Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit Descriptor |
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to inspect, prepare and start a motive power unit in accordance with relevant workplace practices, rail regulations and codes of practice. It includes the checking and preparing of the motive power unit, visually examining the motive power unit, conducting in-cab checks, and starting and positioning the motive power unit for service in accordance with workplace requirements. Licensing or certification requirements are not applicable to this unit. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the Unit |
Persons achieving competence in this unit will need to fulfil the applicable legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each applicable state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines. Work is performed without supervision, generally within a team environment. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor
Pre-Requisites
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 Start motive power unit |
1.1 Roster is checked and interpreted for day's train driving activities 1.2 Allocation of motive power units is checked in conjunction with appropriate personnel 1.3 Motive power unit to be inspected and prepared is located 1.4 Motive power unit is started in accordance with manufacturers instructions and/or workplace procedures and any operating faults are recognised, diagnosed, reported and recorded in appropriate records for follow-up 1.5 In the case of safety, critical or serious equipment faults that cannot be readily rectified, the motive power unit is shut down, the faulty equipment isolated and tagged and the problem reported for rectification 1.6 All instruments and gauges are observed and readings interpreted to confirm effective operation, including air and electrical. Where a problem is indicated, action is taken to determine the cause and to rectify or report the situation 1.7 Where required, fluid levels are rechecked after starting and appropriate action is taken if required 1.8 Pre-departure checks are carried out to ensure motive power unit is braking and powering effectively and is safe to move |
2 Prepare for work activities |
2.1 Roster is checked and interpreted for day's train driving activities 2.2 Allocation of motive power units is checked as per notices in conjunction with train controllers and roster clerk 2.3 Trackside safety and, if appropriate, basic electrification awareness procedures are followed while locating the allocated motive power unit in the yard 2.4 Motive power unit inspection and preparation duties are identified and interpreted 2.5 Train schedules and notices and other operational and regulatory documentation are accessed and interpreted in accordance with workplace procedures 2.6 Communication equipment required for the day's operations is obtained and checked to ensure that it is functional 2.7 Required personal protective equipment is obtained for use during the day's train driving activities 2.8 Motive power unit to be inspected and prepared is located in the yard |
3 Inspect and prepare motive power unit |
3.1 Features, functions and location of motive power unit and associated equipment are identified 3.2 Log book is checked to confirm serviceability of unit 3.3 Preparation and safety checks are conducted, in accordance with OH&S and other workplace policies and procedures 3.4 Motive power unit, kit and equipment are checked and defects and deficiencies are recorded and rectified, isolated, tagged (where applicable) or reported as per workplace procedures and regulatory requirements 3.5 Availability of appropriate fuel, lubricating oils, water, coolant and sand quantities (where applicable) are checked against journey requirements and appropriate action is taken to replenish them if required 3.6 Relevant OH&S and regulatory requirements are followed |
4 Conduct in-cab checks |
4.1 Motive power unit is checked in correct sequence and all equipment is confirmed to be operating to optimum requirements 4.2 Cab layout is checked and confirmed to meet operating requirements 4.3 Pre-departure mechanical checks are correctly performed and correct functioning of all equipment is confirmed as per workplace procedures and manufacturers operating requirements 4.4 Supervisory controls and indicators are checked to ensure they are functioning correctly and appropriate action is taken if they are not working correctly 4.5 Communication equipment is checked to ensure that it is functioning correctly and appropriate action is taken if it is not working correctly 4.6 Seat, windows, blinds, air conditioners, heaters and other personal in-cab equipment are checked and adjusted for correct functionality, safety and comfort 4.7 Auxiliary equipment is checked and is confirmed to be operational in accordance with operating requirements 4.8 Fire extinguisher and emergency toolbox are checked to confirm that they are in position and meet operational requirements |
5 Complete documentation |
5.1 All required documentation concerning the inspection of the motive power unit is completed in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements 5.2 Log book and other service records on the motive power unit are completed in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements |
6 Position motive power unit |
6.1 Authority to move and position motive power unit is obtained and relevant personnel are advised of intention and procedures 6.2 Motive power unit is operated in accordance with standard procedures and regulatory requirements and within operating and operational constraints 6.3 Motive power unit is positioned in accordance with operational requirements and directions 6.4 Motive power unit performance is monitored during operation in order to confirm effective operation or to identify defects 6.5 Equipment defects are identified, reported, rectified and recorded or relevant personnel are advised for assistance 6.6 Relevant OH&S and regulatory requirements are followed to ensure safety and to prevent injury and damage 6.7 Train controller and other relevant personnel are advised that the motive power unit is secured in the required position and is ready for service |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS |
This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit. |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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. |
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. |
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Operations may be conducted: |
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Motive power units may include all motive power units in service within Australian rail systems and may include: |
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Motive power equipment may include: |
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Inspection of a motive power unit may include: |
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In-cab pre-operational checks will include: |
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Electric motive power unit start-up sequence will include: |
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Diesel motive power unit start-up sequence will include: |
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Risk minimisation may require differentiating between faults, defects and deficiencies that: |
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Relevant personnel may include: |
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Action taken upon the identification of faults, defects or deficiencies may include: |
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Depending on the organisation concerned workplace procedures may be called: |
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Safety and personal protective equipment may include: |
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Positioning of motive power unit may involve: |
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Information and documents may include: |
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Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not Applicable
Competency Field
Competency Field |
B - Equipment Checking and Maintenance |