ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 | Light fire and raise steam | 1.1 | Roster is checked and interpreted for day’s train driving activities |
1.2 | Allocation of locomotives is checked in accordance with notices and in conjunction with network control officer and roster clerk |
1.3 | Locomotive to be inspected and prepared is located in the yard |
1.4 | Pre-light-up procedures applicable to the type of fire box are identified and followed to enable safe boiler operation |
1.5 | Light-up procedures and safety practices are followed to build up steam within the boiler and to ensure `smoking` is minimised |
1.6 | Instruments and equipment are monitored to ensure safe and efficient operation as steam pressure is raised to operating level |
1.7 | Where a problem is indicated, action is taken to determine the cause and to rectify or report the situation |
2 | Prepare for heritage steam locomotive work activities | 2.1 | Roster is checked and interpreted for day’s train driving activities |
2.2 | Allocation of locomotives is checked as identified by notices and in conjunction with network control officer and roster clerk |
2.3 | Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and risk control measures are implemented |
2.4 | Trackside safety and basic electrification awareness procedures are followed while locating allocated locomotive in the yard |
2.5 | Locomotive inspection and preparation duties are identified and interpreted |
2.6 | Train schedules, notices and other operational and regulatory documentation are accessed and interpreted |
2.7 | Communications equipment required for day’s operations is obtained and checked to ensure it is functional |
2.8 | Required personal protective equipment is obtained for use prior to day’s train driving activities |
2.9 | Locomotive to be inspected and prepared is located in the yard |
3 | Inspect and prepare heritage steam locomotive | 3.1 | Features, functions and location of locomotive and associated equipment are identified |
3.2 | Logbook is checked to confirm serviceability of locomotive |
3.3 | Preparation and safety checks are conducted, in accordance with work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) and other workplace policies and procedures |
3.4 | Locomotive, kit and equipment are checked and defects and deficiencies are recorded and rectified, isolated, tagged or reported in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements |
3.5 | Availability of appropriate fuel, lubricating oils, water and sand quantities are checked against journey requirements and appropriate action is taken to replenish them as required |
3.6 | Relevant WHS/OHS and regulatory requirements are followed |
4 | Conduct in-cab checks | 4.1 | Locomotive is checked in correct sequence and all equipment is confirmed to be operating to optimum requirements |
4.2 | Cab layout is checked and confirmed that it meets operating requirements |
4.3 | Pre-departure mechanical checks are correctly performed and correct functioning of equipment is confirmed in accordance with workplace procedures and operating requirements |
4.4 | Operational controls and indicators are checked to ensure they are functioning correctly and appropriate action is taken if they are not working correctly |
4.5 | Communications equipment is checked to ensure it is functioning correctly and appropriate action is taken if it is not working correctly |
4.6 | Auxiliary equipment is checked and is confirmed to be operational in accordance with operating requirements |
4.7 | Fire extinguisher, safety equipment, emergency toolbox and any other required equipment are checked to confirm they are in position and meet operational requirements |
4.8 | Pre-departure checks are carried out to ensure locomotive is braking and powering effectively and is safe to move |
5 | Complete documentation | 5.1 | Required documentation concerning inspecting, preparing and starting up locomotive is completed in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements |
5.2 | Logbook and other service records on the locomotive are completed in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements |
6 | Position heritage steam locomotive | 6.1 | Authority to move and position locomotive is obtained and relevant personnel are advised of intention and procedures |
6.2 | Locomotive is operated in accordance with standard procedures and regulatory requirements, within operating and operational constraints |
6.3 | Locomotive is positioned in accordance with operational requirements and directions |
6.4 | Locomotive performance is monitored during operation to confirm effective operation or to identify defects |
6.5 | Equipment defects are identified, rectified and recorded or relevant personnel are advised for assistance |
6.6 | Relevant WHS/OHS and regulatory requirements are followed to ensure safety and to prevent injury and damage |
6.7 | Network control officer and other relevant personnel are advised that locomotive is secured in the required position and is ready for service |
