Relevant personnel are promptly advised of result of completed checks

ELEMENT S 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1 

Prepare for pre-departure checks 

1.1

Checks and relevant procedures and standards are identified

1.2

Purpose of journey and activities to be undertaken are identified

1.3

Constraints and special instructions that may apply for journey are identified

1.4

Documentation is read and clarified as required to identify and confirm consist, attach/detach vehicle information, loading information and characteristics of the train

1.5

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

1.6

Compliance with relevant regulatory and Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code requirements are identified, as required

2 

Implement pre-departure checks 

2.1

Motive power control systems are set up and checked in accordance with workplace policies and procedures

2.2

Train, or relevant portion of the train, is checked to ensure rolling stock is coupled and sequenced correctly

2.3

Train braking systems are applied and released to ensure they are operating effectively

2.4

Visual inspection is conducted to identify obvious faults or defects that would prevent safe transit

2.5

Corrective action is taken to rectify faults and ensure minimum delay to planned running schedule

2.6

Relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements are followed to prevent injury and damage

3 

Confirm train can proceed 

3.1

Relevant personnel are promptly advised of result of completed checks

3.2

Authority to proceed relevant to operational situation is obtained and followed