Assessor Resource

TLIW5003
Manage rail network control systems

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to manage rail network control systems, in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements.

It includes identifying network control and train control systems and their functions.

This unit involves rail network control systems and applications. It can be applied to networks supporting heavy haul, freight or passenger rail services.

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

Manage network control systems and their components

1.1

Purpose of network control systems and their functions are identified and explained

1.2

Different types of network control systems are identified and discussed

1.3

Components of each type of network control system are identified and explained

1.4

Principles and major components of interlocking systems are identified, explained and used as the foundation for decision making

1.5

Safety implications associated with different types of signalling and interlocking systems are identified and used to guide decision making

2

Manage operation of train control systems

2.1

Functions of train control systems are identified and explained

2.2

Main components of a train control system and their purpose are identified and explained

2.3

Interaction of train control systems with rail operations is identified, explained and used as the basis for decision making

2.4

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

2.5

Possible impact train control systems can have on rail operations are identified, explained and taken into consideration in decision making

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:

accessing and using rail industry standards and safety management systems (SMSs)

applying relevant safeworking and workplace procedures

communicating effectively with others and interpreting complex information relating to rail operations

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

managing rail network control and train control systems and their functions

researching relevant information

reviewing regulatory information changes.

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:

duty holders and their duties under rail safety legislation

information to manage rail network control systems

key concepts and definitions relating to rail assets and interfaces

key principles and practices associated with railway operations

key rail industry regulatory requirements and standards

rail industry and rail industry terminology, including terminology used in rail industry standards

rail regulatory framework

rail safety operating principles

rail system interoperability

rail SMSs.

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 rail workplace operational situations or, where this is not available, in simulated workplace operational situations that replicate rail network control 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, rail industry standards, codes of practice and operation manuals.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Manage network control systems and their components

1.1

Purpose of network control systems and their functions are identified and explained

1.2

Different types of network control systems are identified and discussed

1.3

Components of each type of network control system are identified and explained

1.4

Principles and major components of interlocking systems are identified, explained and used as the foundation for decision making

1.5

Safety implications associated with different types of signalling and interlocking systems are identified and used to guide decision making

2

Manage operation of train control systems

2.1

Functions of train control systems are identified and explained

2.2

Main components of a train control system and their purpose are identified and explained

2.3

Interaction of train control systems with rail operations is identified, explained and used as the basis for decision making

2.4

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

2.5

Possible impact train control systems can have on rail operations are identified, explained and taken into consideration in decision making

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:

accessing and using rail industry standards and safety management systems (SMSs)

applying relevant safeworking and workplace procedures

communicating effectively with others and interpreting complex information relating to rail operations

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

managing rail network control and train control systems and their functions

researching relevant information

reviewing regulatory information changes.

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:

duty holders and their duties under rail safety legislation

information to manage rail network control systems

key concepts and definitions relating to rail assets and interfaces

key principles and practices associated with railway operations

key rail industry regulatory requirements and standards

rail industry and rail industry terminology, including terminology used in rail industry standards

rail regulatory framework

rail safety operating principles

rail system interoperability

rail SMSs.

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 rail workplace operational situations or, where this is not available, in simulated workplace operational situations that replicate rail network control 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, rail industry standards, codes of practice and operation manuals.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

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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