Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify train operating requirements
- Train timetables, shunting requirements and track conditions for each line or service are identified and records are kept up-to-date
- Tonnage of individual trains is identified to enable planning of suitable motive power
- Routine usage of motive power units is established to provide an initial allocation framework
- Contingency plans covering operational problems are developed and their impact on motive power requirements are taken into account
- Establish motive power requirements and availability
- Availability of all motive power units is determined including location, operational status, special and routine maintenance requirements
- Motive power required to haul tonnage is determined for each train/service and support activity consistent with track geography, gauge, train weight and conditions is identified
- Allocate individual motive power units
- Motive power units, including railcar and locomotive types, are allocated to ensure train and support activities are serviced
- Allocations are documented and communicated to operations personnel and feedback is sought to ensure suitability of units planned
- Relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements are identified and included in allocation considerations
- Documentation authorising the use of allocated motive power for the train service is completed and processed
- Monitor and adjust motive power allocation
- Use and requirements for motive power are monitored and possible allocation changes are determined to maintain efficient use of resources
- Contingency plans for unexpected non-availability of specific motive power units or operational non-performance are implemented
- Changes to allocation are negotiated with operational personnel and motive power maintenance personnel, to achieve suitable outcomes
- Changes to allocation are negotiated with operational personnel and motive power maintenance personnel to achieve suitable outcomes