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TLIB3019
Test train braking system

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to test a train braking system in accordance with workplace procedures, safeworking regulations and codes of practice.

It includes planning and preparing for, and testing train brake operation; dealing with identified faults; and recording brake test results in accordance with workplace requirements.

People achieving competence in this unit will need to fulfil the applicable state/territory legislated rail safety requirements and to comply with relevant codes of practice and/or guidelines.

Work is performed without supervision, generally within a team environment.

Testing train braking system can involve:

air continuity test

brake leakage test

hose and pipe components repair or replacement

modified brake test

train brake test.

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

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Evidence Required

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Plan and prepare for train brake inspection and testing

1.1

Brake test documentation, rolling stock data and other relevant reports are read and clarified as required to confirm required action

1.2

Appropriate tools and equipment are obtained as required and checked prior to inspection

1.3

Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation, codes of practice, policies and procedures are identified and followed

1.4

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

1.5

Train is isolated or secured in accordance with workplace procedures to make the work area safe for inspection

2

Inspect and test train brake operation

2.1

Brake leakage test is conducted to ensure compliance with required standards

2.2

Modified brake tests are conducted to ensure compliance with required standards

2.3

Air continuity test is conducted to ensure train braking system meets functional specifications

2.4

Brakes are applied and released to ensure train braking system meets functional specifications

2.5

Hoses and pipe components are inspected for defects requiring repair or replacement

2.6

Defects and faults are identified and rolling stock is carded

3

Deal with identified faults

3.1

Plans and/or procedures for replacement or repair of identified defective components are implemented in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer specifications

3.2

Confirmation/verification of minor repairs or replacements is obtained

3.3

Defective rolling stock not fit to run is identified and detachment arrangements are made in compliance with workplace procedures

4

Record test results

4.1

Brake test records are completed to reflect inspection results in accordance with workplace policies and procedures

4.2

Records are filed in accordance with workplace policies and procedures

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 rail safety practices and procedures

conducting inspections and testing brake operations on relevant types of passenger train, freight train or railcar in accordance with workplace procedures

communicating effectively with others

identifying job hazards and taking required action to minimise, control or eliminate identified hazards

interpreting and following operational instructions and prioritising work

modifying activities depending on operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

operating and adapting to differences in brakes and related equipment in accordance with 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 conforming to industry and work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) standards

working collaboratively with others

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

communications protocols

defects and faults in train braking systems and relevant workplace procedures to deal with identified defects and faults including isolation and tag out procedures

diagnostic techniques

documentation requirements relating to brake testing

procedures for completing relevant documentation

relevant workplace procedures

tools and equipment applications

types of brake tests and their purpose.

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

As a minimum, assessment must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations or, where this is not available, in simulated workplace operational situations that replicate rail 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:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations

relevant and appropriate materials, tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Plan and prepare for train brake inspection and testing

1.1

Brake test documentation, rolling stock data and other relevant reports are read and clarified as required to confirm required action

1.2

Appropriate tools and equipment are obtained as required and checked prior to inspection

1.3

Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation, codes of practice, policies and procedures are identified and followed

1.4

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

1.5

Train is isolated or secured in accordance with workplace procedures to make the work area safe for inspection

2

Inspect and test train brake operation

2.1

Brake leakage test is conducted to ensure compliance with required standards

2.2

Modified brake tests are conducted to ensure compliance with required standards

2.3

Air continuity test is conducted to ensure train braking system meets functional specifications

2.4

Brakes are applied and released to ensure train braking system meets functional specifications

2.5

Hoses and pipe components are inspected for defects requiring repair or replacement

2.6

Defects and faults are identified and rolling stock is carded

3

Deal with identified faults

3.1

Plans and/or procedures for replacement or repair of identified defective components are implemented in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer specifications

3.2

Confirmation/verification of minor repairs or replacements is obtained

3.3

Defective rolling stock not fit to run is identified and detachment arrangements are made in compliance with workplace procedures

4

Record test results

4.1

Brake test records are completed to reflect inspection results in accordance with workplace policies and procedures

4.2

Records are filed in accordance with workplace policies and procedures

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

Non-essential conditions can be found in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

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 rail safety practices and procedures

conducting inspections and testing brake operations on relevant types of passenger train, freight train or railcar in accordance with workplace procedures

communicating effectively with others

identifying job hazards and taking required action to minimise, control or eliminate identified hazards

interpreting and following operational instructions and prioritising work

modifying activities depending on operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

operating and adapting to differences in brakes and related equipment in accordance with 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 conforming to industry and work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) standards

working collaboratively with others

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

communications protocols

defects and faults in train braking systems and relevant workplace procedures to deal with identified defects and faults including isolation and tag out procedures

diagnostic techniques

documentation requirements relating to brake testing

procedures for completing relevant documentation

relevant workplace procedures

tools and equipment applications

types of brake tests and their purpose.

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

As a minimum, assessment must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations or, where this is not available, in simulated workplace operational situations that replicate rail 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:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations

relevant and appropriate materials, tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.

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Observation Checklist

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