Release 2 . This is the second release of this unit of competency in the TLI Transport and Logistics Training Package:

• Minor terminology changes in Performance Criteria
• Minor terminology changes in Performance Evidence
• Minor terminology changes in Knowledge Evidence
• Minor statement changes in Assessment Conditions.

Release 1 . This is the first release of this unit of competency in the TLI Transport and Logistics Training Package.

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to identify, establish and operate a train braking system after it has been marshalled, and deals with brake system faults and failures.

It includes identifying and operating train braking system, and locating and rectifying or isolating system faults during operation in accordance with workplace procedures.

This unit covers activities carried out in a rail yard or on a main line.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Not applicable.

C – Vehicle Operation.

Rail sector.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1 

Identify and establish train braking system 

1.1 

Brake system and type to be used are identified

1.2 

Confirmation is made that motive power unit is appropriate for braking system to be used

1.3 

Correct coupling of braking system to motive power unit is established and/or confirmed in accordance with workplace policies and requirements

1.4 

Air brake system is charged to required pressures in accordance with manufacturer requirements and tolerances

2 

Operate and monitor train braking system 

2.1 

Relevant brake system tests are conducted in accordance with workplace policies and requirements

2.2 

Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and risk control measures implemented

2.3 

Train brakes are applied and released under normal operational conditions in accordance with correct train handling and workplace policies and procedures

2.4 

Train brake system is monitored in accordance with workplace and/or operational requirements

3 

Identify and rectify train braking system faults during operation 

3.1 

Train braking system faults are identified during operation

3.2 

Safe location to bring train to a stand is identified in accordance with train handling and workplace policies and procedures

3.3 

Train brake system fault is located and rectified or isolated in accordance with manufacturer and/or workplace procedures

3.4 

Relevant brake system tests are conducted in accordance with workplace policies, procedures and requirements

3.5 

Train is operated in accordance with workplace procedures

Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

This unit replaces and is equivalent to TLIC4071A Establish and operate train braking system.

Release 2 . This is the second release of this unit of competency in the TLI Transport and Logistics Training Package:

• Minor terminology changes in Performance Criteria
• Minor terminology changes in Performance Evidence
• Minor terminology changes in Knowledge Evidence
• Minor statement changes in Assessment Conditions.

Release 1 . This is the first release of this unit of competency in the TLI Transport and Logistics Training Package.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:

• applying relevant rail safety practices and workplace procedures
• assessing brake system defects
• identifying job hazards and taking required actions to minimise, control or eliminate identified hazards
• interpreting and following operational instructions and prioritising work
• interpreting capabilities of train braking systems
• modifying activities depending on operational contingencies, risk situations and environments
• modifying driving in accordance with brake capabilities and characteristics
• operating and adapting to differences in brakes and related equipment in accordance with workplace operating procedures
• reading and interpreting relevant instructions, procedures, information and signs
• reporting identified problems, faults or malfunctions promptly in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
• selecting and using required personal protective equipment (PPE) conforming to industry and work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) standards
• working systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

• brake systems, their components and their operation
• capabilities and characteristics of train braking systems
• diagnostic and/or fault-finding techniques
• documentation and information requirements
• pneumatic systems and their operations
• releasing train brakes after emergency application in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
• relevant environmental protection legislation, regulations, codes of practice, policies and procedures
• relevant rail safety, state/territory legislated rail safety requirements, rail industry standards, rules, codes of practice and/or guidelines
• relevant WHS/OHS legislation, regulations, codes of practice, policies and procedures
• tools and equipment applications
• types of brake tests and their purpose.

Assessors must hold credentials specified within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence and all regulatory requirements included within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations where it is appropriate to do so; where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that replicate rail corridor workplace conditions.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Resources for assessment include access to:

• a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations
• relevant and appropriate materials, tools, equipment and PPE currently used in industry
• applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.