The important thing to remember when gathering evidence is that the more evidence the better - that is, the more evidence you gather to demonstrate your skills, the more confident an assessor can be that you have learned the skills not just at one point in time, but are continuing to apply and develop those skills (as opposed to just learning for the test!). Furthermore, one piece of evidence that you collect will not usualy demonstrate all the required criteria for a unit of competency, whereas multiple overlapping pieces of evidence will usually do the trick!
From the Wiki University
What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?
Light fire and raise steam
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Roster is checked and interpreted for day's train driving activities Completed |
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Allocation of locomotives is checked as per notices and in conjunction with train controllers and roster clerk Completed |
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Locomotive to be inspected and prepared is located in the yard Completed |
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Pre-light-up procedures applicable to the type of fire box are identified and followed to enable safe boiler operation Completed |
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Light-up procedures and safety practices are followed to build up steam within the boiler and to ensure 'smoking' is minimised Completed |
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Instruments and equipment are monitored to ensure safe and efficient operation as steam pressure is raised to operating level Completed |
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Where a problem is indicated, action is taken to determine the cause and to rectify or report the situation Completed |
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Prepare for steam locomotive work activities
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Roster is checked and interpreted for day's train driving activities Completed |
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Allocation of locomotives is checked as per notices and in conjunction with train controllers and roster clerk Completed |
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Trackside safety and basic electrification awareness procedures are followed while locating the allocated locomotive in the yard Completed |
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Locomotive inspection and preparation duties are identified and interpreted Completed |
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Train schedules and notices and other operational and regulatory documentation is accessed and interpreted Completed |
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Communication equipment required for the day's operations is obtained and checked to ensure that it is functional Completed |
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Required personal protective equipment is obtained for use during the day's train driving activities Completed |
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Locomotive to be inspected and prepared is located in the yard Completed |
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Inspect and prepare locomotive
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Features, functions and location of locomotive and associated equipment are identified Completed |
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Log book is checked to confirm serviceability of locomotive Completed |
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Preparation and safety checks are conducted, in accordance with OH&S and other workplace policies and procedures Completed |
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Locomotive, kit and equipment are checked and defects and deficiencies are recorded and rectified, isolated, tagged (where applicable) or reported as per workplace procedures and regulatory requirements Completed |
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Availability of appropriate fuel, lubricating oils, water and sand quantities (where applicable) are checked against journey requirements and appropriate action is taken to replenish them if required Completed |
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Relevant OH&S and regulatory requirements are followed Completed |
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Conduct in-cab checks
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Locomotive is checked in correct sequence and all equipment is confirmed operating to optimum requirements Completed |
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Cab layout is checked and confirmed to meet operating requirements Completed |
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Pre-departure mechanical checks are correctly performed and correct functioning of all equipment is confirmed as per workplace procedures and operating requirements Completed |
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Operational controls and indicators are checked to ensure they are functioning correctly and appropriate action is taken if they are not working correctly Completed |
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Communication equipment is checked to ensure that it is functioning correctly and appropriate action is taken if it is not working correctly Completed |
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Auxiliary equipment is checked and is confirmed to be operational in accordance with operating requirements Completed |
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Fire extinguisher, safety equipment, emergency toolbox and any other required equipment are checked to confirm they are in position and meet operational requirements Completed |
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Pre-departure checks are carried out to ensure locomotive is braking and powering effectively and is safe to move Completed |
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Complete documentation
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All required documentation concerning the inspection, preparation and start up of the locomotive is completed in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements Completed |
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Log book and other service records on the locomotive are completed in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements Completed |
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Position motive power unit
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Authority to move and position locomotive is obtained and relevant personnel are advised of intention and procedures Completed |
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Locomotive is operated in accordance with standard procedures and regulatory requirements and within operating and operational constraints Completed |
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Locomotive is positioned in accordance with operational requirements and directions Completed |
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Locomotive performance is monitored during operation in order to confirm effective operation or to identify defects Completed |
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Equipment defects are identified, rectified and recorded or relevant personnel are advised for assistance Completed |
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Relevant OH&S and regulatory requirements are followed to ensure safety and to prevent injury and damage Completed |
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Train controller and other relevant personnel are advised that the locomotive is secured in the required position and is ready for service Completed |
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