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Qualification details

TLI32711 - Certificate III in Track Protection (Release 2)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Superseded
Mapping:
MappingNotesDate
Is superseded by and equivalent to TLI32715 - Certificate III in Track Protection 18/Oct/2015

Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
2 (this release) 21/Apr/2013
(View details for release 1) 02/Feb/2012

Units of competency

CodeSort Table listing Units of Competency by the Code columnTitleSort Table listing Units of Competency by the Title columnUsage RecommendationSort Table listing Units of Competency by the Usage Recommendation columnEssentialSort Table listing Units of Competency by the Essential column
TLIG3002A - Lead a work team or groupLead a work team or groupSupersededN/A
TLIK2010A - Use infotechnology devices in the workplaceUse infotechnology devices in the workplaceSupersededN/A
TLIW2039A - Place and remove permanent way stop boardsPlace and remove permanent way stop boardsSupersededN/A
TLIL4076A - Coordinate resourcesCoordinate resourcesSupersededN/A
TLIF2006A - Apply accident-emergency proceduresApply accident-emergency proceduresSupersededN/A
TLII1002A - Apply customer service skillsApply customer service skillsSupersededN/A
TLIF3003A - Implement and monitor occupational health and safety proceduresImplement and monitor occupational health and safety proceduresSupersededN/A
TLIC2081A - Pilot rail traffic within work on track authority limitsPilot rail traffic within work on track authority limitsSupersededN/A
TLIL3083A - Implement a track work authority and manage rail traffic through worksitesImplement a track work authority and manage rail traffic through worksitesSupersededN/A
TLIL4069A - Plan and coordinate protection for multiple worksites within limits of a work on track authorityPlan and coordinate protection for multiple worksites within limits of a work on track authoritySupersededN/A
TLIE2029A - Conduct workplace information briefingsConduct workplace information briefingsSupersededN/A
TLIF2097A - Use audible track warning devicesUse audible track warning devicesSupersededN/A
RIIRIS401A - Apply site risk management systemApply site risk management systemSupersededN/A
TLIL3065B - Implement a track occupancy authorityImplement a track occupancy authoritySupersededN/A
TLIF3089A - Implement fatigue management policies and procedures for rail infrastructureImplement fatigue management policies and procedures for rail infrastructureSupersededN/A
TLIJ3002A - Apply quality systemsApply quality systemsSupersededN/A
TLIL3082A - Implement absolute signal blockingImplement absolute signal blockingSupersededN/A
TLIL3084A - Implement a local possession authorityImplement a local possession authoritySupersededN/A
TLIF3083B - Conduct track protection assessmentConduct track protection assessmentSupersededN/A
TLIW3026B - Operate stand alone signalling/points control equipmentOperate stand alone signalling/points control equipmentSupersededN/A
TLIF3058A - Apply safeworking rules and regulations to rail functionsApply safeworking rules and regulations to rail functionsSupersededN/A
TLIC3045A - Operate road/rail vehicleOperate road/rail vehicleSupersededN/A
TLIF2062A - Apply awareness of safeworking rules and regulationsApply awareness of safeworking rules and regulationsSupersededN/A
TLIW2037B - Clip and secure pointsClip and secure pointsSupersededN/A
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Classifications

SchemeCodeClassification value
ANZSCO Identifier 821611 Railway Track Worker 
ASCO (occupation type) Identifier 9915-11 Railway Labourer 
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier 0399 Other Engineering And Related Technologies 
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier 514 Certificate III 
Taxonomy - Industry Sector N/A Rail Transport 
Taxonomy - Occupation N/A Track Protection Officer 

Classification history

SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ANZSCO Identifier 821611 Railway Track Worker 02/Oct/2012 
ASCO (occupation type) Identifier 9915-11 Railway Labourer 02/Oct/2012 
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier 0399 Other Engineering And Related Technologies 02/Oct/2012 
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier 514 Certificate III 02/Feb/2012 
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Modification History

Release 2 - Units replaced by current versions. Equivalent.

Description

Rationale:  

This is a general qualification for a person engaged in the rail infrastructure environment who performs tasks involving track protection in a variety of contexts. It may involve application of some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures. It may also include responsibility for coordinating the work of others.

Job roles: 

Job roles and titles vary across different sectors. A possible job title relevant to this qualification includes:

  • Track protection officer

Pathways Information

Not applicable.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

Not applicable.

Entry Requirements

The entry requirement for this qualification is TLI21911 Certificate II in Track Protection (Track Protection) or (Handsignaller), or relevant industry experience gained by working in the rail infrastructure environment providing track protection services.

Employability Skills Summary

Employability Skills Summary for  

TLI32711 Certificate III in Track Protection  

The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the Transport and Logistics Industry for this qualification. The table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on packaging options.

Employability Skill  

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: 

Communication 

  • Implement and monitor communication systems and procedures required for track protection
  • Read and interpret relevant procedures, instructions, signs and labels applicable to track protection activities
  • Speak clearly and directly on matters related to track protection activities
  • Listen to and interpret verbal information related to track protection activities
  • Write and complete basic documents as part of duties
  • Negotiate issues with others in the course of track protection activities
  • Recognise and interpret non-verbal signs, signals and behaviour
  • Use relevant communication equipment

Teamwork 

  • Work effectively with others in the course of track protection activities
  • Provide leadership to team or work group
  • Motivate others in the workplace
  • Assist others in the workplace to achieve and maintain competence
  • Assist in the resolution of interpersonal conflicts that may arise during track protection activities
  • Avoid and prevent the harassment of others in the workplace
  • Work with persons of different ages, gender, race, religion, political persuasion, etc.

Problem solving 

  • Identify and solve or report problems arising in the course of track protection activities
  • Monitor and anticipate problems that may occur in the course of track protection activities and take appropriate action to report or resolve them within limits of responsibility
  • Identify and control hazards and risks in a range of track protection situations and take appropriate precautions
  • Use mathematics to solve various calculations related to track protection activities

Initiative and enterprise 

  • Modify activities dependent on differing track protection situations and contingencies
  • Take appropriate initiatives in a range of operational situations
  • Respond appropriately to changes in equipment, standard operating procedures and the work environment

Planning and organising 

  • Follow and apply operational and emergency plans, systems and procedures
  • Implement the workplace security and safety management systems
  • Monitor and evaluate operational performance and compliance
  • Collect and interpret information needed in the course of track protection activities
  • Organise and plan work activities
  • Manage time and priorities in the course of track protection activities

Self management 

  • Interpret and apply procedures and instructions
  • Establish and follow own work plans and schedules
  • Evaluate own work performance

Learning 

  • Assist others to adapt to changes in workplace systems, equipment, procedures and the workplace operating environment
  • Assist in the instruction, coaching or mentoring of others in the workplace
  • Contribute to the assessment of competence of others in the workplace
  • Participate in updating own knowledge and skills required for track protection activities

Technology 

  • Use equipment and materials required during track protection activities
  • Follow and apply operational and servicing instructions for equipment used during track protection activities
  • Follow and apply OH&S procedures when using and servicing rail equipment and facilities

Packaging Rules

Requirements for completion of the qualification: 

A successful assessment outcome for a total of 11 units  of competency comprising:

  • 7 core units  listed below

plus

  • 4 elective units  from the elective units listed below, of which up to 3 units may be drawn with appropriate contextualisation from any currently endorsed national Training Package or accredited course, provided the unit contributes to the vocational outcome of the qualification

Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisites specified in the unit are complied with.

Core units: 

Field 

Unit 

E Communication and Calculation 

TLIE2029A Conduct workplace information briefings

F Safety Management 

TLIF3083B Conduct track protection assessment

TLIF3003A Implement and monitor occupational health and safety procedures

J Quality 

TLIJ3002A Apply quality systems

L Resource Management  

TLIL3065B Implement track occupancy protection

TLIL3084A Implement a local possession authority

TLIL3082A Implement absolute signal blocking

Elective units: 

Field 

Unit 

C Vehicle Operation 

TLIC2081A Pilot rail traffic within work on track authority limits

TLIC3045A Operate road/rail vehicle

F Safety Management 

TLIF2006A Apply accident-emergency procedures

TLIF2062A Apply awareness of safeworking rules and regulations

TLIF2097A Use audible track warning devices

TLIF3058A Apply safeworking rules and regulations to rail functions

TLIF3089A Implement fatigue management policies and procedures for rail infrastructure

G Teamwork 

TLIG3002A Lead a work team or group

I Customer Service 

TLII1002A Apply customer service skills

K Technology 

TLIK2010A Use infotechnology devices in the workplace

L Resource Management 

TLIL3083A Implement a track work authority and manage rail traffic through worksites

TLIL4069A Plan and coordinate protection for multiple worksites within the limits of a work on track authority

TLIL4076A Coordinate resources

W Equipment and Systems Operations 

RIIRIS401A Apply site risk management system

TLIW2037B Clip and secure points

TLIW2039A Place permanent way stop boards

TLIW3026B Operate stand alone signalling/point control equipment

Custom Content Section

Not applicable.