Assist with preparation of a train prior to operation

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 TLIB0117A, 'Assist with preparation of a train prior to operation'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
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Elements and Performance Criteria

1 Prepare for pre-departure checks

1.1 Required checks and relevant procedures and standards are identified

1.2 Purpose of the journey and activities to be undertaken are identified

1.3 Constraints and special instructions that may apply for the journey are identified

1.4 Documentation is read to identify and confirm consist, attach/detach information and characteristics of the train

2 Implement pre-departure checks

2.1 Train, or relevant portion of the train, is checked to ensure that rolling stock is coupled and sequenced correctly

2.2 Rolling stock is checked to ensure it is fit for operation in accordance with regulatory requirements and organisational procedures

2.3 Assistance is provided when train braking systems are tested to ensure they are operating effectively

2.4 Visual inspection is conducted to identify obvious faults or defects that would prevent safe transit

2.5 Action is taken within limits of own role to rectify faults and ensure minimum delay to planned running schedule

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

3 Confirm train can proceed

3.1 Documentation is completed following checking of rolling stock and train equipment in accordance with organisational procedures

3.2 Relevant personnel are promptly advised of the result of completed checks

3.3 Authority to proceed relevant to the operational situation is obtained and followed