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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. |
Operations may be conducted: | by day or nightin all relevant weather conditions |
Electric trams include all electric trams in service within Australian transport systems and may include: | hand-operated or foot pedal control systems or both |
Electric tram equipment may include: | ancillary systemsautomatic control systemsbraking systemsdrive systemsinstrumentationmanual controlscommunication systemswarning equipmentpower sourcevigilance systemstraction systems |
Pre-operation checks may include: | sand levelsbrake testinglights - internal and externalair systemsinterlocks and door controls |
Visual inspection of an electric tram may include: | lightshosescouplingsdestination indicators or signsdoors and door locksspringsbrake equipmentwheelssealssandpantographs or trolley poleselectrical cablesglass windows and doorsaudible faults (e.g. hiss of escaping air)visible faults (e.g. oil leaks, tears and cracks) |
In-cab pre-operational checks may include: | brake checksdriver's safety control testfunctionality checks of supervisory controls and indicatorstraction controlsin-cab check of communication equipment (depending on type of tram this may include radio, intercom, PA systems, passenger emergency intercom, passenger emergency systems, etc.)radio communication check with tram controllerseat (ergonomic setting for safety, function and comfort)windows and blindsdoor locksfire extinguisherspoint bars, any other tools and tool boxes |
Electric tram start-up sequence may include: | check log bookpantograph or trolley pole upswitch on batteries, if anyswitch on compressor, if anyclose all power control switchesclose all light switches and set lights for proposed direction of travelcheck sand levels and functionscheck handbrake/park brake is functioning correctlyobserve and interpret gaugestake appropriate action if gauge readings outside normal operation rangestart tram |
Risk minimisation may require differentiating between faults, defects and deficiencies that: | do not present a hazard and could be attended to under running maintenance or in a normal maintenance schedulepresent a potential hazard and need to be attended to under running maintenance or at the next most practical opportunitypresent an immediate hazard and require immediate attention |
Relevant personnel may include: | tram crewtram controllersrostering supervisors and staffother tram drivers and crewsdepot coordinatorssupervisors and other operational personnelmaintenance personnelimmediate internal or external customersinternal and external suppliers |
Action taken upon the identification of faults, defects or deficiencies may include: | reporting the problem and carrying out repairs (depending on the level and extent of work required), or isolating the faulty equipment and advising appropriate personnel of the fault and need for repair or replacement |
Depending on the organisation concerned workplace procedures may be called: | standard operating procedurescompany proceduresenterprise proceduresorganisational proceduresestablished procedures |
Information and documents may include: | relevant national and state or territory transport regulations and codes of practicenotices in drivers' notice board/boxreference cardstram driver roster sheet and/or table cardoperational instructions, policies and procedures:emergency procedures manualconditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards |
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include: | applicable legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelinesrelevant state/territory road rules and tramway codes of practicerelevant Australian Standards and related requirementsrelevant state/territory OH&S legislationrelevant state/territory environmental protection legislation |