Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare train for set up of distributed power system

1.1

Distributed motive power units are positioned as required in train consist

1.2

Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and risk control measures are implemented

1.3

Train sections are marshalled to form one train as required

2

Set up remote distributed motive power units

2.1

Distributed power is set up on all remote units

2.2

Distributed power system is tested in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or organisational policies and procedures ready for linking with lead control unit

2.3

Startup procedures for remote distributed motive power units are followed in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or organisational policies and procedures

3

Set up lead distributed motive power units

3.1

Distributed power system is set up by conditioning/activation of required systems

3.2

Distributed power system is tested in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or organisational policies and procedures

3.3

Startup procedures for lead distributed motive power unit are followed in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or organisational policies and procedures

3.4

Full control of distributed motive power units is established after linking process has been completed and required function tests have been conducted

4

Operate and monitor distributed power train

4.1

Distributed power system is operated and monitored during train operation to ensure safe train handling and control in accordance with operational requirements

4.2

Operational difficulties/faults are identified and rectified ensuring operational safety and efficiency

4.3

Shutdown procedures for distributed motive power units are followed in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or organisational policies and procedures

5

Shut down distributed power systems

5.1

Distributed power train is secured against movement as required prior to system shut down

5.2

Shutdown procedures for distributed motive power units are followed in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or organisational policies and procedures

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:

identifying job hazards and taking required action to minimise, control or eliminate identified hazards

monitoring equipment performance

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 regulatory requirements and organisational procedures

setting up, operating and shutting down a distributed power system.

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:

controls, instruments and indicators of a distributed power system and their purpose, location and use

critical distributed power system control information including compatible coupling, braking, drive equipment and ancillary systems

manufacturer instructions for distributed power units

procedures for identifying equipment defects in distributed power system and assessing identified defective units for appropriate action

procedures for managing hazardous situations involving distributed power system

relevant distributed power system documents

relevant applicable state/territory legislated rail safety requirements, codes of practice and/or guidelines

relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation, regulations, codes, policies and procedures.

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 corridor 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, rail industry standards, codes of practice and operation manuals.

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.