This section describes the knowledge and skills required for this unit

Required knowledge

Braking and safety system procedures for steam locomotives

Communication equipment checks

External features of a steam locomotive that must be checked during a preoperational visual inspection

Functions of auxiliary systems on a motive power unit and related checks for correct operation

Incab preoperational checks for a steam locomotive

Local procedures and operating requirements

Lubrication requirements for a motive power unit

Operating controls to start accelerate decelerate and stop a steam locomotive

Operating procedures for steam locomotives

Principles purpose and location of controls monitoring devices braking power source and traction systems

Procedures for checking fuel and fluid levels and carrying out lubrication processes on a steam locomotive

Procedures for identifying equipment defects and assessing appropriate action

Procedures for managing and controlling hazardous situations when preparing and starting up a steam locomotive

Procedures for starting and operating auxiliary systems on a steam locomotive

Procedures to be followed in an emergency

Relevant safety OHampS and environmental procedures and regulations

Requirements for completing relevant documentation when inspecting and preparing a steam locomotive

Startup procedures for steam locomotives

Visual inspection procedures for a steam locomotive

Required skills

Check and replenish fluids and carry out lubrication requirements on a steam locomotive

Communicate effectively with others when inspecting and preparing a steam locomotive

Complete documentation related to operating a steam locomotive

Conduct a visual inspection of a steam locomotive and associated equipment

Document outcomes of visual inspection of a steam locomotive

Interpret and follow instructions and prioritise work

Maintain steam and water levels commensurate with operating requirements

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Prepare a steam locomotive prior to service

Read and interpret instructions procedures information and signs relevant to operating a steam locomotive

Work collaboratively with others as part of a train crew

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required knowledge and skills the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying

the required knowledge and skills

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

Assessment must include exercises which demonstrate competent performance of the following in a range of situations

assisting with preoperational activities

firing a steam locomotive

coupling and uncoupling a steam locomotive

stabling a steam locomotive

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

Resources for assessment include

a range of relevant exercises case studies andor other simulated practical and knowledge assessment andor

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

In both real and simulated environments access is required to

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment and

applicable documentation including workplace procedures regulations codes of practice and operation manuals

Method of assessment

As a minimum assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate writtenoral tests

Practical assessment must occur

through activities in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

Gauges and instruments may include:

Locomotive equipment may include:

Inspection of a steam locomotive may include:

Relevant personnel may include:

Safety and personal protective equipment may include:

Information and documents may include:

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include: