Modification History
Release 1. This is the first release of this unit.
Unit Descriptor
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.
Licensing or certification requirements are not applicable to this unit.
Application of the Unit
This unit covers activities carried out in a rail yard or on a main line.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor.
Pre-Requisites
Nil
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
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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 |
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1.3 |
Correct coupling of braking system to motive power unit is established and/or confirmed in accordance with organisational policies and requirements |
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1.4 |
Air brake system is charged to required pressures in accordance with manufacturer requirements and tolerances |
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2 |
Operate and monitor train braking system |
2.1 |
Relevant brake system tests are conducted in accordance with organisational policies and requirements |
2.2 |
Train brakes are applied and released under normal operational conditions in accordance with correct train handling and organisational policies and procedures |
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2.3 |
Train brake system is monitored in accordance with organisational and/or operational requirements |
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3 |
Identify and rectify train braking system faults in 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 organisational policies and procedures |
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3.3 |
Train brake system fault is located and rectified or isolated in accordance with manufacturer and/or organisational procedures |
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3.4 |
Relevant brake system tests are conducted in accordance with organisational policies and requirements |
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3.5 |
Train is operated in accordance with organisational procedures |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the knowledge and skills required for this unit. |
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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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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Performance is demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts. Resources for assessment include access to:
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
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Method of assessment |
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests. Practical assessment must occur:
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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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Brake system types may include: |
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Brake system tests may include: |
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Brake system faults may include: |
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Safety and protective equipment may include: |
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Organisational procedures may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Competency Fields
C – Vehicle Operation