ELEMENT S | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 | Prepare for examination | 1.1 | Train consist and information on load detail is established for examination purposes |
1.2 | Location for full train examination is confirmed and relevant personnel are notified of examination |
1.3 | Customer defect notices/carded wagon information is established for examination purposes |
1.4 | Materials and equipment required to conduct full train examination are prepared |
1.5 | Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and risk control measures are implemented |
1.6 | Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements applicable to the examination are confirmed |
1.7 | Relevant train documentation is accessed and reviewed to establish key information on rolling stock required for examination, as required |
2 | Prepare train for examination | 2.1 | Applicable safety device or system is used to ensure train is isolated or secured for examination |
2.2 | Road is locked out using appropriate techniques to ensure safety during examination |
2.3 | Flags, banners, signs and other relevant safety equipment are positioned before and during examination to ensure safety is maintained |
3 | Examine rolling stock | 3.1 | Types of rolling stock and capacities are confirmed as appropriate for the safe transportation of passengers or freight |
3.2 | Brake systems are checked, all brake tests are conducted and certificates are issued as required |
3.3 | Structure of rolling stock and major components are checked and tested to ensure operational safety |
3.4 | Rolling stock is carded and information is recorded in organisational system |
3.5 | Train irregularities are noted and corrective action is initiated in accordance with operational requirements |
3.6 | End-of-train monitor is attached and correct operation is confirmed |
3.7 | WHS/OHS legislation, codes of practice, policies and procedures are observed during the examination to prevent injury and damage |
3.8 | Communication is maintained with other personnel involved to ensure safe, efficient and complete examination |
4 | Examine loads | 4.1 | Load security is checked and confirmed that it meets operational safety requirements |
4.2 | Load contamination is identified and rectified in accordance with WHS/OHS and dangerous goods requirements |
4.3 | Load dimensions are confirmed appropriate to wagon type and checked against documentation for accuracy |
5 | Document and action examination results | 5.1 | Documentation is completed and forwarded for recording examination results and initiating corrective actions, as required |
5.2 | Relevant personnel are informed of remedial or appropriate action required prior to resumption of train service |
