ISCO Occupation Group 8312.5 Train Preparer
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Train Preparer: Train preparers are responsible for checking and testing of equipment and systems on rail vehicles before vehicles are moved. They ensure that a train is in a fit condition to enter service, that the train equipment is correctly deployed and the formation of the train matches the train’s designated pathway. Depending on the individual work organisation of the operator they also perform technical inspections carried out prior to the train entering service.
Essential Skills
- Characteristics Of Wheel Rail Interface
- Hydraulics
- Write Rail Defect Records
- Comply With Legal Regulations
- Ensure Correct Signalling During Rail Maintenance
- Perform Manual Work Autonomously
- Standards Of Track Geometry
- Maintain Inventory Of Rail Track Parts
- Detect Rail Track Malfunctions
- Perform Rail Track Inspections
- Comply With Railway Safety Standards
- Ensure Quality Of Final Product
- Operate Hydraulic Jack Lift
- Rail Infrastructure
- Ensure Rail Tracks Remain Clear
- Principles Of Mechanical Engineering
- Operate Scientific Measuring Equipment
- Follow Given Instructions
Optional Skills
- Train Employees
- Ensure Maintenance Of Railway Machinery
- Work In A Rail Transport Team
Alternative Names
- Track Grinder
- Railway Track Technician
- Track Signal Repairer
- Brake Coupler
- Railway Switch Operator
- Railway Grinder
- Rail Setter
- Signalman
- Track Foreman
- Railway Bender
- Switch Tender
- Track Oiler
- Track Repairer
- Switch Operator
- Railway Track Maintainer
- Railway Brake Technician
- Track Service Person
- Railroad Signal Maintainer
- Rail Signal Maintainer
- Rail Signalling Fitter
- Track Worker
