Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for work activities
- Roster is checked and interpreted for day’s train driving activities
- Allocation of motive power units is checked as required by notices, in conjunction with network control officer and roster clerk
- Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and risk control measures are implemented
- Trackside safety and basic electrification awareness procedures are followed as required, while locating allocated motive power unit in the yard
- Motive power unit inspection and preparation duties are identified and interpreted
- Train schedules, notices and other operational and regulatory documentation are accessed and interpreted in accordance with workplace procedures
- Communication equipment required for day’s operations is obtained and checked to ensure it is functional
- Required personal protective equipment is obtained for use prior to day’s train driving activities
- Motive power unit to be inspected and prepared is located in the yard
- Inspect and prepare motive power unit
- Features, functions and location of motive power unit and associated equipment are identified
- Logbook is checked to confirm serviceability of unit
- Preparation and safety checks are conducted, in accordance with work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) and other workplace policies and procedures
- Motive power unit, kit and equipment are checked and defects and deficiencies are recorded and rectified, isolated, tagged or reported as required, in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
- Availability of appropriate fuel, lubricating oils, water, coolant and sand quantities are checked against journey requirements as required and appropriate action is taken to replenish them
- Relevant WHS/OHS and regulatory requirements are followed
- Start motive power unit
- Motive power unit is started in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or workplace procedures and operating faults are recognised, diagnosed, reported and recorded in appropriate records for follow-up
- Where critical or serious equipment faults cannot be readily rectified, motive power unit is shut down, faulty equipment is isolated and tagged, and problem is reported
- Instruments and gauges are observed and readings are interpreted to confirm effective operation
- Action is taken to determine cause of identified problem in instruments and gauges, and situation is rectified or reported, as required
- Fluid levels are rechecked after starting and appropriate action is taken as required
- Pre-departure checks are carried out to ensure motive power unit is braking and powering effectively and is safe to move
- Conduct in-cab checks
- Motive power unit is checked in correct sequence and all equipment is confirmed to be operating to optimum requirements
- Cab layout is checked and confirmed that it meets operating requirements
- Pre-departure mechanical checks are correctly performed and correct functioning of equipment is confirmed in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer operating requirements
- Supervisory controls and indicators are checked to ensure they are functioning correctly and appropriate action is taken if they are not working correctly
- Communications equipment is checked to ensure it is functioning correctly and appropriate action is taken if it is not working correctly
- Seat, windows, blinds, air conditioners, heaters and other personal in-cab equipment are checked and adjusted for correct functionality, safety and comfort
- Auxiliary equipment is checked and is confirmed to be operational in accordance with operating requirements
- Fire extinguisher and emergency toolbox are checked to confirm they are in position and meet operational requirements
- Complete documentation
- Required documentation concerning inspecting motive power unit is completed and processed in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
- Logbook and other service records on the motive power unit are completed and filed in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
- Position motive power unit
- Authority to move and position motive power unit is obtained and relevant personnel are advised of intention and procedures
- Motive power unit is operated in accordance with standard procedures and regulatory requirements, within operating and operational constraints
- Motive power unit is positioned in accordance with operational requirements and directions
- Motive power unit performance is monitored during operation to confirm effective operation or to identify defects
- Equipment defects are identified, reported, rectified and recorded or relevant personnel are advised for assistance
- Relevant WHS/OHS and regulatory requirements are followed to ensure safety and to prevent injury and damage
- Network control officer and other relevant personnel are advised that motive power unit is secured in the required position and is ready for service