TLI21921- Certificate II in Track Protection Course

Course Description

This is a general qualification for a person engaged in basic operations in the rail infrastructure environment undertaking track protection activities. This includes a range of tasks involving known routines and procedures, and taking some responsibility for the quality of work outcomes. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Job Roles
Job roles and titles vary across different sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include track protection officer.

Selection Criteria

Reading and writing – a learner will be able to read,
comprehend and write a range of texts within a
variety of contexts.
Oral communication – a learner will be able to use
and respond to spoken language including some
unfamiliar material within a variety of contexts.
Numeracy and mathematics – a learner will be able
to recognise and use a variety of conventions and
symbolism of formal mathematics.
Must be over the age of 18, 16+ needs parental
consent.
Due to the physical requirements of this unit the
student must be physically fit.

Entry Requirements

Workcover, Construction Induction (White Card) and a Category 3 Medical clearance.
Due to the nature of this course, some disabilities may find it difficult to work in the rail corridor and this will be determined during the medical examination and clearance.

Duration

Full-time: 5 weeks, or longer if required
Part-time: 6 to 12 months

Location

Block 4/460-492 Beaudesert Road Salisbury Qld Or a workplace/or negotiated training location

Course Fee

This course may be funded by state skill funding.
Contact administration for this information.

Units of Competency

There are 15 units of competency in this qualification:
TLID0020 Shift materials safely using manual handling methods
TLIE1003 Participate in basic workplace communication
TLIF0008 Apply safety critical communications in the rail environment
TLIF0020 Safely access the rail corridor
TLIF0025 Follow work health and safety procedures
TLIF2010 Apply fatigue management strategies
TLIG0003 Work effectively with others in a team
TLIU2008 Apply environmental procedures to rail infrastructure
TLIW0007 Operate under track protection rules
Electives are negotiated, some examples are:
TLIB2085 Apply track fundamentals
TLIE0009 Carry out basic workplace calculations
TLIF0023 Conduct track protection assessment
TLIF0027 Perform lookout duties
TLIF2082 Perform handsignaller duties
TLIL3082 Implement absolute signal

Learning Pathways

Yakka Training aim to help students develop a career path into this qualification.
Yakka Training will empower those not currently in the workforce by providing them with the knowledge, tools, and skills to start a career in a rail sector or into further education.

Recognition of Prior Learning

All students are offered the opportunity to apply for RPL, please see the Student Handbook or enquire to the RTO for the procedure on how to apply.

Additional Fees

All students are required to pass a medical. It can be done prior, on the day of training or thereafter, depending on the individual’s requirements.
The Medical must be completed by a Rail Approved Health Practitioner approved by the Transport regulator, please use the link bellow for a list of approved medical practitioners.
Also, there is RIW Card application Fee payable to MTA: https://www.riw.net.au/