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Conduct pre-movement checks on rolling stock

Conduct pre-movement checks on rolling stock

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIB3129
State Code
AVK30
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
22/11/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
23/02/2016
Field of Education
039907 - Rail Operations
Original Release Date
23/02/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to conduct pre-movement checks on rolling stock in accordance with relevant workplace practices, regulations and codes of practice.It includes conducting pre-movement checks, moving and stabling the rolling stock in accordance with organisational requirements.This unit applies to people required to carry out these activities as part of a maintenance role within a defined location.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Carry out pre-movement checks
  • 1.1 Allocation of rolling stock is checked in conjunction with appropriate personnel
  • 1.2 Rolling stock to be inspected and prepared is located
  • 1.3 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and control measures are implemented
  • 1.4 Completion of all maintenance activities is confirmed
  • 1.5 Checks for safety controls are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.6 Internal and external integrity checks are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.7 Fluid levels are checked and appropriate actions taken, as required
2 Move rolling stock
  • 2.1 Rolling stock is shunted in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or organisational procedures, and faults are recognised, diagnosed, reported and recorded in appropriate records for follow-up
  • 2.2 For critical or serious equipment faults that cannot be readily rectified, rolling stock shunt is halted, faulty equipment is isolated and tagged, and problem is reported for rectification
  • 2.3 Functionality of equipment is interpreted to confirm effective air and electrical operation, and where a problem is indicated, actions are taken to determine the cause and to rectify or report the situation
  • 2.4 Fluid levels are rechecked after starting and appropriate actions taken, as required
3 Stable rolling stock
  • 3.1 Correct clearances for stabling location are confirmed
  • 3.2 Rolling stock is secured in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Personal or equipment lockouts are applied in accordance with workplace procedures, as required
  • 3.4 Appropriate documentation is confirmed, completed and processed in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WG196 TLIB3129A Conduct pre-movement checks on rolling stock Unit of competency