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TLIL3039A
Assist with train operations

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Persons achieving competence in this unit will need to fulfil the legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each applicable state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines.

Work is performed under some supervision, generally within a team environment. It involves the application of routine operational principles and procedures to the assisting with train operations across a variety of operational workplace contexts within the Australian rail system.

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to assist with train operations as a driver assistant or second-person, in accordance with workplace procedures and the requirements of relevant safeworking regulations and codes of practice. It includes assisting with preparations for train operation, assisting with the operation of the train, assisting with loading and unloading operations, and handing over or stabling the train in accordance with workplace requirements. Licensing or certification requirements are not applicable to this unit.

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Prerequisites

Not Applicable

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

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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.

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:

the underpinning knowledge and skills

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

Assessment must include exercises which demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:

assisting with the preparation of a number of trains prior to operation

identifying possible faults and defects that could occur and appropriate responses

correctly monitoring the operation of different train types in normal operation

conducting hand over and stabling activities correctly

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and

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

Method of assessment

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through activities in an appropriately simulated environment, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each applicable state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines

Relevant OH&S and environmental procedures and regulations including codes of practice for manual handling

Procedures for assisting a driver in monitoring train operations and performance

Procedures for fixed and hand signalling and voice communication

Protocols for use of electronic communications equipment

Procedures for completing required documentation

Procedures for coupling/uncoupling motive power units and rolling stock

Train characteristics

Track or road characteristics

Route knowledge

Motive power unit and rolling stock systems

Safeworking systems and requirements

Documentation required during and following train operations

Procedures to be followed in the event of emergencies

Procedures for identifying equipment defects and assessing for appropriate action

Local procedures and operating requirements

Problems that can occur when assisting with train operations and action that should be taken

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when assisting with train operations

Read and interpret instructions, procedures and information relevant to train operations

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to train operations

Document train journey and incidents

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Work collaboratively with others when assisting with train operations

Promptly report and/or rectify any problems, faults or malfunctions that may be identified when assisting with train operations in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unanticipated situations that may arise when assisting with train operations

Monitor and anticipate operational hazards and take appropriate action

Monitor journey schedule

Modify activities depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

Apply fatigue management knowledge and techniques

Assist driver in monitoring train performance and, if applicable, security of load

Select and use relevant equipment and materials when assisting in train operations

Assist in stabling and securing train

Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment

Operate and adapt to differences in equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures

Select and use required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Operations may be conducted:

by day or night

in all weather conditions

Work may be conducted in:

exposed conditions

controlled or open environments

Work may involve exposure to:

chemicals

dangerous or hazardous substances

movements of equipment, goods and vehicles

Equipment tests may include:

brake testing

air continuity test

ancillary equipment

stretch tests

Stabling procedure can include:

arranging for refuelling and servicing

securing motive power unit

securing train

Safety devices can include:

power, hand brakes and lock-out equipment to prevent motive power unit/train from moving

Relevant personnel who may be consulted may include:

train controllers

maintenance personnel

yard and other operational personnel

train examiners

other members of train crew

signal controllers

other train crews

Visual inspections include:

wheels and braking equipment for signs of wear or damage

flexible connections and fittings for signs of wear or damage

couplings for signs of wear or damage

fuel, oil and water

air leakage

motive power unit equipment end of train monitoring device

rolling stock for defects

Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established procedures

Information/documents may include:

workplace procedures and job specification

motive power unit log book

maintenance notices and records

train running sheets

passenger train timetables

requests

train consist forms

loading information

train register books

conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards

Applicable regulations, legislation and codes may include:

legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each applicable state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines

relevant state/territory regulations, codes of practice and safeworking system requirements

relevant Australian Standards

relevant state/territory OH&S legislation

relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Planning documentation is accessed and interpreted to determine the purpose of the journey, constraints, loading information and characteristics and is confirmed with the driver 
Visual inspections of equipment is carried out and identified faults or defects are appropriately reported in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturers specifications 
Assistance is provided with the pre-operational checking and testing of equipment in accordance with workplace polices and procedures 
Motive power unit is monitored in conjunction with the driver, in accordance with workplace procedures 
Guidance is provided to the driver while stopping and starting to ensure safety of personnel and equipment 
Train running schedules are monitored and recorded to assist with 'on-time' running 
Performance of equipment and rolling stock is monitored en route to identify faults or defects and appropriate action is taken as required in accordance with workplace procedures 
Security of loading and all other aspects of the train are monitored en route and any abnormalities are dealt with in accordance with workplace procedures 
Signals and track/road is monitored en route in accordance with workplace procedures 
Appropriate assistance is provided when train is stabled in accordance with safeworking system requirements, operational instructions and workplace procedures 
Safety devices are activated or put in position in accordance with operational instructions and workplace procedures to ensure the safety of personnel and equipment 
Prior to hand-over, documentation relevant to the train and activities undertaken en route is updated, provided to relief crew and/or forwarded to appropriate personnel in accordance with workplace policies and procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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