Courses
TfNSW Track Protection Officer (PO) Level 1 (TPO01)
Course Code
TfNSW Track Protection Officer (PO) Level 1 (TPO01)
Description
Nationally accredited training with a Statement of Attainment issued from TLI21921 Certificate ll in Track Protection from the Transport and Logistics training package.
The Protection Officer courses are competency-based, beginning with Protection Officer Level 1, progressing to Protection Officer Level 4, should you choose to do.
The TPO01 course is designed to provide participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to protect worksites within the TfNSW Network only.
Protection Officer Level 1 course includes, but not limited to:
• Role of Protection Officer
& Core Process
• Track Protection Fundamentals
Risk Assessment
• Foundation skills, risk assessments, situational awareness
• Protection Officer Planning
• Implementing Lookout Working/Lookout Duties (LOW)
• Implementing Absolute Signal Blocking (ASB)
• Compiling of all required documentation
Duties and role responsibilities of a Protection Officer
A Protection Officer (PO) is a person who is qualified to implement varying levels of safeworking worksite protection for activities being undertaken in the rail corridor by rail industry workers on TfNSW Network.
A PO's role entails levels of responsibility and accountability. Safeworking categorises the roles and responsibilities of rail safety workers that are competent to undertake the safe management of rail traffic on worksites, ensuring the safe separation is maintained between workers and machinery, preventing workers from being struck by rail traffic whilst undertaking their duties. To achieve this, a Protection Officer Level 1 must be able to:
• Reference the Network Rules and Procedures to ensure correct worksite protection is implemented
• Conduct safeworking/protection assessments
• Confirm Rail Industry Worker (RIW) competency/currency
• Compile worksite protection plans and other work on track documentation
• Deliver worksite protection pre-work briefs to workers
Cost
PO Level 1 only: $1200.00
PO Level 1 & 2 combined: $1800.00
Safety Critical Communication Course: $275.00
TPO01 Final Competency Assessment: $250.00
Track Protection Authorisation Interview: $300.00
PO 'Pre Assessment': Please contact Assess Plus for further details & costing. SCRT has no association with this costing.
Practical In-field Assessment w/ Sydney Trains: Free of Charge.
Duration
PO1 theory course: Five (5) consecutive business days
PO1&2 theory course combined: Eight (8) consecutive business days
In-field On-Job Workbook training: Up to six (6) months to complete
Final Competency Assessment: One (1) day, per level
Practical In-field Assessment w/ Sydney Trains: One (1) day, per level
Time
7:15am start to 4:00pm
When
Please contact our office to find out when the next course is available: 02 9708 5980 or email reception@scrt.com.au.
Pre-requisite
• Must have completed the RIW course (TLIF0020 Safely access the rail corridor)
*Please ensure you have not completed this course online, this is NOT accepted to by the TfNSW/Sydney Trains Network*
• Category 1 Medical
• Confirmation from TfNSW approved safeworking company to undertake On Job (OJWB) training component
• Must be able to read, write and communicate well in English
NB: Beneficial to have a basic understanding of electronic devices
Age Requirements
Individual must be over the age of 18 years old.
Dress Requirements
• Plain and casual dress code
• Enclosed shoes only
• No singlets or thongs
Location
Sydney
SCRT Training Centre
Unit 2/4 Brunker Road, Chullora NSW 2190
Parking
Free | All day parking is available around the building complex
Payment
Payment can be made on the first day of training by Eftpos, cash (exact amount) or direct deposit.
Assessment/
Competecy Pathway
Participants will be required to successfully pass a Protection Officer "Pre-Assessment' which is independently assessed from SCCRT, multiple Theory Assessment's, in-field On Job training, SCCO1, Final Competency Assessment, TfNSW Authorisation Interview and Practical In-field Assessment with Sydney Trains to achieve competency as a Protection Officer Level 1.
The journey to becoming a qualified PO is undertaken in stages, often referred to as ‘blended delivery’ via the following methods:
Stage 1:
Protection Officer 'Pre-Assessment'
The PO pre-assessment is a requirement for becoming a new Track Protection Officer Level 1 authorised for the Sydney Trains Network. The Protection Officer Pre-assessment assesses the skills needed to perform the role of a Protection Officer (PO). It is a formal assessment that involves a structured range of activities. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum benchmark of the PO Pre-assessment to be issued a certificate of completion.
SCCRT has no input nor influence regarding the outcome of this assessment.
This is a Sydney Trains requirement to be qualified on TfNSW Network. Your On Job training provider will discuss in detail.
Provider: Assess Plus.
Stage 2:
Classroom theory training
Consists of in-class five (5) consecutive business days training with a qualified SCCRT Trainer/Assessor which gives insight and provides instruction on how to assess risk, source and interpret information, identify, prioritise and implement worksite protection, in accordance with the Network Rules and Procedures. You will be required to successfully complete multiple Written Assessments prior to commencing Stage 3.
Stage 3:
On Job Workbook (OJWB)
After passing the theory assessments, you will be issued with an OJWB which covers the practical requirements of each PO level. This delivery provides evidence of your knowledge and experience gained from exposure to ‘live’ operational situations whilst submitting video, audio and photographic evidence of tasks outlined. This component must be supervised by a Supervising Protection Officer (SPO) who has been nominated and approved by your On-Job Workbook provider. SPO's provide instruction and demonstration relating to the activities/tasks outlined in the OJWB and ‘sign off’, attesting you have met the required criteria to attempt a Final Assessment, with a SCCRT qualified Trainer/Assessor.
Note: To work on TfNSW Network, your OJWB provider must be a company approved to supply safeworking (PO) resources to TfNSW and authorised to enrol you into the Final Assessment with SCCRT.
Stage 4:
Safety Critical Communications: (SCC01)
Effective written, radio & telephone communication are essential for safety in the Network. This course is designed to ensure that you are aware of the importance of communication in the Network.
This course has been mandated to be successfully completed before you can attempt your TPO01 Final Assessment with TfNSW. This course can be conducted at SCCRT with an approved SCCRT Trainer/Assessor. A Statement of Attainment must be provided to SCCRT for vertification when enrolling into your Final Assessment.
On successful completion of this course, you will be issued with a Statement of Attainment for:
TLIF0008 Apply safety critical communication in the rail environment.
Stage 5:
Final Competency Assessment:
In order to sit the one (1) day Final Assessment, you must have had your On Job Workbook evidence validated successfully by SCCRT, and produced your Statement of Attainment for Safety Critical Communications.
This is conducted at SCCRT with an approved SCCRT TFNSW Trainer and Assessor. If successful, you will be issued with a Statement of Attainment with all required National Units as listed below.
Stage 6:
Track Protection Authorisation Interview
After you successfully complete your Final Assessment with SCCRT, you will receive a TfNSW Booking Form. The final step is to for your approved safeworking company to enrol you for an interview, conducted by TfNSW Trainer&Assessors, which allows you to carry out the Protection Officer role on the Sydney Trains Network. Once this has been successfully completed, you will be issued a 'Statement of Attendance' which, along with your Statement of Attainment, achieves competency as a Protection Officer Level 1.
Stage 7:
Practical In-field Assessment with Sydney Trains
After you successfully complete your Authorisation Interview, your approved TfNSW safeworking company will enrol you into a Practical in-field Assessment which is conducted on-site with a Sydney Trains Rail Safety Coach or an approved TfNSW Petersham Safeworking Trainer and Assessor.
SCCRT has no input nor influence regarding the outcome of this assessment.
This is a Sydney Trains requirement to be qualified on TfNSW Network. Your On Job training provider will discuss in detail.
On Job Training and pre-approved safeworking panel members
To assist you with completing the on-job workbook component, there are several specialised companies who are members of a safeworking panel, pre-approved by Transport for NSW to supply safeworking resources for projects undertaken on their Network. The time, length and duration of this component is governed by the safeworking company, not SCRT. Please ensure you are completely aware of the requirements and processes of your On-Job Provider prior to enrolling into the course.
Note: Pre-approval from one of these companies must be obtained prior to course commencement. SCRT will confirm this with the nominated company.
Please contact our office for further information on these companies.
Completion
On successful completion of the off job (theory) training and assessment, a Certificate of Partial Completion will be issued confirming partial completion of the course.
Upon successful completion of all components and successful validation of your supporting evidence, you will receive a Statement of Attainment recognising completion of the following units:
• 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
Recertification
Due to the safety critical nature of a Protection Officer role, you will need to undertake a recertification every two (2) years with TfNSW Learning and Development, which confirms and retains knowledge and ensures currency.
Course Code
TfNSW Track Protection Officer (PO) Level 1 (TPO01)
Description
Nationally accredited training with a Statement of Attainment issued from TLI32715 Certificate ll in Track Protection from the Transport and Logistics training package.
The Protection Officer courses are competency-based, beginning with Protection Officer Level 1, progressing to Protection Officer Level 4, should you choose to do.
The TfNSW PO1 course is designed to provide participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to protect worksites within the TfNSW Network.
Protection Officer Level 1 course includes, but not limited to:
• Role of Protection Officer
• Core Process
• Track Protection Fundamentals
• Risk Assessment
• Foundation skills, risk assessments, situational awareness
• Implementing Lookout Working/Lookout Duties
• Implementing Absolute Signal Blocking (ASB)
• Compiling of all required documentation
Duties and role responsibilities of a Protection Officer
A Protection Officer (PO) is a person who is qualified to implement varying levels of safeworking worksite protection for activities being undertaken in the rail corridor by rail industry workers on TfNSW Network.
A PO’s role entails levels of responsibility and accountability. Safeworking categorises the roles and responsibilities of rail safety workers that are competent to undertake the safe management of rail traffic on worksites, ensuring the safe separation is maintained between workers and machinery, preventing workers from being struck by rail traffic whilst undertaking their duties. To achieve this, a PO must be able to:
• Reference the Network Rules and Procedures to ensure correct worksite protection is implemented
• Conduct safeworking/protection assessments
• Confirm Rail Industry Worker (RIW) competency/currency
• Compile worksite protection plans and other work on track documentation
• Deliver worksite protection pre-work briefs to workers
Cost
PO Level 1 only: $1200
PO Level 1 & 2 combined: $1800
TfNSW Final Competency Assessment: $250
Track Protection Authorisation Interview: $50
Duration
PO1 theory course: 5 consecutive business days
PO1&2 theory course combined: 8 consecutive business days
Electronic On-Job Workbook: Up to 6 months to complete
Final Competency Assessment: 1 day, per level
Time
When
Please contact our office for next course dates and availability on 02 9708 5980 or email: reception@scrt.com.au
Pre-requisite
• Must have completed the RIW course (TLIF2080 Safely access the rail corridor)
• Category 1 Medical
• Confirmation from approved safeworking company to undertake Electronic On Job (e-OJWB) Training component
• Must be able to read, write and communicate well in English
• Own IOS compatible device (Apple iPhone/iPad required, requires iOS 12.4 or higher to use iTunes U)
Note: Android is not compatible
NB: Beneficial to have a basic understanding of electronic devices
PO Level 1 & 2 combined: $1800
TfNSW Final Competency Assessment: $250
Track Protection Authorisation Interview: $50
Age Requirements
Dress Requirements
• Plain and casual dress code
• Enclosed shoes only
• No singlets or thongs
Location
Sydney
SCRT Training Centre
Unit 2/4 Brunker Road, Chullora NSW 2190
Parking
Payment
Assessment/Competency Pathway
Participants will be required to pass theory and practical assessments to achieve competency.
The journey to becoming a qualified PO is undertaken in stages, often referred to as ‘blended delivery’ via the following methods:
Stage 1:
Note: To work on TfNSW Network, your e-OJWB provider must be a company approved to supply safeworking (PO) resources to TfNSW and authorised to enrol you into the Final Assessment.
Classroom theory training (off-job assessment): Consists of in-class face to face training with a qualified Trainer/Assessor which gives insight and provides instruction on how to assess risk, core fundamentals, role of Protection Officer, source and interpret information, identify, prioritise and implement worksite protection, in accordance with the Network Rules and Procedures. You will be required to successfully complete written assessments prior to commencing Stage 2.
Stage 2:
Electronic On Job Workbook (e-OJWB). After passing the theory assessments, you will be issued with a digital, app-based e-OJWB on your IOS device, which covers the practical requirements of each PO level. This digital logbook allows the Trainer/Assessor to have real time contact with learners as you are required to submit video, audio files and photographs of experience gained from exposure to ‘live’ operational situations. This component must be completed on your own IOS compatible device and supervised by a qualified PO2 or higher. Often referred to as safeworking coaches/mentors or subject matter experts (SMEs), they provide instruction and demonstration relating to the activities/tasks outlined in the e-OJWB and ‘sign off’, attesting you have met the required criteria to attempt a Final Assessment at TfNSW. This information must be validated by a qualified Trainer and Assessor at SCRT. If successful, you will be deemed satisfactory for this stage to proceed to the Final Assessment.
Please ensure your device is IOS compatible. (Apple I-phone/I-pad)
Note: To work on TfNSW Network, your e-OJWB provider must be a company approved to supply safeworking (PO) resources to TfNSW and authorised to enrol you into the Final Assessment.
Stage 3:
Safety Critical Communication Course (SCC01/TLIF008): This one-day course has been mandated to be successfully completed before you can attempt your Final Assessment with TfNSW. Please contact the office for further information regarding this course.
Stage 4:
Final Competency Assessment: This needs to be undertaken at the successful completion and validation of the e-OJWB, and Safety Critical Communication (SCC01/TLIF0008) course. This Assessment is conducted by a qualified Trainer/Assessor at SCRT. Enrolment to sit the Final Assessment can only be made by a company approved to supply safeworking (PO) resources. On successful completion of your Final Assessment, you’ll be deemed competent by SCRT and issued a Statement of Attainment.
Stage 5:
Track Protection Authorisation Interview: On successful completion and validation of your Final Assessment, you will receive a TfNSW ‘Request for Authorisation Form’ to book in for an interview, conducted by TfNSW to arrange the issuance of a ‘Authorisation Certificate’ which allows you to carry out the Protection Officer role on the Sydney Trains Network. Note: A $50 fee will be charged by TfNSW.
On Job Training and pre-approved safeworking panel members
To assist you with completing the electronic on-job workbook component, there are several specialised companies who are members of a safeworking panel, pre-approved by Transport for NSW to supply safeworking resources for projects undertaken on their Network. The time, length and duration of this component is governed by the safeworking company, not SCRT. Please ensure you are completely aware of the requirements and processes of your On-Job Provider prior to enrolling into the course.
Note: Pre-approval from one of these companies must be obtained prior to course commencement. SCRT will confirm this with the nominated company.
Please contact our office for further information on these companies.
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