2 Set up motive power units for multi-consist operation 2.1 Motive power units are coupled in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or organisational procedures

ELEMENT S 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1 

Prepare motive power units for coupling 

1.1

Identification and location of motive power units to be coupled is confirmed

1.2

Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and risk control measures are implemented

1.3

Motive power units are marshalled into desired position and orientation to meet consist requirements in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

2 

Set up motive power units for multi-consist operation 

2.1

Motive power units are coupled in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or organisational procedures

2.2

Relevant hose pipes and electrical connections are made in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or organisational procedures

2.3

Fuel lines are coupled as required in accordance with manufacturer instructions and/or organisational procedures

2.4

Area is checked before pantographs are raised or lowered to ensure safety in accordance with organisational procedures, as required

3 

Set up in-cab controls for multi-consist operation 

3.1

Motive power unit controls are set up for multi-consist operation in accordance with manufacturer and/or organisational policies and procedures

3.2

Vigilance and safety controls are set-up as required to ensure they are functioning correctly in multi-consist operation

3.3

Motive power unit equipment is set up or adjusted for multi-consist operation in accordance with manufacturer and/or organisational policies and procedures

4 

Perform post start-up checks 

4.1

Post start-up checks are carried out to ensure all motive power units are braking and powering effectively and are safe to move, in accordance with manufacturer and/or organisational policies and procedures

4.2

Handbrakes on all motive power units are applied/released in accordance with manufacturer and/or organisational policies and procedures

4.3

Pantographs are raised or lowered in accordance with manufacturer and organisational procedures, as required

5 

Haul dead motive power units 

5.1

Motive power unit controls are set up for being hauled dead in motive power unit consist or in-train in accordance with manufacturer and/or organisational policies and procedures

5.2

Vigilance and safety controls are set up as required to ensure they are functioning correctly when being hauled dead in motive power unit consist or in-train

5.3

Motive power unit equipment is set up or adjusted for being hauled dead in motive power unit consist or in-train in accordance with manufacturer and/or organisational policies and procedures

5.4

Handbrakes are applied and released in accordance with manufacturer and/or organisational policies and procedures