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Assist with shunting, coupling and uncoupling electric passenger trains
Assist with shunting, coupling and uncoupling electric passenger trains
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIC3052A
TLIC3052A
State Code
D5051
D5051
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
10/08/2011
Field of Education
039907 - Rail Operations
Original Release Date
10/08/2011
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to assist a train driver to shunt, couple and uncouple an electric passenger train to operational requirements in accordance with safeworking and regulatory requirements and workplace procedures. This includes assisting with planning and preparing for shunting operations, shunting the train, coupling and uncoupling the train, and using a coupling adaptor. Licensing or certification requirements are not applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Plan and prepare for shunting operation
- 1.1 Shunting requirements are confirmed through workplace documents and/or relevant personnel
- 1.2 Local safety requirements are identified and performed according to workplace procedures
- 1.3 Relevant OH&S requirements are followed to prevent injury and damage
2Assist with shunting of trains
- 2.1 Where required, points, levers, and/or switches are operated in accordance with workplace requirements
- 2.2 Audible signals, hand signals and other line of sight communications are used to assist the control of train movements
- 2.3 Hand, light and radio shunting commands used are responded to in accordance with workplace requirements
- 2.4 Pre-movement inspection/tests are carried out prior to moving trains
3Assist with coupling of trains
- 3.1 Type of connections required are identified prior to coupling
- 3.2 When trains to be coupled are positioned according to operating procedures and workplace requirements, ensure couplers are aligned and in the appropriate position for type of connection required
- 3.3 Ensure all safety requirements are met prior to coupling trains
- 3.4 After trains are coupled, post-coupling inspection/tests are carried out according to operating procedures and workplace requirements
4Assist with uncoupling of trains
- 4.1 Train to be uncoupled is identified and checks are made to ensure all safety requirements are met prior to uncoupling
- 4.2 Train is uncoupled according to operating procedures and workplace requirements
- 4.3 Post-uncoupling inspection/tests are carried out according to operating procedures and workplace requirements
5Use coupling adaptor
- 5.1 Situations requiring the use of a coupling adaptor are identified as per workplace procedures
- 5.2 Coupling adaptor is accessed and transported to required location for use
- 5.3 Ensure all safety requirements are met prior to fitting coupling adaptor
- 5.4 Coupling adaptor is attached to one of the trains prior to coupling according to workplace procedures
- 5.5 Trains are coupled in accordance with workplace procedures and coupling adaptor is secured in place
- 5.6 Post-coupling inspection/tests and/or procedures are carried out according to operating procedures and workplace requirements
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
Equipment may include:
electric passenger train
transition coupler
emergency coupler
coupling adaptor
OH&S requirements may include the use of:
gloves
sunscreen, sunglasses and safety glasses
insect repellent
safety footwear
portable radios
hand lamps
flags
high visibility clothing
emergency warning devices
portable signs and markers
Contingencies may include:
derailments
collisions
breakdowns
injuries and fatalities
fires
track damage
powerline damage
broken/missing equipment
Contingency plans and contingencies may involve:
emergency procedures manuals
safeworking systems and requirements
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:
noticeboards
special train notices
periodical circulars
rules and operating procedures
computer-based data systems
timetables
train consist
incident reports
train register book
emergency procedures manual
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable regulations, legislation and codes may include:
relevant state/territory codes of practice and safeworking system requirements
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
relevant state/territory fatigue management regulations
relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation
relevant Australian Standards
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
Equipment may include:
electric passenger train
transition coupler
emergency coupler
coupling adaptor
OH&S requirements may include the use of:
gloves
sunscreen, sunglasses and safety glasses
insect repellent
safety footwear
portable radios
hand lamps
flags
high visibility clothing
emergency warning devices
portable signs and markers
Contingencies may include:
derailments
collisions
breakdowns
injuries and fatalities
fires
track damage
powerline damage
broken/missing equipment
Contingency plans and contingencies may involve:
emergency procedures manuals
safeworking systems and requirements
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:
noticeboards
special train notices
periodical circulars
rules and operating procedures
computer-based data systems
timetables
train consist
incident reports
train register book
emergency procedures manual
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable regulations, legislation and codes may include:
relevant state/territory codes of practice and safeworking system requirements
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
relevant state/territory fatigue management regulations
relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation
relevant Australian Standards
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:
carrying out pre-shunting checks correctly
assisting appropriately with the shunting of trains in a number of locations including sidings and depots/yards
assisting with coupling activities, including using coupling adaptor correctly
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 activities in an appropriately 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:
carrying out pre-shunting checks correctly
assisting appropriately with the shunting of trains in a number of locations including sidings and depots/yards
assisting with coupling activities, including using coupling adaptor correctly
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 activities in an appropriately simulated environment, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVJ88 | TLIC3052 | Assist with shunting, coupling and uncoupling electric passenger trains | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W930 | TLI32310 | Certificate III in Electric Passenger Train Guard | Qualification |