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Range Statement
The range statement indicates the context for demonstrating competence. This statement is a guide and unless otherwise indicated, items may or may not apply as required by the work context.Work is carried out in accordance with company policies and procedures, licensing requirements, legislative requirements, codes of practice and industrial awards and agreements. Codes of practice include the Sugar Milling Operations Industry Code of Practice and sugar industry codes of practice related to cane railway and transport operations Workplace information can include Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and manufacturer's specificationsDocumentation and recording requirements may include marshalling strategy, documentation relating to the traffic schedule such as run slips and loco running sheets and log booksCane transport network features and their characteristics may include main and branch lines, yards, sidings, loops, dump points and padsInformation systems may be print or screen basedA master-slave configuration describes any mechanism and operating system that allows control of one motive power unit by another motive power unit, which forms part of the same train. The slave or remote unit is not operated freely, unattached from the master or lead locomotiveMaster-slave locomotives may be used within a yard for the purpose of marshalling and shunting and on running linesEquipment may include diesel and electric locomotives, rail cars and multiple units including electric, diesel and hydraulicConfirming equipment status involves conducting relevant pre-start checks and equipment is ready and safe to operateWork may require the ability to work within a team environmentCommunication methods include use of two-way radios used in accordance with workplace requirements and state authority protocols and hand and audible signalling