Application
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to set up and shut down an on It includes setting up the remote control system, setting up the lead control system, and shutting down the remote control equipment. People achieving competence in this unit will need to fulfil the applicable state/territory legislated rail safety requirements and to comply with relevant codes of practice and/or guidelines. Work is performed without supervision, generally within a team environment. It involves the application of routine operational principles and procedures when setting up and shutting down an on No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA | ||
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. | ||
1 | Set up remote control system | 1.1 | Remote control system components are set up in accordance with operational plans and manufacturer instructions |
1.2 | Remote motive power units are placed in required operating mode | ||
1.3 | Communications code is entered, and air and electrical systems are activated | ||
1.4 | Brake and traction systems are tested using approved personnel to ensure correct operation | ||
2 | Set up lead control system | 2.1 | Cab console is checked, electrical systems are activated and system self-test is confirmed |
2.2 | Communications code is entered and confirmation is obtained that system has entered link mode | ||
2.3 | Full control is obtained and brake tests are conducted using lead control equipment, to ensure correct braking is operational | ||
2.4 | Procedures to establish total control are repeated as required | ||
2.5 | Train is moved using the full range of tests to ensure operational safety and control | ||
3 | Shut down remote control equipment | 3.1 | Shut-down procedures of lead and remote control equipment are followed to ensure train security and system de-activation |
3.2 | Equipment indicators or functions are operated to ensure shut-down process is correct and complete | ||
Evidence of Performance
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:
conducting post set-up tests to ensure remote control system is operating in accordance with workplace procedures
identifying job hazards and taking required action to minimise, control or eliminate identified hazards
interpreting and following operational instructions and prioritising work
monitoring performance of equipment
operating and adapting to differences in equipment in accordance with operating procedures
reading and interpreting relevant instructions, procedures, information and signs
reporting and/or rectifying identified problems, faults or malfunctions promptly, in accordance with workplace procedures
setting up remote control system in a range of configurations and/or trains
shutting down remote control system in accordance with workplace procedures
working systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment.
Evidence of Knowledge
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of: |
applicable state/territory legislated rail safety requirements, relevant codes of practice and/or guidelines braking and safety system procedures controls, instruments and indicators of an on procedures for controlling motive power units procedures for identifying equipment defects in remote control units and assessing identified defective units for appropriate action procedures for managing hazardous situations involving on procedures for operating remote control units relevant rail danger zones relevant safety, work health and safety(WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS), and environmental procedures and regulations relevant workplace procedures set-up and shut-down workplace procedures. |
Assessment Conditions
As a minimum, assessors must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.
As a minimum, assessment must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.
Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations or, where this is not available, in simulated workplace operational situations that replicate rail workplace conditions.
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations
relevant and appropriate materials, tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.
Foundation Skills
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Range Statement
Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.
Non-essential conditions can be found in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide.
Sectors
Not applicable.
Competency Field
B – Equipment Checking and Maintenance