Protection Officer Level 1 Course
Course Description
This course is intended for people seeking a career in the
rail industry performing Protection Officer Level 1 tasks
for New South Wales and Queensland ARTC network.
Yakka is an approved supplier of ARTC, this course is recognised on the ARTC network.
Yakka is an approved supplier of ARTC, this course is recognised on the ARTC network.
Entry Requirements
Based on industry consultation and job role expectation
as per the RIW National Track and Civil Matrix, Yakka has
the following admission requirements:
Statement of Attainments (or equivalent):
- TLIF0020 Safely access the rail corridor
- CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in
the construction industry
General/Medical Requirements:
- Category 1 Rail Medical
- ARTC National Contractor Induction
Delivery Method
Classroom based (face to face) training.
Assessment Type
Knowledge assessment, practical observation
assessment and in field logbook with workplace
observation(s).
Duration
4 days + on the job assessment.
Location
Block 4/460-492 Beaudesert Road Salisbury Qld
Or a workplace/or negotiated training location
Or a workplace/or negotiated training location
Course Fee
Contact administration for this information.
Units of Competency
Statement of Attainment
- TLIF0027 Perform lookout duties
- TLIF0023 Conduct track protection assessment
- TLIL3082 Implement absolute signal blocking
- TLIW0007 Operate under track protection rules
- TLIW2037 Clip and secure points
- TLIF2097 Use audible track warning devices
Employment Pathways / Job Roles
This course provides a pathway to work in the following
rail industry job roles:
ARTC Rail Safeworking – ARTC
- ARTC NSW/QLD Handsignaller Level 1
- ARTC NSW/QLD Handsignaller Level 2
- ARTC NSW/QLD Protection Officer Level 2
- ARTC NSW/QLD Protection Officer Level 3
- ARTC NSW/QLD Protection Officer Level 4
What to bring / wear
The practical will be completed in a simulated rail
corridor and full PPE will be required. The following
standard PPE is required:
- Safety boots – ankle support, steel cap and lace
up - Long pants
- Rail approved orange long sleeve high visibility
shirt or high visibility vest - Eye protection
- Hard hat
