Assessor Resource

TLIL4083
Assist with train operations

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to assist with train operations as a driver assistant or secondperson, in accordance with organisational procedures, safeworking system and codes of practice.

It includes assisting with train preparations and train operation when loading/unloading, taking charge of or handing over, and/or stabling a train.

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.

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

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Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Assist with preparing for train operation and train handover

1.1

Documentation/information is obtained and interpreted to confirm consist information and constraints or characteristics of load, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

1.2

Visual inspection of equipment is carried out and identified faults or defects are appropriately reported in accordance with manufacturer specifications, and organisational policies and procedures

1.3

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

1.4

Assistance is provided with preoperational checking and testing of equipment, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

2

Assist with train operation in transit

2.1

Motive power unit is monitored in conjunction with driver, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

2.2

Guidance is provided to driver while stopping and starting to ensure safety of personnel and equipment

2.3

Train running is monitored and recorded to assist with ontime running in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

2.4

Performance of equipment and rolling stock is monitored to identify faults or defects and appropriate action is taken in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

2.5

Security of load is monitored and identified abnormalities are dealt with in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

2.6

Signals and track/road are monitored and confirmed in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

3

Assist with handing over or stabling train

3.1

Appropriate assistance is provided when stabling train in accordance with safeworking system requirements, operational instructions and organisational policies and procedures

3.2

Safety devices are activated or put in position in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

3.3

During handing over or stabling train, documentation relevant to train and activities undertaken in transit is updated and provided to relief crew or is completed and forwarded to appropriate personnel in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

3.4

Relevant housekeeping activities are completed prior to handover/stabling in accordance with organisational 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:

assisting with train preparations and train operations when:

loading and/or unloading

taking charge of or handing over and/or stabling a train

communicating effectively with others

completing relevant documentation

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 equipment in accordance with operating procedures

reading and interpreting relevant instructions, procedures and information

selecting and using relevant equipment and materials

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:

applicable state/territory legislated rail safety requirements, relevant codes of practice and/or guidelines

appropriate motive power unit and rolling stock systems

emergency procedures and emergency response plan

how to compile and confirm required documentation

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

procedures for fixed and hand signalling, and communications protocols

relevant environmental protection legislation, regulations, codes of practice, policies and procedures

safeworking systems and requirements

stabling workplace procedures.

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 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:

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 describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Assist with preparing for train operation and train handover

1.1

Documentation/information is obtained and interpreted to confirm consist information and constraints or characteristics of load, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

1.2

Visual inspection of equipment is carried out and identified faults or defects are appropriately reported in accordance with manufacturer specifications, and organisational policies and procedures

1.3

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

1.4

Assistance is provided with preoperational checking and testing of equipment, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

2

Assist with train operation in transit

2.1

Motive power unit is monitored in conjunction with driver, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

2.2

Guidance is provided to driver while stopping and starting to ensure safety of personnel and equipment

2.3

Train running is monitored and recorded to assist with ontime running in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

2.4

Performance of equipment and rolling stock is monitored to identify faults or defects and appropriate action is taken in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

2.5

Security of load is monitored and identified abnormalities are dealt with in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

2.6

Signals and track/road are monitored and confirmed in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

3

Assist with handing over or stabling train

3.1

Appropriate assistance is provided when stabling train in accordance with safeworking system requirements, operational instructions and organisational policies and procedures

3.2

Safety devices are activated or put in position in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

3.3

During handing over or stabling train, documentation relevant to train and activities undertaken in transit is updated and provided to relief crew or is completed and forwarded to appropriate personnel in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

3.4

Relevant housekeeping activities are completed prior to handover/stabling in accordance with organisational 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:

assisting with train preparations and train operations when:

loading and/or unloading

taking charge of or handing over and/or stabling a train

communicating effectively with others

completing relevant documentation

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 equipment in accordance with operating procedures

reading and interpreting relevant instructions, procedures and information

selecting and using relevant equipment and materials

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:

applicable state/territory legislated rail safety requirements, relevant codes of practice and/or guidelines

appropriate motive power unit and rolling stock systems

emergency procedures and emergency response plan

how to compile and confirm required documentation

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

procedures for fixed and hand signalling, and communications protocols

relevant environmental protection legislation, regulations, codes of practice, policies and procedures

safeworking systems and requirements

stabling workplace procedures.

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 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:

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

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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