Modification History
Release 1 - New unit of competency
Unit Descriptor
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to conduct pre-movement checks on rolling stock in accordance with relevant workplace practices, regulations and codes of practice.
It includes conducting pre-movement checks, moving and stabling the rolling stock in accordance with organisational requirements.
Licensing or certification requirements are not applicable to this unit.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to people required to carry out these activities as part of a maintenance role within a defined location.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
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
1 Carry out pre-movement checks |
1.1 Allocation of rolling stock is checked in conjunction with appropriate personnel 1.2 Rolling stock to be inspected and prepared is located 1.3 Completion of all maintenance activities is confirmed 1.4 Checks for safety controls are conducted in accordance with organisational procedures 1.5 Internal and external integrity checks are conducted in accordance with organisational procedures 1.6 Where required, fluid levels are checked and appropriate action is taken as required |
2 Move rolling stock |
2.1 Rolling stock is shunted in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or organisational procedures, and any faults are recognised, diagnosed, reported and recorded in appropriate records for follow-up 2.2 For critical or serious equipment faults that cannot be readily rectified, rolling stock shunt is halted, faulty equipment isolated and tagged, and problem is reported for rectification 2.3 Functionality of equipment is interpreted to confirm effective air and electrical operation, and where a problem is indicated, action is taken to determine the cause and to rectify or report the situation 2.4 Where required, fluid levels are rechecked after starting and appropriate action is taken if required |
3 Stable rolling stock |
3.1 Correct clearances for stabling location are confirmed 3.2 Rolling stock is secured in accordance with organisational procedures 3.3 Where required, personal or equipment lockouts are applied in accordance with organisational procedures 3.4 Where applicable, appropriate documentation is completed in accordance with organisational procedures |
Required Skills and Knowledge
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Evidence Guide
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
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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Rolling stock may include: |
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Inspecting rolling stock may include: |
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Relevant personnel may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Competency Field
B – Equipment Checking and Maintenance