |
Stable or handover train |
3.1 |
Appropriate assistance is provided when train is stabled in accordance with safeworking system requirements, operational instructions and workplace procedures |
3.2 |
Safety devices are activated or put in position in accordance with operational instructions and workplace procedures to ensure the safety of personnel and equipment |
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3.3 |
Prior to handover, documentation relevant to the train and activities undertaken en route is updated, provided to relief crew and/or forwarded to appropriate personnel in accordance with workplace policies and procedures |
Foundation Skills
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Range of Conditions
Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.
Non-essential conditions can be found in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide.
Unit Mapping Information
This unit replaces and is equivalent to TLIL3039A Assist with train operations.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=df441c6e-213d-43e3-874c-0b3f7036d851