Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 | Prepare to assist with operating a steam locomotive | 1.1 | Roster is checked and interpreted for day’s operational activities |
1.2 | Allocation of locomotive is checked |
1.3 | Train schedules/notices and other operational and regulatory documentation are accessed and interpreted in accordance with workplace procedures |
1.4 | Personal protective equipment required to operate the locomotive is obtained |
1.5 | Trackside safety and electrification awareness procedures are followed while locating allocated locomotive |
2 | Prepare and start a steam locomotive | 2.1 | Logbook is checked to confirm serviceability of locomotive |
2.2 | Locomotive is confirmed as being securely stabled prior to commencing preparation and safety checks |
2.3 | Preparation and safety checks are conducted in accordance with work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) and other organisational policies and procedures |
2.4 | Water levels and fuels are checked and replenished as required |
2.5 | Mechanical equipment is checked and appropriate action is taken as required |
2.6 | Fire is lit and steam is raised in accordance with organisational instructions, with consideration for thermal expansion and in accordance with environmental procedures and practices |
2.7 | For critical or serious equipment faults that cannot be readily rectified, fire is dropped, faulty equipment is isolated and problem is reported for rectification |
2.8 | All indicators and gauges are continuously monitored and readings are interpreted to confirm effective pressure, water level and air operation, and where a problem is indicated, action is taken to determine the cause and to rectify or report the situation |
2.9 | Operation of locomotive equipment is established and verified |
2.10 | Locomotive lubrication, cleaning, preparation, and provisioning are undertaken in accordance with organisational requirements |
2.11 | Logbook and other service records on the locomotive are completed in accordance with organisational requirements |
3 | Assist with coupling, uncoupling and securing rail vehicles | 3.1 | Rail vehicles are positioned to meet coupling requirements in accordance with organisational policies and procedures |
3.2 | Coupling systems are identified and applied appropriately to couple and/or uncouple rail vehicles |
3.3 | Connecting hoses and electrical couplings are connected/disconnected in accordance with organisational policies and procedures |
3.4 | Hand brakes and other securing devices are applied/released and attached/removed in accordance with organisational policies and procedures |
4 | Assist with operating a steam locomotive | 4.1 | Safeworking activities are undertaken in accordance with organisational and/or network owner policies and procedures |
4.2 | Gauges and indicators are monitored and operated in accordance with organisational policies and procedures |
4.3 | Boiler is fired to meet load requirements in accordance with environmental procedures and practices |
4.4 | Water level is maintained to ensure safe boiler operation meets load requirements and track characteristics |
4.5 | Assistance with communications is provided when communicating with Network Control Officer and ground staff |
4.6 | Observation of all aspects of the rail corridor and environs is maintained and communicated to driver in accordance with organisational and/or network owner policies and procedures |
4.7 | In case of driver being incapacitated, train is stopped, Network Control Officer is informed and instructions are followed in accordance with organisational policies and procedures |
4.8 | Assistance with locomotive operation is provided as requested by driver |
5 | Assist with stabling a steam locomotive | 5.1 | Locomotive is secured in accordance with directions, workplace procedures and rail regulations |
5.2 | Boiler water levels are checked and replenished as required |
5.3 | Locomotive is shut down in accordance with operator instructions |
5.4 | Ash is disposed of responsibly in accordance with network owner and operator policies |
5.5 | Assistance is provided to conduct a post-operational inspection |
5.6 | Logbook and other service records on the locomotive are completed in accordance with organisational requirements |
5.7 | Controls are secured in accordance with organisational procedures |