TLI32813 - Certificate III in Rail Yard Coordination

Certificate III in Rail Yard Coordination

Rationale:

This is a general qualification for a person engaged in the rail yard or terminal environment who performs tasks involving a broad range of skilled applications applied in a wide variety of contexts, which may involve application of some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures. It may also include responsibility for coordinating the work of others.

Job roles:

The TLI32813 Certificate III in Rail Yard Coordination qualification is aligned to the following defined roles:

Yard Coordinator

Terminal Coordinator.

Subjects

Requirements for completion of the qualification

A successful assessment outcome for a total of 18 units of competency comprising:

12 core units listed below

plus

6 elective units from the general elective units listed below. Alternatively, up to 3 units may be drawn with appropriate contextualisation from any currently endorsed national Training Package or accredited course, provided that the unit contributes to the vocational outcome of the qualification.

Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisites specified in the unit are complied with.

Core Units

Field		Units of Competency
B	Equipment Checking and Maintenance	TLIB2122A	Apply awareness of fundamentals of rail operations in yards or sidings
E	Communication and Calculation	TLIE3021A TLIE3022A	Work and communicate effectively with others Complete workplace documents
F	Safety Management	TLIF2006A TLIF2010A TLIF2080C TLIF3058A TLIF3083B TLIF3085A TLIF3087A	Apply accident-emergency procedures Apply fatigue management strategies Safely access the rail corridor Apply safeworking rules and regulations to rail functions Conduct track protection assessment Apply local incident response procedures Follow occupational health, safety and environmental procedures in the rail industry
G	Teamwork	TLIG4006A	Facilitate work teams
L	Resource Management	TLIL4038A	Organise marshalling and shunting operations

General Elective Units

Field		Unit
B	Equipment Checking and Maintenance	TLIB2131A TLIB3018A TLIB3021A TLIB3129A	Prepare train Conduct full train examination Conduct train roll-by inspection Conduct pre-movement checks on rolling stock
C	Vehicle Operation	TLIC3017A	Shunt rolling stock
F	Safety Management	TLIF3091A	Apply awareness of dangerous goods and hazardous materials requirements
W	Equipment and Systems Operations	TLIW2041A TLIW3026B	Clip points and apply rail safety equipment Operate stand alone signalling point control equipment

Pathways...

Not applicable.

Entry Requirements

Not applicable.

Licensing Information

Not applicable.

Employability Skills

Employability Skills Summary for TLI32813 Certificate III in Rail Yard Coordination

The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the Transport and Logistics Industry for this qualification. This table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on packaging options.

Employability Skill	Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication	Implement and monitor communication systems and procedures required for shunting or yard/terminal operations Read and interpret relevant procedures, instructions, signs and labels applicable to shunting or yard/terminal operations Speak clearly and directly on matters related to shunting or yard/terminal operations Listen to and interpret verbal information related to shunting or yard/terminal operations Write/Complete basic documents as part of duties Negotiate issues with others in the course of shunting or yard/terminal operations Recognise and interpret non-verbal signs, signals and behaviour Use relevant communication equipment.
Teamwork	Work effectively with others in the course of shunting or yard/terminal operations Provide leadership to team or workgroup Motivate others in the workplace Assist others in the workplace to achieve and maintain competence Assist in the resolution of any interpersonal conflicts that may arise during shunting or yard/terminal operations Avoid and prevent the harassment of others in the workplace Work with persons of different ages, gender, race, religion, political persuasion, etc.
Problem solving	Identify and solve or report problems arising in the course of shunting or yard/terminal operations Monitor and anticipate problems that may occur in the course of shunting or yard/terminal operations and take appropriate action to report or resolve the problems within limits of responsibility Identify and control hazards and risks in a range of shunting or yard/terminal operation situations and take appropriate precautions Use mathematics to solve various calculations related to shunting or yard/terminal operations.
Initiative and enterprise	Modify activities dependent on differing situations and contingencies Take appropriate initiatives in a range of operational situations such as those above Respond appropriately to any changes in equipment, standard operating procedures and the working environment.
Planning and organising	Follow and apply operational and emergency plans, systems and procedures Implement the workplace security and safety management systems Monitor and evaluate operational performance and compliance Collect and interpret information needed in the course of shunting or yard/terminal operations Organise and plan work activities Manage time and priorities in the course of shunting or yard/terminal operations.
Self management	Interpret and apply procedures and instructions Establish and follow own work plans and schedules Evaluate own work performance.
Learning	Assist others to adapt to any changes in workplace systems, equipment, procedures and the workplace operating environment Assist in the instruction, coaching or mentoring of others in the workplace Contribute to the assessment of the competence of others in the workplace Participate in the updating of own knowledge and skills required for shunting or yard/terminal operations.
Technology	Use equipment and materials required during shunting or yard/terminal operations Follow and apply operational and servicing instructions for equipment used during shunting or yard/terminal operations Follow and apply OH&S procedures when conducting shunting or yard/terminal operations.