

Newcastle Rescue & Consultancy Pty Ltd provide Rail Track Workers engaged in basic operations within the rail infrastructure environment undertaking a range of tasks involving known routines and procedures.. Our course is Nationally Recognised and is in accordance with relevant Codes of Practice.
The 7 Core Units training course is structured to give learners the skills and knowledge required to safely work around the rail corridor and danger zone with the permission of the access provider, in accordance with legislative and regulatory requirements. This training introduces participants to the key generic hazards of operating in a rail environment.
This is mandatory to work within the rail corridor.
Upon successful completion of all assessments, students will receive: Statement of Attainment.
Statement of Attainment (Nationally Recognised)
- TLIB1028 – maintain and use hand tools.
- TLID1001 – Shift materials safely using manual handling methods.
- TLIE1003 – Participate in basic workplace communication.
- TLIF1001 – follow work health and safety procedures.
- TLIU2008 – Apply environmental procedures to rail infrastructure.
- TLIF2010 – Apply fatigue management strategies.
- TLIW2001 – Operate under track protection rules.
This course has been designed to cover all skills and knowledge in the below:
- Maintaining and using hand tools in accordance with the workplace procedures and safe working codes across a variety of operational workplace contexts within the transport and logistics industry.
- Shifting loads safely using manual handling methods.
- Participating effectively in basic workplace communication as an integral part of routine work in the context of workplace concerned.
- Communicating information about routine tasks, processes, events or skills, participating in group discussions to achieve appropriate work outcomes and representing group views to others.
- Following and applying work health and safety (WHS)/Occupational Health and Safety procedures when carrying out work activities in compliance with the relevant WHS Regulations.
- Caring for the environment during rail infrastructure maintenance and construction activities in accordance with rail industry standards, safe working and regulatory requirements, and workplace procedures. This course is designed for all Rail Track Workers engaged in basic operations within the rail infrastructure environment undertaking a range of tasks involving known routines and procedures.
- Applying fatigue management strategies within the transport and logistics industry. Work is undertaken in compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, codes and guidelines.
Job roles and titles very across different sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- Track Worker
- Track Installer
- Track Maintainer
Topics covered in the course are as follows:
- Follow workplace procedures.
- Complete work health and safety records
- Select, use and maintain hand tools.
- Store and secure hand tools
- Assess risks.
- Appropriate forms of communication
- Correct manual handling techniques.
- Effective listening skills
- Minimise the effects of pollution during work and maintenance.
- Handling and moving environmentally hazardous materials safely report environmental breached.
- Identify and act on signs of fatigue
Assessment Methods
The following assessment methods are used within this course:
- Theory assessment (closed book, conducted in class)
- Practical demonstration (conducted in a stimulated environment)
Delivery Method
This course is facilitated via a face-to-face workshop
Upcoming Courses for 7 Core Units Training
For all upcoming courses for 7 Core Units, please contact us to find out if we can arrange a custom course for you.
RIW – Rail industry worker
Please visit https://www.riw.net.au/ for information on how to apply for a card and FAQ’s.
Medical Information
Please visit https://companymedicalservices.com.au/rail-medicals/ for information regarding Category 3 Rail Medical.
There are no upcoming events at this time.Unit of Competency
- TLIB1028 – maintain and use hand tools.
- TLID1001 – Shift materials safely using manual handling methods.
- TLIE1003 – Participate in basic workplace communication.
- TLIF1001 – follow work health and safety procedures.
- TLIU2008 – Apply environmental procedures to rail infrastructure.
- TLIF2010 – Apply fatigue management strategies.
- TLIW2001 – Operate under track protection rules.
Pre-requisites
Participants will undergo a LLN assessment at the commencement of the course. This course requires participants to have LLN levels to be able to:
• Read and understand English as well as understand work related safety signs and symbols.
• Read, understand and comply with workplace policies and procedures.
• Communicate and understand hazards.
RIW – Rail industry worker
Please visit this link https://www.riw.net.au/ for information on how to apply for a card and FAQ’s.
Medical Information
Please visit this link https://companymedicalservices.com.au/rail-medicals/ for information regarding Category 3 Rail Medical.
Duration of Course
8 hours
Course Delivery
Training is delivered Face to Face.
PPE Required
Participants are to provide their own workplace appropriate gloves. Participants are to wear comfortable clothing and closed in shoes.
Physical Requirement – a participant must be in good health and medically fit for work.
Assessment
Participants will complete a theory based assessment and a practical based assessment to determine their competence.
The following assessment methods are used within this course:
• Theory assessment (closed book, conducted in class)
• Practical demonstration (conducted in a stimulated environment)
On successful completion of the 7 Core Units course, participants will be issued with a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment.
- Participant Name
- Units of Competency Completed
- Date of Completion
- Statement of Attainment Number
Recognition of Prior Learning
All participants are offered the opportunity to apply for RPL. Please refer to the Student Handbook (located in resources) or phone 1300 356 686 for the procedure of how to apply.
USI
From 1st January 2015, it is a requirement when enrolling in a Nationally Recognised training course to have a Unique Student Identifier Number (USI). Certifications cannot be issued until the USI number has been provided and verified.