Work must be carried out in accordance with codes/regulations and workplace requirements relevant to the preparation of an electric passenger train.

Safety checks and equipment tests are performed without supervision.

Work involves the application of regulatory requirements and workplace procedures to the preparation of an electric passenger train.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1Pre-preparation checks

1.1 Location of train is determined in accordance with allocation procedures

1.2 Organisational safety controls are identified and acted upon

1.3 Relevant OH&S requirements are followed to prevent injury and damage

2Inspect, start and test equipment

2.1 Required checks, procedures and standards are identified

2.2 Relevant equipment is inspected in accordance with workplace pre-operational functional safety check procedures and operational instructions

2.3 Following start-up, relevant equipment and components are tested in accordance with workplace procedures

2.4 Aspects of equipment found to be outside operational specifications are reported and/or recorded for appropriate action

2.5 Warning systems are checked for operational effectiveness

2.6 Control systems are checked in accordance with workplace policies and procedures

2.7 Visual inspection of train braking systems is conducted to ensure compliance with organisational specifications

3Check equipment and carry out visual inspection of the train

3.1 Visual inspection is conducted in accordance with workplace procedures to identify any defects that would prevent safe transit

3.2 Communication is maintained with relevant personnel to ensure safe, efficient and complete inspection

3.3 Condition of the train consist is visually inspected and faults are rectified and/or reported

3.4 Conditions requiring urgent action are noted and appropriate action is taken to initiate immediate response

3.5 Passenger facilities are checked to ensure that they are clean and fit for service

3.6 Passenger operated equipment is visually checked to ensure operational readiness

4Record and report faults/defects

4.1 Faults/defects are accurately recorded and/or reported in accordance with workplace requirements

4.2 Accurate records are kept in accordance with workplace requirements

4.3 Potential defects which may affect the future safety of the equipment are recorded and/or reported

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Workplace procedures and policies for the checking and assessing of the operational capability of equipment when preparing an electric passenger train for service

The characteristics, capabilities and limitations of the equipment

Problems that may occur when preparing an electric passenger train for service and appropriate action that can be taken to resolve the problems

Operational safety requirements when preparing an electric passenger train for service

Housekeeping standards procedures required in the workplace

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others while preparing an electric passenger train for service

Read and interpret instructions, procedures, information, labels and signs relevant to preparing an electric passenger train for service

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to preparing an electric passenger train for service

Work collaboratively with others when preparing an electric passenger train for service

Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems, faults or malfunctions in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unplanned events

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during work activities

Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule

Modify activities depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

Apply fatigue management knowledge and techniques

Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment

Operate and adapt to differences in equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures

Select and use required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards

Select and use relevant equipment and communications technology when checking and assessing the operational capability of equipment

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 underpinning knowledge and skills

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

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

identifying typical faults/defects that may occur on electric passenger trains

assisting in checking and testing train equipment to workplace requirements

visually inspecting the interior of an electric passenger train

reporting and/or recording faults and inoperable equipment

completing preparation within agreed timeframes

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, case studies 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 this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, 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

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

Work may be conducted in:

a range of work environments

by day or night

Workplaces may comprise:

large, medium or small worksites

Work may be conducted in:

limited or restricted spaces

exposed conditions

controlled or open environments

Purpose of equipment checking and inspection is to ensure:

it is free from damage, leaks and obstructions that may prejudice safety or limit operational capability

it operates within prescribed limits

Visual checks may include but are not limited to:

pressure over/under specification

fluid leaks

temperature over/under specifications

cracks, surface or structural faults or other damage

tightness of bolts, fixtures and fittings within specifications

Records/results of pre-operation tests may include:

details of faulty equipment or specific components

action taken

results of testing

details of repair and maintenance work to be undertaken

Operational checks may be performed by:

operating/checking the functionality of various pieces of safety and component equipment (where applicable)

Consultative processes may involve:

workplace personnel

supervisors and managers

official representatives

Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established procedures

Personal protective equipment may include:

gloves

safety headwear and footwear

safety glasses

high visibility clothing

Communication in the work area may include:

two-way radios

telephones/mobile phones

train to base radio

hand signals

flags

oral

written instructions

Information/documents may include:

workplace procedures and policies for the preparation of electric passenger trains

manufacturers specifications for equipment/tools

supplier instructions

relevant OH&S requirements and policies

relevant Australian standards and certification requirements

material safety data sheets where applicable

relevant legislation, regulations and related documentation

award, enterprise bargaining agreement and other industrial arrangements

quality assurance procedures

emergency procedures

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from the applicable state/territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines

relevant standards, codes and regulations pertaining to the checking and operation of the equipment concerned

relevant state OH&S legislation

relevant state environmental protection legislation

workplace relations regulations including equal opportunity, equal employment opportunity and affirmative action legislation

workers compensation regulations

This unit contains employability skills.