Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for train brake inspection and testing
- Test train brake operation (no inspection)
- Brake tests are conducted to ensure compliance to required standards
- Where required, modified brake tests are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures to meet required standard
- Continuity tests are conducted to conform with workplace procedures to ensure train braking system meets functional specifications
- Brakes are applied and released on train and their function confirmed
- Faults are identified and appropriate corrective action is taken to ensure operational safety
- Deal with identified faults
- Record brake test faults or defects