TLIC0009 — Perform guard duties as part of passenger train operations

1 Perform on-train role/duties efficiently and effectively

• 1.1On-train duties are performed in a manner which provides optimal customer safety and in accordance with relevant workplace procedures and instructions
• 1.2Right of way activities are performed to ensure train is operated safely within the confines of platform or station limits
• 1.3On-train duties are performed to meet specified timetable and schedule in accordance with on-time running standards
• 1.4Train carriages, and equipment performance and operation are monitored to optimise running conditions by identifying faults, defects and deficiencies
• 1.5Relevant workplace procedures, work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental requirements are followed to prevent injury and damage

2 Complete train journey

• 2.1Train documentation is received, interpreted and applied in accordance with relevant workplace procedures and safeworking systems
• 2.2Relevant workplace procedures, safeworking and signalling requirements are followed throughout train operations
• 2.3Assistance is provided to customers as required in accordance with workplace requirements
• 2.4Correspondence and/or cash and/or valuables are carried in cooperation with relevant personnel
• 2.5Platform duties are performed in accordance with workplace procedures

3 Manage communications

• 3.1Passengers are advised of station identification, emergency situations and other critical information, using train communications system in accordance with workplace procedures
• 3.2Instructions from network control officer and other relevant personnel are received, interpreted and applied to ensure safe and effective control of train
• 3.3Communications are maintained with network control and other relevant personnel during train journey in accordance with workplace rules and procedures, and safeworking systems
• 3.4Instructions concerning train operation are given to relevant personnel to ensure safe and efficient on-time running
• 3.5Instructions are verified as required, interpreted and followed, in accordance with relevant codes of practice, safeworking systems and requirements, and organisational policies and procedures, to ensure actions taken are appropriate and safe
• 3.6Fixed and hand signals, and verbal movement commands are interpreted and followed, in accordance with safeworking systems and organisational policies and procedures

4 Carry out inspections during train journey

• 4.1Train visual checks are made in accordance with workplace procedures
• 4.2Identified problems and or defects are reported and/or rectified in accordance with workplace procedures, other regulatory requirements and manufacturer instructions
• 4.3Incidents or unusual occurrences are reported to relevant personnel in accordance with workplace policies and procedures
• 4.4Train braking system is monitored as appropriate in accordance with workplace procedures
• 4.5Safety of train is monitored through on-board surveillance systems

5 Change ends

• 5.1Arrival procedures are carried out in accordance with workplace procedures
• 5.2Checks and terminus inspections of train are carried out in accordance with workplace procedures
• 5.3Incidents or unusual occurrences are reported to relevant personnel in accordance with established policies and procedures

6 Conduct train handover to relieving crew

• 6.1Identity of relieving crew is checked and confirmed
• 6.2Relevant personnel are advised of condition and location of train
• 6.3Relieving crew is updated and documentation is completed and/or handed over as required

7 Accept train handover as relief guard

• 7.1Relieving guard position is taken up at correct time and location in accordance with organisational requirements
• 7.2Identity of train guard is confirmed
• 7.3Train status and/or other relevant information and/or documentation is received and referred to in accordance with organisational requirements as required

What does an assessment tool for TLIC0009 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for TLIC0009 needs to address all 55 unit components: 7 elements with 30 performance criteria, 16 performance evidence requirements, 9 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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