Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
23/07/2026 7:09 AM AWST

Whilst all efforts are made to provide accurate and timely information from the relevant source/documentation, please be aware that the information supplied may not be the most current version. The accuracy of the detail has not been confirmed by the Department and therefore should not be relied upon without first confirming the contents.

Perform handsignaller duties

Perform handsignaller duties

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIF2082
State Code
AVJ38
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
22/11/2021
View on TGA
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
23/02/2016
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
23/02/2016
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to perform handsignaller duties in accordance with Rail Infrastructure Manager, legislative and regulatory requirements.It includes identifying site protection requirements, taking up handsignaller positions, using hand signal commands to manage rail traffic, and taking actions in unsafe situations or emergencies.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.The unit includes the application of Rail Infrastructure Manager rules, procedures and protocols for performing handsignaller duties. A hand signal is a signal given by hand movements, with or without a flag, board or light.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify site protection requirements
  • 1.1 Worksite protection plan briefing conducted by relevant personnel is attended
  • 1.2 Responsibilities as handsignaller for protection are identified and clarified as required
  • 1.3 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and control measures are implemented
  • 1.4 Tools and equipment required for handsignalling duties are identified, obtained and checked for functional condition
  • 1.5 Communications equipment to be used is tested and set to correct channel
2 Take up handsignaller position
  • 2.1 Danger zone is safely accessed in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Unsafe and/or ineffective signalling positions are identified and reported in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Handsignalling positions that conform to worksite protection plan and workplace procedures are identified and the most appropriate position is chosen
  • 2.4 Situational awareness is conducted to identify potential risks
  • 2.5 Audible track warning devices are applied in accordance with workplace procedures as required
  • 2.6 Effectiveness of handsignalling position and communications protocols are confirmed
3 Use hand signal commands to manage rail traffic
  • 3.1 Vigilance is maintained at all times
  • 3.2 Protection officer is alerted to approaching rail traffic in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Correct hand signal is displayed to rail traffic in accordance with protection officer instructions
  • 3.4 Verbal instructions are provided to train driver, as required
  • 3.5 Railway track signals are replaced, as required
4 Take action in unsafe situations or emergencies
  • 4.1 Unsafe situations and/or emergencies are identified and appropriate actions taken to minimise risk in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Emergencies and/or incidents are recorded and reported to relevant personnel in accordance with workplace procedures
No information
No information
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WG215 TLIF2082B Perform handsignaller duties Unit of competency