Modification History
Release 1 - New unit of competency
This unit replaces and is equivalent to TLIC3044A Operate power motive by portable radio remote control.
Unit Descriptor
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate a motive power system by a portable remote control unit in accordance with safeworking and manufacturer instructions, and organisational procedures. It includes preparing the locomotive, setting up the portable remote control equipment, operating the system after the set-up is complete and shutting it down after operation.
Licensing or certification requirements are not applicable to this unit.
Application of the Unit
This equipment is used to control a locomotive remotely when loading, unloading, and/or shunting trains within defined limits, terminals, yards or sidings.
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 Set up locomotive for portable remote operation |
1.1 Locomotive is set up for portable remote control operation in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or organisational policies and procedures 1.2 Where necessary, portable remote control equipment is installed in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or organisational policies and procedures 1.3 Remote control system is tested and operation is confirmed in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or organisational policies and procedures 1.4 Relevant occupational health and safety (OH&S) requirements are followed to prevent injury and damage to equipment |
2 Operate locomotive using portable remote control equipment |
2.1 Where applicable, relevant warning signage is placed in accordance with organisational policies and procedures 2.2 Portable remote control equipment is operated and monitored in accordance with operational requirements during train movements to provide safe train handling and control 2.3 Portable remote control equipment is operated with an awareness that not all persons in the vicinity of the work area may know that the locomotive is being operated remotely 2.4 Any operational difficulties encountered are addressed by re-establishing control of the locomotive with minimum risk to personnel and equipment |
3 Shut down portable remote control equipment |
3.1 Locomotive is secured against unintentional movement in a safe location in accordance with organisational procedures 3.2 Portable remote control equipment is shut down in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or organisational policies and procedures 3.3 When required, portable remote control equipment is removed from the locomotive in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or organisational policies and procedures 3.4 Relevant OH&S requirements are followed to prevent injury and damage to equipment |
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Evidence Guide
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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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Locomotives may include: |
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Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, organisational procedures may be known as: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Competency Field
C – Vehicle Operation