Course Outline
This unit of competency is a nationally accredited course that provides students with the skills and knowledge required to safely access the rail corridor, usually to complete work within the rail corridor.
It includes taking appropriate safety precautions to:
- Access the rail corridor
- Access the danger zone
- Respond appropriately in an emergency
- Use personal protective equipment (PPE) that conforms to Rail Infrastructure Manager requirements
People achieving competence in this unit will need to fulfil the applicable state/territory legislated rail safety requirements and to comply with relevant codes of practice, rules and/or guidelines.
This unit involves the application of Rail Infrastructure Manager rules, procedures and protocols for rail safety.
This unit applies to all people accessing the rail corridor.
Assessment
Underpinning knowledge will be assessed by a written exam and observation of practical activities.
On successful completion participants receive a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment.
Who Should Attend?
Persons who are required to work in the Rail Industry or any industry with access to a rail corridor.
Legislation / Compliance
This training is designed to comply with the:
- Transport—Rail Safety
- Electrical Safety Act
- Work Health Safety Act
- Rail Safety Act
Recognition of Prior Learning
Individuals who believe they may be competent in this unit of competency can apply for RPL. RPL is available based on relevant work experience, formal training or expertise.
Language Literacy & Numeracy (LLN)
To complete this course successfully, participants need to have reasonably well developed skills in areas such as reading, writing and communication.
Examples of activities that participants will need to perform include:
- Applying relevant workplace rules and procedures
- Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues
- Communicating effectively with individuals and groups
- Following workplace policies, procedures and protocols
- Rail terminology as defined by the applicable Rail Infrastructure Manager safe working system
Refund Policy
DTE has a fair and equitable refund policy in place containing guidelines guaranteeing the refund of fees to participants under reasonable circumstances. The management guarantees that DTE has a sound financial position and safeguards participant fees until used for training. Please ask for a copy of the refund policy.
We stand by our training excellence 100% and guarantee our product. Should for some valid reason the training does not meet your expectations we shall provide a full refund.
Commitment
Our facilities and experienced instructors ensure that graduates of our courses leave equipped with the knowledge and skills required for safe work in their chosen field with the breadth and depth of knowledge required for the role. In addition we offer an on-going support service to all course participants including student drop in contact days on a monthly basis.
