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Drive train to operational requirements

Drive train to operational requirements

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIC0015
State Code
ODP61
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/11/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/03/2022
Field of Education
039907 - Rail Operations
Original Release Date
14/03/2022
Nominal Hours
120
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to drive a train to operational requirements in accordance with system of safeworking, regulatory requirements and workplace procedures.It includes applying train management techniques to manage the movement of a train and, as the driver of a motive power unit, to conduct all movements and related activities required to achieve operational requirements. It also includes responding effectively to external factors and emergencies, handing over a train to a relief crew and stabling it at the end of a journey.People achieving competence in this unit will need to fulfil the applicable state/territory legislated rail safety requirements and to comply with relevant codes of practice and/or guidelines.Work is performed without supervision, generally within a team environment. It involves the application of routine operational principles and procedures when driving trains as part of workplace activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian rail systems.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Drive train efficiently and effectively
  • 1.1 Motive power unit is operated in accordance with relevant codes of practice, workplace procedures and instructions
  • 1.2 Motive power unit is operated safely within track/road characteristics and conditions to minimise wear and fuel use and to avoid damage
  • 1.3 Train is driven with due care for passenger comfort and/or condition of freight
  • 1.4 Performance of equipment and rolling stock is monitored to maintain optimum running conditions and to identify faults, defects and inefficiencies
  • 1.5 Relevant codes of practice, work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental requirements are followed to prevent injury and damage
2 Complete train journey in accordance with operational requirements
  • 2.1 Train documentation is received, interpreted and followed
  • 2.2 Train is operated in accordance with documentation and procedures
  • 2.3 Unforeseen or abnormal circumstances affecting planned running schedule are communicated to relevant personnel en route
  • 2.4 Relevant codes of practice, system of safeworking, signalling and control system requirements are followed throughout train operations
  • 2.5 Network control officer instructions are received, interpreted and applied to ensure safe and effective control of train
  • 2.6 Communications are maintained with network control officer and other relevant personnel during train journey in accordance with relevant codes of practice and system of safeworking
  • 2.7 Instructions concerning train operation are given to relevant personnel to ensure safe and efficient running
3 Respond to changed external operating factors
  • 3.1 Instructions regarding changed external operating factors are verified, interpreted and followed, in accordance with relevant codes of practice, system of safeworking, and workplace policies and procedures, to ensure actions taken are appropriate and safe
  • 3.2 Fixed, in-cab, hand signals, verbal movement commands, and/or Automatic Train Protection/Control (ATP/C) equipment are interpreted and followed in accordance with relevant codes of practice, system of safeworking, and workplace policies and procedures
  • 3.3 Hazardous situations are recognised and appropriate actions are taken to minimise risk to passengers and/or freight and equipment
  • 3.4 Abnormal situations are recognised and actions are taken in accordance with workplace procedures
4 Prepare train for crew handover
  • 4.1 Relevant personnel are advised of condition and location of train
  • 4.2 Documentation is updated and faults identified en route are reported to relevant personnel in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Operating condition of signalling systems is reported to relevant personnel in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Incidents or unusual occurrences are recorded and reported to relevant personnel in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
5 Stable train
  • 5.1 Location for stabling of train is confirmed with relevant personnel
  • 5.2 Train is shunted and secured in accordance with directions, workplace procedures and relevant rail regulations
  • 5.3 Safety devices and/or associated systems are activated or put in position to ensure safety of personnel and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVJ83 TLIC4019 Drive train to operational requirements Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHX8 TLI42622 Certificate IV in Train Driving Qualification
BHG7 TLI42621 Certificate IV in Train Driving Qualification