Elements and Performance Criteria
- Perform pre-operational equipment checks
- Basic pre-operational equipment checks are conducted as per manufacturers specifications or local maintenance schedules
- Service books are checked and completed accurately as required
- Deficiencies with equipment are identified and rectified in accordance with workplace procedures
- Relevant persons are notified of problems and/or documentation completed
- Operate equipment
- Equipment is placed on track and removed from track where applicable
- Equipment is driven on track
- Equipment is set up for work and prepared for travel after work
- Equipment is operated in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with manufacturers instructions and workplace procedures
- Equipment is operated with due regard for prevailing operating conditions to ensure safe working conditions and minimise potential accidents
- Equipment is operated to achieve the outcome and quality of work in accordance with the workplace standards and procedures
- Warning systems are monitored and responded to appropriately during operation to maintain correct functionality of equipment
- Equipment is left stored in appropriate manner and location to ensure security and protection of equipment
- Perform post-operational equipment procedures
- Post-operational equipment checks are conducted as per manufacturers specifications or local maintenance schedules to identify defects and maintenance requirements
- Deficiencies with equipment are identified and rectified in an appropriate manner to maintain correct functionality of equipment
- Relevant persons are notified of problems and/or documentation is completed in accordance with instructions and the relevant codes of practice
- Complete documentation