Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

FDFSUG102A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Undertake shunting operations

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency FDFSUG102A - Undertake shunting operations
Description This unit describes the outcomes required to prepare and direct the physical movement of rolling stock to meet requirements of the marshalling strategy.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit has application in the sugar milling industry.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites There are no pre-requisite units for this competency standard.
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Plan and prepare for shunting operation
  • Personal protective clothing and equipment is selected and used
  • Health and safety hazards/maintenance requirements are identified and reported to appropriate personnel according to workplace reporting procedures
  • Shunting requirements are interpreted from the marshalling strategy
  • Vehicles and equipment are located and prepared in accordance with marshalling strategy
  • Rolling stock movements, availability and locations are established in order to determine appropriate siding and/or track locations for vehicle placement
       
Element: Carry out shunting control procedures
  • Points, levers, switches, signals and line of sight communications are used to assist the control of rolling stock movement
  • Hand, light and radio shunting commands conform with operational and statutory requirements
  • Consignment notes/tickets are checked and bins are located and sorted to comply with marshalling requirements
  • Coupling and uncoupling procedures are carried out to attach and detach rolling stock
       
Element: Complete work
  • Workplace information is recorded according to workplace recording requirements
  • Tools, plant and equipment are cleaned and stored as required
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of ability to:

interpret the marshalling strategy

plan work to meet requirements of the marshalling plan

communicate with the locomotive operator

take corrective action with regard to bins and rolling stock.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to:

Marshalling strategy

Operating procedures and related advice on equipment operation

Cane railway system

Personal protective clothing and equipment

Communication systems and equipment

Housekeeping standards and procedures

Workplace information recording systems, requirements and procedures.

Method of assessment

Other units of competency relevant to the work role should be assessed in conjunction with this unit.

Guidance information for assessment

To ensure consistency in one's performance, competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills include:

Ability to:

interpret the marshalling strategy

select, fit and use personal protective clothing and/or equipment

identify equipment requirements and carry out pre-start checks

plan shunting operations to meet requirements of the marshalling plan

use electronic data transfer and capture systems for mobile data collection as required

demonstrate hand signals including use of lighting

communicate with the locomotive operator to direct the positioning of rolling stock as required

identify faults in bins and/or equipment

take corrective action in response to abnormal or unacceptable quality of bins or rolling stock or equipment performance

use appropriate communication methods and equipment

report and/or record corrective action as required

maintain workplace records

maintain work area to meet housekeeping standards

Required knowledge include:

Knowledge of:

relevant state OHS legislation, standards and codes of practice relating to work responsibilities

safe work procedures including awareness of health and safety hazards related to work responsibilities and associated control measures

methods used to render equipment safe to inspect, maintain and/or clean including lock-out, tag-out and isolation procedures

purpose and limitations of protective clothing and equipment

functions and basic operating principles of equipment

the requirements of cut to crush sequencing of cane rakes

acceptable locomotive, bin and rake condition and procedure for tagging and reporting bins requiring repair

communication procedures, methods and equipment including the meaning of hand and audible signals

procedures for responding to emergency situations including use of two-way radio system to report emergencies

environmental issues and controls

requirements to liaise/advise related work areas

housekeeping standards for the work area

reporting and recording system

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Policies and procedures

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

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

Workplace information can include:

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and

manufacturer's specifications.

Documentation and recording requirements

Documentation and recording requirements may include

marshalling strategy

documentation relating to the traffic schedule such as run slips and loco running sheets

log books and employee time sheets/records.

Transport network features

Cane transport network features and their characteristics may include:

main and branch lines

yards

sidings

loops

dump points and pads

and road transport delivery points.

Hazards

Hazards include working with moving machinery, manual handling and working in exposed conditions.

Information systems

Information systems may be print or screen based.

Locomotives

Locos may or may not be fitted with brake vans.

Equipment status

Confirming equipment status involves conducting relevant pre-start checks, confirming that all safety guards and equipment is ready and safe to operate.

Teamwork

Work may require the ability to work within a team environment.

Communication methods

Communication methods include use of two-way radios used in accordance with workplace requirements and state authority protocols.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Personal protective clothing and equipment is selected and used 
Health and safety hazards/maintenance requirements are identified and reported to appropriate personnel according to workplace reporting procedures 
Shunting requirements are interpreted from the marshalling strategy 
Vehicles and equipment are located and prepared in accordance with marshalling strategy 
Rolling stock movements, availability and locations are established in order to determine appropriate siding and/or track locations for vehicle placement 
Points, levers, switches, signals and line of sight communications are used to assist the control of rolling stock movement 
Hand, light and radio shunting commands conform with operational and statutory requirements 
Consignment notes/tickets are checked and bins are located and sorted to comply with marshalling requirements 
Coupling and uncoupling procedures are carried out to attach and detach rolling stock 
Workplace information is recorded according to workplace recording requirements 
Tools, plant and equipment are cleaned and stored as required 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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