Control and coordinate rail traffic movement

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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
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Evidence Guide
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Competency Mapping Template
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Observation Checklist
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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
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Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver TLIL4074A, 'Control and coordinate rail traffic movement'.
Google Links
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Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1 Monitor status of current train plan

1.1 Train movements and associated activities are analysed to establish current situation

1.2 Proposed train movements and associated activities are identified to establish status of train plan in accordance with organisational procedures and policies

1.3 Train notices are checked for accuracy and adjustments made as required

1.4 Operational management system information is reviewed against observed status, and inconsistencies are corrected

2 Implement the daily working timetable

2.1 Train movements are prioritised and coordinated in accordance with organisational policies and procedures to ensure optimum and consistent running to schedules

2.2 Relevant information is communicated to internal and external customers

2.3 Planned and where applicable unplanned train movements and train notices are implemented in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

3 Control rail traffic movement

3.1 Train movements are coordinated with other relevant personnel in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

3.2 Where applicable, surveillance and alarm systems are monitored to identify emergency situations

3.3 Signalling systems are operated and monitored to ensure safe movement of rail traffic

4 Communicate with rail safety workers

4.1 Communication with relevant rail safety workers is undertaken to ensure that they are informed of train movements, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

4.2 Alternative methods of communication are identified and used in the case of normal communication system malfunction

5 Communicate with stakeholders and customers

5.1 Communication with relevant stakeholders and customers is undertaken to ensure that they are informed of train movements, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

6 Implement contingency plans

6.1 Contingency plan to suit unplanned track works, disruption, system failure or fault is identified and implemented in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

6.2 Resources to respond to the contingency are arranged in accordance with relevant organisational policies and procedures

6.3 Required communications are established

6.4 Train plan or schedule is reviewed and adjusted in accordance with organisational requirements

6.5 Communication with internal and external customers is established and maintained as required

6.6 Operational management systems are updated to reflect changes resulting from the contingency

7 Update rail traffic movement documentation

7.1 Rail traffic movement documentation is compiled and recorded in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

7.2 Rail traffic movement documentation is handed over when relieved and/or at the completion of shift in accordance with organisational policies and procedures


Qualifications and Skillsets

TLIL4074A appears in the following qualifications:

  • TLI42211 - Certificate IV in Rail Network Control