Formats and tools
- Unit Description
- Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
- Assessment Tool
- an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
- Assessment Template
- generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
- Assessment Matrix
- a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
- Wiki Markup
- mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
- Evidence Guide
- create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
- Competency Mapping Template
- Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
- Observation Checklist
- create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)
- Self Assessment Survey
- A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
- Moodle Outcomes
- Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
- Registered Training Organisations
- Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver PSPRAIL501A, 'Operate within the regulatory framework for rail safety'.
- Google Links
- links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
- Books
- Reference books for 'Operate within the regulatory framework for rail safety' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Develop rail industry knowledge | 1.1 Rail terminology and elements of railway systems are identified and clarified to ensure knowledge is up-to-date. 1.2 Railway technologies, infrastructure and interaction relating to the sphere of operation are researched and confirmed as current with experienced, senior or supervisory staff. 1.3 Key issues relating to railway operations and management, rail safety and systems interfaces are identified and their impact on rail safety regulation is determined in accordance with legislation. |
2. Maintain currency in rail industry knowledge | 2.1 Changes in rail industry operations and technology are monitored over time and their implications for safety regulation are identified and discussed within the work group. 2.2 Changes in rail safety regulatory requirements are monitored and available information, training and awareness sessions are accessed to maintain knowledge and skill base. 2.3 Regular contact and information exchange with other rail safety regulatory staff are undertaken to ensure consistent application of regulatory requirements. |
3. Apply knowledge of rail industry standards | 3.1 Rail safety operating principles are identified and confirmed. 3.2 Applicable current national and international standards, codes and local rules are identified and their relevance to rail safety regulation is confirmed. 3.3 Requirements of rail industry standards for use by rail transport operators are identified in the context of safety management systems and risk management. 3.3 Implications of using rail industry standards for rail safety compliance are explained as required, in accordance with industry needs. |
4. Identify and use key principles underpinning rail safety regulation | 4.1 Role, function and purpose of co-regulation in the rail industry are explained in the context of legislation and explanatory memorandum. 4.2 Role, function and purpose of safety management systems and accreditation are explained in the context of legislation and guidelines. 4.3 Functions and obligations of duty holders and their general duties are explained in the context of rail safety legislation. |
5. Establish and maintain rail industry relationships | 5.1 Rail industry organisations are identified and formal and informal lines of communications are established and maintained. 5.2 Trust and confidence are gained and maintained through high standards of ethical practice. 5.3 Interests and requirements of the regulator are represented and promoted using strategies tailored to the particular industry organisation. 5.4 Feedback is obtained and used to improve services and regulatory outcomes. |