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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Set up remote control system
  2. Remote control system components are set up in accordance with operational plans and manufacturer instructions
  3. Remote motive power units are placed in required operating mode
  4. Communications code is entered, and air and electrical systems are activated
  5. Brake and traction systems are tested using approved personnel to ensure correct operation
  6. Set up lead control system
  7. Cab console is checked, electrical systems are activated and system self-test is confirmed
  8. Communications code is entered and confirmation is obtained that system has entered link mode
  9. Full control is obtained and brake tests are conducted using lead control equipment, to ensure correct braking is operational
  10. Procedures to establish total control are repeated as required
  11. Train is moved using the full range of tests to ensure operational safety and control
  12. Shut down remote control equipment
  13. Shut-down procedures of lead and remote control equipment are followed to ensure train security and system de-activation
  14. Equipment indicators or functions are operated to ensure shut-down process is correct and complete

Performance Evidence

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:

conducting post set-up tests to ensure remote control system is operating in accordance with workplace procedures

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

interpreting and following operational instructions and prioritising work

monitoring performance of equipment

operating and adapting to differences in equipment in accordance with operating procedures

reading and interpreting relevant instructions, procedures, information and signs

reporting and/or rectifying identified problems, faults or malfunctions promptly, in accordance with workplace procedures

setting up remote control system in a range of configurations and/or trains

shutting down remote control system in accordance with workplace procedures

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


Knowledge Evidence

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

braking and safety system procedures

controls, instruments and indicators of an ontrain remote control unit and their purpose, location and use

procedures for controlling motive power units

procedures for identifying equipment defects in remote control units and assessing identified defective units for appropriate action

procedures for managing hazardous situations involving ontrain remote control systems

procedures for operating remote control units

relevant rail danger zones

relevant safety, work health and safety(WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS), and environmental procedures and regulations

relevant workplace procedures

set-up and shut-down workplace procedures.