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

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

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:

the required knowledge and skills

relevant workplace rules and procedures

Assessment must include exercises which demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:

identifying responsibilities of handsignaller from explanation of site safety plan

identifying and selecting correct equipment and ensures functional condition

identifying potential risks

identifying unsafe and ineffective handsignalling positions

taking up handsignalling position that enables effective communication with rail traffic crew

using hand signal commands to instruct a rail traffic crew

applying procedures for the use of railway track signals

explaining appropriate action in the event of an unsafe situation and/or emergency

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

Method of assessment

Assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through activities in an appropriately simulated environment, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

This section describes the knowledge and skills required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Access Provider and organisational policies, procedures and protocols

Access Provider policies, procedures and protocols for identified unsafe situations or emergencies within workplace role

Access Provider rules and procedures for working around electrical infrastructure

Hand, light and flag signals used during the day and at night

Operational communication protocols and systems

Positioning requirements for handsignallers

Rail terminology as defined by the applicable Access Provider

Railway track signals and their use, if applicable

Worksite protection plan

Required skills:

Apply fatigue management skills as they relate to the work role

Apply hand, light and flag signals during the day and at night

Apply procedures for using railway track signals

Communicate effectively with individuals and work groups

Ensure effectiveness of handsignalling placement

Follow workplace policies, procedures and protocols

Identify unsafe situations and emergencies

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Use required personal protective equipment conforming to Access Provider requirements

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Worksites may include:

rail corridor

danger zone:

running line

parallel networks (adjacent access providers, shared corridor)

adjacent lines

sidings/yards

platforms/buildings

structures

Terminology used will be:

as defined by the Access Provider

Work may occur:

under varied visibility conditions

Safety assessment will be:

as defined within the workplace procedures

as defined in the safety assessment for work including:

view - line of sight

direction of approaching trains

speed of approaching trains

position of safety

changed local conditions

Communications may include:

receiving and passing on verbal messages/information

reporting unsafe situations and responding to emergencies

general safety and emergency messages

Safety clothing and equipment may include:

high visibility clothing

protective footwear

hearing protection

Where applicable, worksite protection equipment may include:

warning devices, whistles and sirens

railway track signals demarcation barriers

lights and flags

electronic devices

Information and documents may include:

workplace procedures, policies and work instructions

worksite protection plan

emergency plan

pre-work briefing and worksite protection plan

Unsafe situations may include:

risks to the individual

risks to other workers

risks to the public

risks to trains

risks to the physical assets of the network

Communication protocols may include:

general safety

transmitting and receiving messages:

identification

standard radio terms

phonetic alphabet

testing communications equipment

emergency messages