Operate urban passenger train

Formats and tools

Unit Description
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Assessment Tool
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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
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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 TLIC4024A, 'Operate urban passenger train'.
Google Links
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Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1Drive urban train efficiently and effectively

1.1 Train is operated in accordance with the relevant codes of practice, workplace procedures and instructions

1.2 Train is operated safely within track/road characteristics and route conditions

1.3 Train operations are controlled to minimise wear and fuel use and avoid damage

1.4 Train is operated with due care for passenger comfort and quality of ride

1.5 Train is safely operated to specified timetable and schedule in accordance with on-time running standards

1.6 Performance of equipment and rolling stock is monitored to maintain optimum running conditions and identify faults, defects and efficiencies

1.7 Relevant codes of practice, OH&S and environmental requirements are followed to prevent injury and damage

2Assist passengers

2.1 Passenger needs when boarding the train are monitored and identified in accordance with workplace procedures and customer service standards

2.2 Passengers are given appropriate assistance in accordance with workplace procedures

2.3 Passengers with disabilities and/or difficulties are identified and given appropriate assistance when embarking/disembarking to/from the train

2.4 Where applicable, passengers are advised of station identification, emergency situations and other critical information, using the train communications system

2.5 Train control and other instructions are received, interpreted and applied to ensure safe and effective control of the train

2.6 Communications are maintained with traffic control and other relevant officers during the train journey in accordance with the workplace procedures, relevant codes of practice and safeworking systems

2.7 Instructions concerning train operation are given to relevant personnel to ensure safe and efficient on-time running

3Carry out train inspections

3.1 Pre- and post-operation checks and terminus inspections are carried out in accordance with workplace procedures

3.2 Train visual checks are made in accordance with workplace procedures

3.3 Problems and defects are identified and reported/rectified in accordance with workplace procedures, other regulatory requirements and manufacturers instructions

3.4 Cleanliness and tidiness of train are checked, if required, and appropriate action is taken to maintain quality standards in accordance with workplace procedures

3.5 Incidents or unusual occurrences are recorded and reported to relevant personnel in accordance with established policies and procedures

4Respond effectively to abnormal situations and external operating factors

4.1 Abnormal operating situations are identified and appropriate action is taken to report and/or respond to the situations in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements

4.2 Hazardous situations are recognised and appropriate action is taken to minimise risk to personnel and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures and OH&S and regulatory requirements

4.3 Safety and other incidents are identified and dealt with in accordance with workplace procedures and OH&S and regulatory requirements

4.4 Appropriate communications are maintained with relevant personnel during safety and other incidents in accordance with workplace procedures and OH&S and regulatory requirements

4.5 Instructions are verified, when required, interpreted and followed, in accordance with relevant codes of practice, safeworking systems and requirements and workplace policies and procedures, to ensure that actions taken are appropriate and safe

4.6 Fixed and hand signals and verbal movement commands are interpreted and followed, in accordance with relevant codes of practice, safeworking systems and workplace policies and procedures, to ensure that actions taken are appropriate and safe

4.7 Reports on safety and other incidents are completed and referred to appropriate personnel in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements

5Stable urban train

5.1 Urban train is stabled in accordance with workplace instructions and procedures

5.2 Post-operational checks of the train are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures

5.3 If required, problems and defects are identified and reported/rectified in accordance with workplace procedures, regulatory requirements and manufacturers instructions

5.4 Safety devices are activated or put in position to ensure the safety of personnel and equipment

5.5 Required documentation on train operations is completed in accordance with workplace procedures


Qualifications and Skillsets

TLIC4024A appears in the following qualifications:

  • TLI40410 - Certificate IV in Transport and Logistics (Rail Operations)
  • TLI40410 - Certificate IV in Transport and Logistics (Rail Operations)