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Track Vehicle Operator Course

Course Description

Yakka is an approved supplier of ARTC and offers the approved training of the ARTC NSW/QLD Track Vehicle Operator course.

This course is a requirement for any individual operating a Road/Rail vehicle or Track Machine withing a ‘restricted’ environment in the New South Wales and Queensland 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
    • CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
    • TLIF0027 Perform lookout duties
    • TLIF2082 Perform handsignaller duties
    • TLIL3082 Implement absolute signal blocking
    • TLIW0007 Operate under track protection rules
    • TLIW2037 Clip and secure points
    • TLIF2097 Use audible track warning devices
    • TLIF0023 Conduct track protection assessment
    • TLIL3082 Implement absolute signal blocking
    • TLIC0025 Pilot rail traffic within work on track authority limits

Delivery Method

Pre-course reading and 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

Course Fee

Contact administration for this information.

Units of Competency

Statement of Attainment
  • TLIC0016 Identify and respond to signals and trackside signs
  • TLIC0025 Pilot rail traffic within work on track authority limits
  • TLIC0083 Access rail track to travel track vehicle under a proceed authority
  • TLIC2054 Access rail track to run track vehicle within defined worksite
  • TLIF2097 Use audible track warning devices
Please note: The units of competency do not expire however the Certificate of Achievement expire every 2 years. You can complete the recertification with Yakka Training.

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 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

Date Issued 20/02/2025

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