Unit of competency Outline
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Operate road/rail vehicle
Operate road/rail vehicle
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIC3045A
TLIC3045A
State Code
D5047
D5047
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/11/2014
Field of Education
039907 - Rail Operations
Original Release Date
04/11/2014
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate road/rail vehicles on track in accordance with safeworking and regulatory requirements, and workplace procedures. It includes performing pre-operational and post-operational checks, on tracking and off tracking vehicles, operating the equipment, and completing required documentation. It encompasses the operation of all road/rail on-track vehicles. Licensing or certification requirements may be applicable to this unit. Operators of road/rail vehicles may need to have fulfilled licence or certification requirements for the type of vehicle being used.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Perform pre-operational equipment checks
- 1.1 Basic pre-operational equipment checks are conducted as per manufacturers specifications or local maintenance schedules
- 1.2 Log books are checked and completed accurately as required
- 1.3 Deficiencies with equipment are identified and rectified in accordance with workplace procedures
- 1.4 Relevant persons are notified of problems and/or documentation completed
2On track and operate road/rail vehicle
- 2.1 On-tracking location is identified and appropriate on-track permission/authority is obtained
- 2.2 Vehicle is placed on track and set up to operate in accordance with manufacturers specifications and organisational requirements
- 2.3 Vehicle is operated in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with the relevant codes of practice, safeworking systems and manufacturers and local working instructions
- 2.4 Vehicle is operated with due regard for prevailing operating conditions to ensure safe working and minimise/eliminate potential hazards or accidents
- 2.5 Warning systems are monitored and responded to appropriately during operation to maintain correct functionality of vehicle
3Off track road/rail vehicle
- 3.1 Off-track location is identified and, if required, appropriate permissions to off track vehicle is obtained
- 3.2 Front/rear rail wheels are retracted in accordance with manufacturer specifications
- 3.3 Vehicle is driven not less than 3 metres from running rails, and safety locks to rail wheels are applied
- 3.4 That vehicle is clear of all running lines is confirmed with train control/network
4Perform post-operational equipment procedures
- 4.1 Vehicle is left stored in appropriate manner and location to ensure security and protection of equipment
- 4.2 Post-operational vehicle checks are conducted as per manufacturers specifications or local maintenance schedules to identify defects and maintenance requirements
- 4.3 Deficiencies with equipment are identified and rectified in an appropriate manner to maintain equipment in correct functionality of equipment
- 4.4 Relevant persons are notified of problems and/or documentation is completed in accordance with instructions and the relevant codes of practice
5Complete documentation
- 5.1 Log books are checked and completed accurately
- 5.2 Required documentation is completed in a timely, accurate and complete manner in accordance with workplace procedures
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Operations may be conducted:
by day or night
in all weather conditions
Road/rail vehicles may include but are not limited to:
weed sprayer
light-medium rigid vehicles
excavators
pettibone
tractors
four-wheel drives
Suitable on-track and off-track locations include:
public level crossings
stations and yards
private and occupational crossings
Liaison may include:
internal or external personnel from other work areas
Communication equipment may include:
two-way radios, and/or
telephones/mobile phones/satellite phones
flags
signals
air horn
Information may be provided:
electronically
in writing, via forms/documents
orally, via face-to-face communications
Safety and protective equipment may include:
high visibility clothing
hearing protection
gloves
sunscreen
sunglasses
safety glasses
insect repellent
safety headwear
safety footwear
portable radios
hand lamps
flags
safety devices
detonators (audible warning devices)
personal locator beacon (PLB)
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
Information/documents may include:
operational instructions, policies and workplace procedures
relevant log or record book
maintenance notices, records and requests
local authority regulations and procedures
technical instructions
manufacturers or workplace equipment operation manuals
emergency procedure manuals
two-way radio operation procedures
emergency procedures manual
QA plans, data and document control
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable regulations, legislation and codes may include:
legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each applicable state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
relevant Australian Standards and related requirements
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Operations may be conducted:
by day or night
in all weather conditions
Road/rail vehicles may include but are not limited to:
weed sprayer
light-medium rigid vehicles
excavators
pettibone
tractors
four-wheel drives
Suitable on-track and off-track locations include:
public level crossings
stations and yards
private and occupational crossings
Liaison may include:
internal or external personnel from other work areas
Communication equipment may include:
two-way radios, and/or
telephones/mobile phones/satellite phones
flags
signals
air horn
Information may be provided:
electronically
in writing, via forms/documents
orally, via face-to-face communications
Safety and protective equipment may include:
high visibility clothing
hearing protection
gloves
sunscreen
sunglasses
safety glasses
insect repellent
safety headwear
safety footwear
portable radios
hand lamps
flags
safety devices
detonators (audible warning devices)
personal locator beacon (PLB)
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
Information/documents may include:
operational instructions, policies and workplace procedures
relevant log or record book
maintenance notices, records and requests
local authority regulations and procedures
technical instructions
manufacturers or workplace equipment operation manuals
emergency procedure manuals
two-way radio operation procedures
emergency procedures manual
QA plans, data and document control
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable regulations, legislation and codes may include:
legislated rail safety requirements including acts and regulations from each applicable state and territory together with any nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines
relevant Australian Standards and related requirements
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Assessment must include exercises which demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:
performing pre- and post-operational checks
on railing and off railing vehicles correctly
operating road/rail vehicles on-rail
communicating effectively with relevant personnel whilst operating road/rail vehicle
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
Practical assessment must occur:
through appropriate activities in a simulated environment, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Assessment must include exercises which demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations:
performing pre- and post-operational checks
on railing and off railing vehicles correctly
operating road/rail vehicles on-rail
communicating effectively with relevant personnel whilst operating road/rail vehicle
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
Practical assessment must occur:
through appropriate activities in a simulated environment, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVJ92 | TLIC3045 | Operate road/rail vehicle | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S790 | TLI32511 | Certificate III in Rail Infrastructure | Qualification |
| S784 | TLI21311 | Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure | Qualification |
| S787 | TLI31811 | Certificate III in Rail Track Surfacing | Qualification |
| J533 | TLI22013 | Certificate II in Shunting | Qualification |
| S792 | TLI32711 | Certificate III in Track Protection | Qualification |
| J538 | TLI32913 | Certificate III in Tram or Light Rail Infrastructure | Qualification |