Competency Standard - Signalling
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Standard
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Standard governance
Owner: Manager Competency Systems, Asset Standards Authority
Authoriser: Principal Manager Industry and Technical Development, Asset Standards Authority
Approver: Executive Director, Asset Standards Authority on behalf of the ASA Configuration Control Board
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Preface The Asset Standards Authority (ASA) is an independent unit within Transport for NSW (TfNSW)
and is the network design and standards authority for defined NSW transport assets.
The ASA is responsible for developing engineering governance frameworks to support industry
delivery in the assurance of design, safety, integrity, construction, and commissioning of
transport assets for the whole asset life cycle. In order to achieve this, the ASA effectively
discharges obligations as the authority for various technical, process, and planning matters
across the asset life cycle.
The ASA collaborates with industry using stakeholder engagement activities to assist in
achieving its mission. These activities help align the ASA to broader government expectations
of making it clearer, simpler, and more attractive to do business within the NSW transport
industry, allowing the supply chain to deliver safe, efficient, and competent transport services.
The ASA develops, maintains, controls, and publishes a suite of standards and other
documentation for transport assets of TfNSW. Further, the ASA ensures that these standards
are performance-based to create opportunities for innovation and improve access to a broader
competitive supply chain.
TfNSW has identified an absence of nationally recognised qualifications or competency
standards for certain specialised functions within the railway signalling discipline. It has also
identified the need to assist the Authorised Engineering Organisations (AEOs) in articulating
and assessing the competency of their personnel on certain signalling systems and functions
that are carried out on the TfNSW Transport Network.
This standard has been developed in response to this identified need and sets the generic
competency requirements for personnel to be recognised as competent to perform functions
within the signalling discipline on the TfNSW heavy rail network.
This document has been approved by the ASA Configuration Control Board and is a first issue.
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Table of contents 1. Introduction .............................................................................................................................................. 5
2. Purpose .................................................................................................................................................... 5 2.1. Scope ..................................................................................................................................................... 5 2.2. Application ............................................................................................................................................. 6
3. Reference documents ............................................................................................................................. 6
4. Terms and definitions ............................................................................................................................. 7
5. Overview of competency standard ........................................................................................................ 8 5.1. TfNSW competence, compliance and licensing .................................................................................... 9 5.2. Domain and product specific requirements ........................................................................................... 9 5.3. Role and functions ............................................................................................................................... 10 5.4. Signalling functions and asset life cycle .............................................................................................. 11 5.5. Defining prerequisite competence requirements ................................................................................. 12 5.6. Proficiency levels ................................................................................................................................. 13 5.7. Competency requirements ................................................................................................................... 14
6. Signalling concept design generic competencies ............................................................................. 15
7. Signalling detailed design generic competencies ............................................................................. 19 7.1. Generic competency requirements for check, review and approve .................................................... 23 7.2. Signalling design evidence requirements guidelines ........................................................................... 28
8. Signalling commissioning generic competencies ............................................................................. 30 8.1. Signalling commissioning - evidence requirement guidelines ............................................................. 35
Appendix A Process flow for claiming competence ........................................................................... 37
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1. Introduction Every Authorised Engineering Organisation (AEO) has a responsibility to ensure that
engineering activities carried out by an AEO on behalf of TfNSW are performed by suitably
trained and experienced personnel, that is, personnel designated as being 'competent' persons.
This is important to meet the legislative and regulatory obligations of the Rail Safety National
Law 2012, AS 4292.1 Railway Safety Management - General Requirements, Work Health and
Safety Act 2011 and the requirements stated in T MU MD 00009 ST AEO Authorisation
Requirements.
This standard sets the generic competency requirements for the designing and commissioning
functions within the signalling discipline. This standard provides additional information to an
AEO to develop a competency management system (CMS) that meets the minimum AEO
requirements, stated in T MU MD 00009 ST. It also provides guidance to the AEOs in the
assessment of personnel who are required to demonstrate competency within the signalling
discipline.
2. Purpose This standard aims at establishing the generic competency requirements of personnel who are
required to be recognised as competent to perform functions within the signalling discipline on
the TfNSW heavy rail network. This standard assists in the assessment and determination of
the competency of the signalling personnel in a consistent manner.
2.1. Scope This standard provides the competency requirements that can be incorporated into the AEO's
CMS and can be used for assessing the competency of the signalling personnel. It also
provides the context, drivers and definitions behind the standards that serve as a point of
reference for AEOs and other key stakeholders.
This standard is limited to generic competency requirements only and does not cover specific
domain or product knowledge elements which may be required by the AEO for network specific
licensing and authorisation; for example, domain and product requirements set out by the
relevant operator and maintainer or rail infrastructure manager (RIM).
This standard covers the requirements for the functions within the concept design phase,
detailed design phase and commissioning phase of the asset life cycle.
This standard does not cover other functions that exist in the asset life cycle.
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2.2. Application This standard applies to AEOs who engage signalling personnel to perform work on the TfNSW
heavy rail network. This standard is intended to provide the AEOs with information on
function-specific minimum generic competency requirements.
3. Reference documents The following documents are cited in the text. For dated references, only the cited edition
applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document applies.
Australian standards
AS 4292.1 Railway Safety Management - General Requirements
Transport for NSW standards
ESG 001 Basic Principles and Configuration Standards
ESG 002 Signalling Practice Standards
ESG 003 Signalling Equipment Configuration Standard
ESG 004 Signalling Equipment Strategy
ESG 005 Signalling Operator Interface
ESG 007 Glossary of Signalling Terms
ESG 008 Management of Computer-Based Control Equipment for Signalling Systems
ESG 100 Signal Design Principles
SPG 0710 Type Approval Requirements for Signalling Systems and Equipment
T MU AM 04001 PL TfNSW Configuration Management Plan
T MU MD 00009 ST AEO Authorisation Requirements
Legislation
Rail Safety National Law (NSW) pursuant to the Rail Safety (Adoption of National Law) Act
2012 (NSW)
Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW)
Other references
Network Rules and Network Procedures
Institution of Railway Signal Engineers
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4. Terms and definitions The following terms and definitions apply in this document:
AEO Authorised Engineering Organisation; a legal entity (which may include a Transport
Agency as applicable) to whom the ASA has issued an ASA Authorisation
ASA Asset Standards Authority
AST Advanced-Signalling Technology
CMS competency management system
competent person a person identified or certified within an organisation to have required skills
and knowledge to perform specified tasks
domain knowledge specific to an application or industry, as opposed to generic knowledge
that is independent of the details of any particular application or industry
HARA hazard analysis and risk assessment
IDR interdisciplinary review; a specific term applied to a peer review process and interaction
with other disciplines focusing outside of the area of the author's subject of expertise
IST Intermediate Signalling Technology
railway signalling a series of electrical, electronic, and electro-mechanical units brought
together to form a system which controls the safe movement of trains, is a system used to direct
railway traffic and keep trains clear of each other at all times and safe movement of users at
level crossings
RAMS reliability, availability, maintainability and safety; a form of analytical techniques and
engineering safety management methods to examine the factors that may influence RAMS
aspects of systems. Working across several sectors providing pragmatic solutions to ensure
that designed products satisfy specific requirements throughout the system lifecycle
RIM rail infrastructure manager; as described in Rail Safety National Law (NSW) pursuant to the
Rail Safety (Adoption of National Law) Act 2012 (NSW)
SFS signalling functional specification
SME subject matter expert; person assessed or recognised as having the highest level of
competence (including knowledge, skills and practical experience) in a particular field or
discipline
SRS system requirements specification; a description of what the system should do in terms of
the system’s functions, interactions and interfaces with its operational environment. It
communicates the stakeholder requirements to the technical community who will specify and
build the system; alternatively, referred to as system requirements document.
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Sydney metropolitan area area including the Sydney CBD and suburbs of Sydney and
bounded by the Blue Mountains, Central Coast, Hunter, Illawarra / South Coast and Southern
Highlands regions of NSW
TfNSW Transport for New South Wales
TfNSW OD Transport for New South Wales Organisational Development
Transport Network the transport system owned and operated by TfNSW or its operating
agencies upon which TfNSW has power to exercise its functions as conferred by the Transport
Administration Act 1988 or any other Act
5. Overview of competency standard This standard provides the competency requirements for personnel to develop and demonstrate
the competencies and proficiency levels required to undertake the specified signalling functions.
It also specifies the minimum generic competency tasks and evidence criteria, relevant to these
functions.
The functions that are selected and addressed within this standard primarily exist across the
infrastructure designing, and testing and commissioning areas of signalling systems.
The competency tasks and associated evidence criteria presented within this standard
encompass the competency requirements of functions within a role. The AEOs should
determine the applicability of each competency task, based on the scope of work being carried
out in the project and tailor the criteria accordingly. AEOs may choose to specify on a
commercial basis more than is documented within this standard.
The competency standards are provided for those functions where there is limited information
available to enable AEOs to develop reasonable assessment criteria. They are not intended to
cover the exhaustive list of functions that exist over the full asset life cycle.
Note: Reference has been made to the competency requirements of the Institution of
Railway Signal Engineers as an internationally recognised framework and extracted
the relevant elements, while adding specific local requirements.
The competency standard is subject to review at regular intervals as the industry needs
changes.
Section 5.1 through to Section 5.7 explains the different elements of the competency standard
such as the roles and functions, proficiency levels, and competency requirements.
Appendix A explains the process flow and guides the AEOs in applying this standard.
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5.1. TfNSW competence, compliance and licensing The ASA has presented the competency standards which are generic and considered the
minimum requirements to work on the TfNSW heavy rail network.
The standards are independent of network specific domain or product knowledge requirements
that are required to perform the services or operate the network.
This is illustrated in Figure 1.
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Figure 1 - Competency laws and regulations
5.2. Domain and product specific requirements The domain knowledge and product knowledge are specific to an application or industry area
and are gained from a combination of organisational standards, safety practices, locality, local
systems, infrastructure arrangements and principles, and local arrangements for work. This can
be independent or supplementary to generic knowledge.
Each RIM has developed processes and procedures for the management of the engineering
activities in their respective discipline area or area of operation (that is, domain). In many
instances, the processes were developed independently and over many years, often being
bespoke to the specific domain or discipline area. This has resulted in similar, but different,
approaches being used for the same area of activity from one domain or discipline to another.
To deliver particular engineering tasks, the AEO shall demonstrate competence to domain
specific requirements when undertaking an engineering task that affects any Transport asset.
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The AEO shall ensure that the person undertaking the designing, testing and commissioning
engineer functions has demonstrated domain and product specific competence relating to the
specific RIM domain for which works are being carried out.
The AEO can demonstrate its capabilities in meeting the domain or product competence by
satisfying the following:
• evidence requirements specified in Section 6, Section 7, Section 8 and achieving the
identified domain knowledge and product knowledge; this can vary slightly within each
railway network
• licensed to the RIM specific authorisation standard (refer to the applicable RIM for
guidance)
5.3. Role and functions This standard covers a range of generic role functions, rather than referring to generic job titles;
that is, the functions that a jobholder is expected to perform. The function is a speciality area of
a role comprised of a collection of tasks.
Figure 2 illustrates how the functions are attached to a particular role.
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Figure 2 - Functions within a role
Table 1 provides a list of high level functions and their description within any signalling roles.
Table 1 – Signalling functions and description
Function Description
Design The process of defining requirements or creating a solution or modifying the existing solution based on the identified requirements of that phase.
Check (review) A document based process of examination of the design to determine the adequacy of the output items of a specific development phase fulfils the requirements of that phase.
Verify A process of examination of the design followed by a judgement based on evidence that output items of a specific development phase fulfils the requirements of that phase in relation to completeness, correctness and consistency.
Approve A process based examination of the design to make sure all required steps have been completed in that phase in accordance with the approved quality requirements.
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Construct (install) The process of realisation of the design by building one or more products or set up the product to be functional as specified within the design phase.
The application of these functions to a particular job or role is explained in the following
examples:
• Example 1
A design engineer responsible for designing a part of a subsystem in the signalling
infrastructure requires competency for signalling detailed design.
• Example 2
An experienced signalling engineer responsible for verifying the detailed signalling design
for a signalling system requires competencies in detailed design, checking / reviewing and
verification.
• Example 3
A commissioning engineer responsible for deploying a major system into service requires
competencies for the testing and commissioning functions.
5.4. Signalling functions and asset life cycle The functions within the signalling systems cover the following:
• requirements specification (includes subsystem requirements)
• concept design
• preliminary design
• detailed design
• construction (build)
• factory acceptance subsystem testing
• site acceptance testing
• certification
• commissioning
• preventative
• corrective maintenance
• investigations
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• technical strategy
• type approval
This standard covers the functions and the generic competency requirements within the concept
phase, design phase, and testing and commissioning phase of the TfNSW asset life cycle
model.
Figure 3 shows the alignment of the signalling functions within the TfNSW asset life cycle
model. The asset life cycle includes the following stages:
• demand/need
• plan
• acquire
• operate/maintain
• dispose
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Figure 3 – Signalling system life cycle model
5.5. Defining prerequisite competence requirements The mandatory requirement for defining competence requirements is stated in
T MU MD 00009 ST AEO Authorisation Requirements.
The level and depth of the requirements depends on industry requirements or those required by
the standards.
An AEO's processes shall satisfy quality and safety requirements, as a minimum.
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As part of the AEO authorisation process, AEOs shall have their own competency assessment
process as described in T MU MD 00009 ST.
The AEO may tailor the competency standard requirements to meet the project or industry
needs in consultation with the relevant stakeholders to align with the project requirements. Any
modification to the competency requirements stated in Section 6, Section 7 and Section 8 shall
be justified and be subject to audit. The ASA shall establish and maintain consistency among
AEOs’ assessments using the surveillance audit mechanism.
5.6. Proficiency levels The AEO’s competency management system shall define the proficiency levels that are relevant
and current for any particular function in accordance with the requirements of
T MU MD 00009 ST. While the AEO is responsible for setting a proficiency level framework, the
proficiency levels provided in Table 2 are suggested as most appropriate to be used with this
standard.
Table 2 – Proficiency levels and description
Proficiency Description
Level 0 A person who has had no previous experience of a particular task or activity. Requires supervision while performing tasks.
Level 1 A person who has limited knowledge. Requires supervision in more complex tasks and activities to allow that person to gain relevant experience. May perform simple tasks unsupervised where previous experience can be demonstrated.
Level 2 A person who has sufficient knowledge allowing to work unsupervised in tasks and activities within the relevant experience. May perform more complex tasks unsupervised where previous experience can be demonstrated. Requires supervision to perform more complex activities and tasks where previous experience cannot be demonstrated.
Level 3 A person who has demonstrated knowledge and experience, who can work unsupervised in tasks and activities within their relevant experience. May perform more complex tasks unsupervised where previous experience can be demonstrated. Has the relevant experience to execute the duties in a senior position as a leader and has the ability to solve problems. Can interpret and apply applicable domain standards and principles. Is considered to be a subject matter expert (SME) and has the capability and experience to supervise.
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5.7. Competency requirements This standard establishes the signalling competency requirements for the personnel carrying
out the key signalling functions during the concept phase, design phase, and testing and
commissioning phase of the asset life cycle.
The competency requirements apply to the key functions that are broken down into tasks and
evidence criteria. The signalling personnel are assessed based on these tasks and the
evidence criteria that help to support and demonstrate the competency of a person.
The generic evidence and domain and product evidence should be mapped against each
evidence criteria of a given task.
The generic tasks within the signalling discipline that are identified in this standard are as
follows:
• application of principles
• general technical skills and experience
• railway operations
• interdisciplinary review (IDR)
• safety assurance
• product safety
• commission system into service
Table 3 lists some examples that explain the evidence criteria and provides appropriate
examples of evidence for a task.
Table 3 – Examples of tasks and evidence criteria
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Task Evidence criteria Appropriate evidence examples
Application of signalling design principles
Understanding of general signalling principles including signal positioning, calculation of braking distances, headways requirements and signal sighting
• assessment of logbook and currency of entries; these will typically include work experience storyboards detailing particulars of work carried out, training records (academic or industry) and so on
• demonstrate academic record to include relevant industry training
• example deliverables, meeting minutes • design review comments registers • reports of corrective actions • reassessment engineer reports • approved signalling design
documentation
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Task Evidence criteria Appropriate evidence examples
General technical skills and experience
• creates concept design deliverables
• reliability, availability, maintainability and safety (RAMS) analysis
• understanding of operators’ requirements
• evidence of meeting minutes • design review comments registers • reports of corrective actions • reassessment engineer reports
The order in which the tasks and the evidence criteria are presented is not intended to imply
relative importance to each other; however, it attempts to correspond to the logical sequence of
tasks performed across the asset life cycle model.
Different levels of responsibility and proficiency apply to each task, rising from designer up
through checker to verifier. While the evidence criteria described for each task can be the same,
the appropriate proficiency level for the role shall be considered.
AEOs shall seek scalable evidence that reflects the range and complexity of the work being
carried out to ensure that the signalling personnel has the required breadth of knowledge and
the experience and expertise to enable them to carry out the required function in a competent
manner.
6. Signalling concept design generic competencies The signalling concept design is the phase of project planning that includes producing ideas and
taking into account the pros and cons of implementing those ideas. This phase of a project is
done to minimise the likelihood of error, manage costs, assess options and risk, and evaluate
the potential success of the intended project.
The signalling personnel undertaking works on behalf of the AEO during the concept design
phase shall demonstrate sufficient competence and understanding of minimum requirements
detailed in T MU AM 04001 PL TfNSW Configuration Management Plan; however, the size and
complexity of the work being carried out should be considered.
Table 4 through to Table 9 describes the minimum generic competence requirements for the
signalling concept design phase. These tables also indicate when the applicable RIM is required
to seek further evidence of domain and product competency requirements and minimum
evidence requirements.
The information provided in Table 4 through to Table 9 can also be used as a guide or template
for the AEOs to gather evidence of assessment to satisfy the AEO's CMS and their claim for
competence to the applicable RIM for licensing.
The signalling personnel shall have the assessable ability to produce the following key
deliverables during the concept design phase:
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• control tables
• signalling functional specification (SFS)
• input into the assurance process in accordance with applicable configuration management
process
Note: Depending on individual project requirements, these deliverables are not
necessarily required at the concept design phase.
Table 4 – Concept design - application of principles generic competency requirements
Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
1.1 Application and interpretation of systems requirements specification (SRS) in the production of concept design Knowledge of producing signalling functional specification
E1, E7, E8, No specific domain or product requirements
1.2 Understanding of general signalling principles including signal positioning, calculation of braking distances, headways requirements and signal sighting Knowledge of ASA standards that cover signal design principles
E1, E9 Examples: double light signals, fully braked overlaps
1.3 Application of signalling principles in the production of concept design
E1, E9 Application of domain signal design principles such as ESG 100 Signal Design Principles Knowledge of domain signalling practices, Network Rules and Network Procedures Use of domain train modelling systems
Table 5 – Concept design - general technical skills and experience generic competency requirements
Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
2.1 Creates concept designs including supporting evidence for design decisions
E1, E5, E8 Knowledge of domain signalling systems, for example, signalling power supplies, traction return interfaces, lightning and surge protection requirements, compressed air systems and so on
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Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
2.2 Interpret and analyse project scope, relevant functional and interface specifications, other documents determining the impacts of the project interfaces
E2, E3, E6 Knowledge of design requirements
2.3 Understands maintenance requirements in relation to signalling infrastructure Can recognise where RAMS is required and have input to the relevant client strategies to define system performance requirement
E1, E2, E3, E4, E5, E8
Knowledge of domain signalling equipment practices, such as ESG 003 Signalling Equipment Configuration Standard and ESG 004 Signalling Equipment Strategy and RAMS requirements
2.4 Carried out three previous similar size designs without supervision
E1, E2, E3, E4, E7
No specific domain or product requirements
2.5 Performed signalling design and carried out three previous similar size designs without supervision
E1, E2, E3, E4, E8
No specific domain or product requirements
Table 6 - Concept design – railway operations generic competency requirements
Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
3.1 Application and interpretation of higher level requirements in relation to railway operations
E1, E2, E3, E4, E5, E7, E8
Knowledge of producing domain subsystem requirements specification and operational requirement documentation
3.2 Understand and apply the railway operating rules and regulations pertaining to the signalling infrastructure
E1, E7, E8, Knowledge of domain signalling practices, for example, signalling practices and configuration standards, Network Rules and Network Procedures Domain requirements for signalling safeworking procedures
Table 7 - Concept design - IDR generic competency requirements
Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
4.1 Understand different discipline’s design requirement and applications, for example, track alignment, overhead alignment, civil structures and bridges
E1, E2, E3, E4, E5, E7, E8
Knowledge of domain design management process
4.2 Apply and interpret SRS in relation to production of the concept design
E1, E7, E8, No specific domain or product requirements
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Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
4.3 Involved in the interdisciplinary review process or meetings and applied the outcomes
E1, E4, E7, E8
No specific domain or product requirements
4.4 Able to communicate and discuss the signalling design requirement at IDR meetings
E4, E7, E8 No specific domain or product requirements
Table 8 - Concept design– safety assurance generic competency requirements
Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
5.1 Understand the operator’s safety requirements Interpret and apply these requirements in the concept design where required
E1, E2, E3, E5, E6, E8
Knowledge of domain signalling practices, for example, signalling practices and configuration standards (ESG 001 to ESG 005, ESG 007 and ESG 008), Network Rules and Network Procedures Domain requirements for signalling safeworking procedures
5.2 Interpret and analyse project safety requirements, to determine the impacts on the project life cycle
E1, E3, E4, E5, E7, E8
No specific domain or product requirements
5.3 Understand the safety requirements in relation to signalling infrastructure maintenance through the asset life cycle
E1, E3, E4, E5, E7, E8
Knowledge of domain requirements for signalling safeworking procedures
5.4 Interpret, analyse and apply risk mitigation associated with the project hazard analysis and risk assessment (HARA) process, where hazards, threats and safety issues are identified
E1, E3, E4, E5, E7, E8
No specific domain or product requirements
Table 9 - Concept design – product safety generic competency requirements
Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
6.1 Consider and interpret products’ safety requirements in a railway environment
E1, E3, E4, E5, E8
Knowledge of domain type approval requirements for signalling systems and equipment such as SPG 0710 Type Approval Requirements for Signalling Systems and Equipment
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7. Signalling detailed design generic competencies The signalling detailed design is the phase of the asset life cycle where deliverables produced,
such as plans, control tables, engineering details, functional specifications and data are
required to sufficiently define the signalling system in alignment with the system requirements
specification (SRS).
The signalling personnel undertaking works on behalf of the AEO during the detailed design
phase shall demonstrate sufficient competence and understanding of minimum requirements
detailed in T MU AM 04001 PL; however, the size and complexity of the work being carried out
should be considered.
Table 10 through to Table 16 describes the minimum generic competence requirements for
signalling detailed design phase. These tables also indicate when the applicable RIM is required
to seek further evidence of domain and product competency requirements and minimum
evidence requirements.
The signalling personnel shall have the ability to produce the following key deliverables:
• lineside circuits
• interlocking circuits
• interlocking data
• interlocking configuration / architecture
• automatic train protection (ATP) data
• input into the assurance process in accordance with applicable configuration management
process
The information provided in Table 10 to Table 16 can also be used as a guide or template for
the AEOs to gather evidence of assessment to satisfy the AEO's CMS and their claim for
competence to the applicable RIM for licensing.
Table 10 - Detailed design - application of principles generic competency requirements
Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
1.1 Interpretation and application of SRS in the production of detailed designs
E1, E6, E7, E8,
Knowledge of producing domain SFS
1.2 Understand the general signalling principles and apply the requirements and outcomes of signal arrangements, control tables and signal sighting
E1, E3, E6, E8
Application of domain signal design principles and signalling practices
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Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
1.3 Understand and apply signalling standards in detailed design process
E1, E9 Application of domain signalling documentation and drawings standards Knowledge of domain circuit design standards, standard CBI system architectures and data constructs, such as Microlok 2
1.4 Management and distribution of the detailed design documentation through the project life cycle
E4, E5, E7, E8, E9
Application of domain signalling documentation and drawings standards
1.5 Verify and validate the veracity of documentation: • approval of detailed design
documentation • checking of detailed design
documentation • verification and review of detailed
design documentation
E1, E3, E5, E6, E7, E8, E9
Application of domain signalling documentation and drawings standards
1.6 Understand the testing and commissioning process: • process and respond to test logs • process and provision of design
modification
E1, E2, E3, E4, E6, E7, E8, E9
Knowledge of domain inspection and testing of signalling process
1.7 Consider product requirements Interpret and apply manufacturer product requirements and functional interfaces
E1, E2, E3, E6
Knowledge of domain signalling systems, for example, signalling power supplies, traction return interfaces, lightning and surge protection requirements, compressed air systems and so on
1.8 Understand product operation in the rail environment and integration with other products
E1, E2, E3, E8
Knowledge of domain signalling systems, for example, signalling power supplies, traction return interfaces, lightning and surge protection requirements, compressed air systems and so on
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requirements
Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
2.1 Creates detailed designs using project documentation: • understand and apply control
tables • understand and apply signal
arrangements plan • extract and implement SFS
requirements
E1, E2, E3, E5, E6, E8
Application of domain signal design principles and signalling practices Knowledge of domain circuit design standards, standard CBI system architectures and data constructs such as Microlok 2 Knowledge of producing domain SFS
2.2 Interpret and analyse project scope, relevant functional and interface specifications, other documents determining the impacts of the project interfaces
E1, E2, E3, E6, E7, E8
No specific domain or product requirements
2.3 Performed detailed signalling design and carried out three previous similar size designs without supervision
E1, E2, E3, E5, E6, E7
No specific domain or product requirements
2.4 Perform detailed signalling design under supervision of a suitably competent mentor
E1, E2, E3, E8
No specific domain or product requirements
Table 12 - Detailed design – railway operations generic competency requirements
Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
3.1 Plan and program all design activities in relation to the operating railway and occupation schedule requirements
E1, E2, E3, E5, E7, E8
Application of domain signalling documentation, drawings standards and domain signalling design process
3.2 Understand and apply railway operating rules and regulations pertaining to the signalling infrastructure
E1, E2, E3, E6, E8
Knowledge of domain signalling practices, Network Rules and Network Procedures Domain requirements for signalling safeworking procedures
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Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
4.1 Interact with other disciplines to coordinate design, particularly in relation to other disciplines, for example, track, overhead, civil structures and bridges
E3, E4, E5, E6
Knowledge of domain design management process
4.2 Apply and interpret SRS in relation to testing and commissioning requirements
E3, E4, E5, E6, E7, E8
No specific domain or product requirements
4.3 Involved in the IDR process or meetings and applied outcomes
E1, E2, E3, E5, E7
No specific domain or product requirements
Table 14 - Detailed design – safety assurance generic competency requirements
Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
5.1 Understand operator’s safety requirements Interpret and apply these requirements in relation to signalling system life cycle
E3, E5, E6, E7, E8
Knowledge of domain signalling practices, Network Rules and Network Procedures Domain requirements for signalling safeworking procedures
5.2 Understand the safety requirements in relation to signalling infrastructure maintenance through the asset life cycle
E1, E2, E5, E6, E8
Knowledge of domain requirements for signalling safeworking procedures
5.3 Understand, interpret, analyse and apply risk mitigation associated with the HARA process Identify hazards, threats and safety issues during the design life cycle
E2, E5, E7, E8
No specific domain or product requirements
Table 15 - Detailed design – product safety generic competency requirements
Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
5.4 Consider and interpret products safety requirements in a railway environment
E1, E2, E3, E6, E8
Knowledge of domain type approval requirements for signalling systems and equipment, for example, SPG 0710
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Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
6.1 Understanding of the testing and commissioning process: • process and respond to test logs • process and provision of design
modification
E1, E2, E3, E6, E8
Knowledge of domain inspection and testing of signalling process
7.1. Generic competency requirements for check, review and approve The minimum generic competence requirements for the functions of check, review, verify,
validate and approve in the detailed design phase are provided in Table 17 through to Table 23.
These tables also indicate when the applicable RIM is required to seek further evidence of
domain and product competency requirements and minimum evidence requirements.
The signalling personnel shall have the ability to produce, check, review, verify, validate and
approve the following key deliverables:
• lineside circuits
• interlocking circuits
• interlocking data
• input into the assurance process in accordance with applicable configuration management
process
The information provided in Table 17 to Table 23 can also be used as a guide or template for
the AEOs to gather evidence of assessment to satisfy the AEO's CMS and their claim for
competence to the applicable RIM licensing.
Table 17 - Detailed design – check/review/approve - application of principles generic competency requirements
Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
1.1 Interpret and apply SRS in the production of detailed designs
E1, E2, E5, E6, E7, E8,
Knowledge of producing domain SFS
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Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
1.2 Applies first principles and the requirements and outcomes of signal arrangements, control tables and signal sighting during the check and review process
E1, E2, E3, E7, E9
Application of domain signal design principles and signalling practices Knowledge of signalling practices such as signalling practices and configuration standards (ESG 001 to ESG 005, ESG 007 and ESG 008)
1.3 Understand and apply signalling standards in detailed design process
E1, E2, E3, E5, E6, E8
Application of domain signalling documentation and drawings standards Knowledge of domain circuit design standards, standard CBI system architectures and data constructs such as Microlok 2
1.4 Manage and distribute the detailed design documentation through the project life cycle
E1, E2, E3, E4, E5
Application of domain signalling documentation and drawings standards
1.5 Verify and validate the veracity of documentation: • approve detailed design
documentation • check detailed design
documentation • verify and review of detailed
design documentation
E1, E2, E5, E6, E7
Application of domain signalling documentation and drawings standards
1.6 Understand the testing and commissioning process: • process and respond to test logs • process and provision of design
modification
E1, E2, E3, E4, E6, E8
Knowledge of domain inspection and testing of signalling process
1.7 Consider product requirements Interpret and apply manufacturer product requirements and functional interfaces
E1, E2, E3, E6
Knowledge of domain signalling systems For example, signalling power supplies, traction return interfaces, lightning and surge protection requirements, compressed air systems and so on
1.8 Understand product operation in the rail environment and integrate with other products
E1, E2, E3, E6, E8
Knowledge of domain signalling systems For example, signalling power supplies, traction return interfaces, lightning and surge protection requirements, compressed air systems and so on
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experience generic competency requirements
Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
2.1 Checks, reviews and approves detailed designs using project documentation: • understand and apply control
tables • understand and apply signal
arrangements plan • extract implement SFS
requirements
E1, E2, E3, E5, E6, E8
Application of domain signal design principles and signalling practices Knowledge of domain circuit design standards, standard CBI system architectures and data constructs such as Microlok 2 Knowledge of producing domain SFS
2.2 Interpret and analyse project scope, relevant functional and interface specifications, other documents determining the impacts of the project interfaces
E1, E2, E3, E6, E7, E8
No specific domain or product requirements
2.3 Check, review and/or approve detailed signalling design and carried out three previous similar size designs without supervision
E1, E2, E3, E6, E7
No specific domain or product requirements
2.4 Check, review and approve design under supervision of a suitably competent mentor
E1, E2, E3, E8
No specific domain or product requirements
Table 19 - Detailed design – check/review/approve – railway operations generic competency requirements
Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
3.1 Apply and interpret SRS in relation to railway operations
E1, E2, E5, E6, E8
Knowledge of producing domain SFS
3.2 Apply the first principles and the requirements and outcomes of signal arrangements, control tables and signal sighting during the check/review process and their effects on railway operations
E1, E2, E5, E6, E7
Application of domain signal design principles and signalling practices
3.3 Plan and program all design activities related to operating railway and occupation schedule requirements
E1, E2, E5, E7
Application of domain signalling documentation and drawings standards and domain signalling design process
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Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
3.4 Understand and apply the railway operating rules and regulations pertaining to the signalling infrastructure
E1, E2, E8 Knowledge of domain signalling practices, for example, signalling practices and configuration standards (ESG 001 to ESG 005, ESG 007 and ESG 008), Network Rules and Network Procedures Domain requirements for signalling safeworking procedures
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Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
4.1 Able to communicate and discuss the signal design requirement at interdisciplinary review meetings
E1, E2, E3, E4, E5, E6
No specific domain or product requirements
4.2 Interact with other disciplines to coordinate design, particularly in relation to other disciplines, for example, track, overhead, civil structures and bridges
E3, E4, E5, E6
Knowledge of domain design management process.
4.3 Apply and interpret SRS in relation to testing and commissioning requirements
E3, E4, E5, E6, E7, E8
No specific domain or product requirements
4.4 Involved in the IDR process or meetings and applied outcomes
E2, E3, E5, E8
No specific domain or product requirements
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Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
5.1 Verify and validate the veracity of documentation: • approve detailed design
documentation • check detailed design
documentation • verify and review detailed design
documentation
E1, E2, E3, E5, E7, E8, E9
No specific domain or product requirements
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Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
5.2 Understand the operator’s safety requirements Interpret and apply these requirements in relation to signalling system life cycle
E3, E4, E5, E6, E7, E8
Knowledge of domain signalling practices, for example, signalling practices and configuration standards (ESG 001 to ESG 005, ESG 007 and ESG 008), Network Rules and Network Procedures Domain requirements for signalling safeworking procedures
5.3 Understand the safety requirements in relation to signalling infrastructure maintenance through the asset life cycle
E2, E5, E7, E8
Knowledge of domain requirements for signalling safeworking procedures
5.4 Understand, interpret, analyse and apply risk mitigation associated with the HARA process Identify hazards, threats and safety issues during the design life cycle
E2, E5, E7, E8, E9
No specific domain or product requirements
Table 22 - Detailed design – check/review/approve – product safety generic competency requirements
Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
5.5 Consider and interpret products' safety requirements in a railway environment
E1, E2, E3, E6, E9
Knowledge of domain type approval requirements for signalling systems and equipment, for example, SPG 0710
Table 23 - Detailed design – check/review/approve – commission systems into service generic competency requirements
Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 7.2)
Domain and product evidence
6.1 Understand testing and commissioning process: • process and respond to test logs • process and provision of design
modification
E2, E5, E6, E9,
Knowledge of domain inspection and testing of signalling process
6.2 Apply ‘as built’ designs in relation to production of final design records to the domain drawing management system requirement
E1, E2, E3, E5, E6, E8
Application of domain signalling documentation and drawings standards and domain signalling design process
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7.2. Signalling design evidence requirements guidelines Table 24 provides the reference to evidence requirements, type of evidence and the
deliverables required for each type of evidence for signalling design competence, which
includes concept design and detailed design.
Table 24 – Design evidence requirements guidelines
Reference Type of evidence Typical evidence required for concept design (deliverables)
Typical evidence required for detailed design (deliverables)
E1 Assessment of logbook and currency of entries, these will typically include work experience storyboards detailing particulars of work carried out, training records (academic or industry) and so on
Authenticated logbook entries: • signalling scheme plans • control tables • system requirements • SFS • equipment nomination
Authenticated logbook entries: • system requirements • SFS • signalling bonding plans • traction bonding • cable route and services
design • cable schematic plans • control tables • equipment nomination • interlocking circuit design • interlocking data design • lineside circuit design • location layouts
E2 Continue self-assessment and maintenance of work experience logbook
Authenticated logbook entries - detailing specific requirements for E1
Authenticated logbook entries - detailing specific requirements for E1
E3 Competency assessment to be demonstrated through continuing professional development
Authenticated logbook entries: • design production under
supervision • training in applicable
industry requirements • keeping abreast of new
equipment and continuous development in self-instruction and standards updates
Authenticated logbook entries: • design production under
supervision • training in applicable
industry requirements • keeping abreast of new
equipment and continuous development in self-instruction and standards updates
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Reference Type of evidence Typical evidence required
for concept design (deliverables)
Typical evidence required for detailed design (deliverables)
E4 Manage client interface and communicate requirements relating to proposed signalling infrastructure detailed at the project concept stage
Provision of documented evidence together with authenticated logbook entries: • documented meeting
minutes • report and design
submissions for client approval and acceptance
• address client review comments
• provide client clarifications in relation to design decision using an agreed design log mechanism
Provision of documented evidence together with authenticated logbook entries: • documented meeting
minutes • signal sighting committee
evidence • report and design
submissions for client approval and acceptance
• address client review comments
• design log to capture issues during design development
• provide client clarifications in relation to design decision using an agreed design log mechanism
E5 Follow process and document decisions made during design development
Company management system - follow prescribed company process and produce requisite design documentation
Company management system - follow prescribed company process and produce requisite design documentation
E6 Demonstrates the relevant skills and knowledge to undertake design works unsupervised
Authenticated logbook entries - has carried out three previous projects similar in nature and has documented evidence
Authenticated logbook entries - has carried out three previous projects similar in nature and has documented evidence
E7 Demonstrates knowledge and experience working unsupervised in tasks and activities relative to assignment May perform more complex tasks unsupervised where previous experience can be demonstrated Has the relevant experience to execute the duties in a senior position as a leader and has the ability to solve problems Can interpret and apply relevant domain standards and principles Considered to be an SME and has the ability and experience to provide mentorship
Can provide documented evidence together with authenticated logbook entries: • maintenance of design
logs throughout the design, test and commission life cycle
• can demonstrate use of domain standards
• can demonstrate some level of innovative applications to provide successful outcomes
• can demonstrate longevity and good all-round knowledge base in signalling principles application
• endorsement of workplace evidence and verification
Can provide documented evidence together with authenticated logbook entries: • maintenance of design
logs throughout the design, test and commission life cycle
• can demonstrate use of domain standards
• can demonstrate some level of innovative applications to provide successful outcomes
• can demonstrate longevity and good all-round knowledge base in signalling principles application
• endorsement of workplace evidence and verification
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Reference Type of evidence Typical evidence required
for concept design (deliverables)
Typical evidence required for detailed design (deliverables)
E8 Demonstrates knowledge and experience working unsupervised in tasks and activities relating to assignment May perform more complex tasks unsupervised where previous experience can be demonstrated Requires mentorship to perform more complex activities and tasks where experience cannot be demonstrated
Can provide documented evidence together with authenticated logbook entries: • maintenance of design
logs throughout the design, test and commission life cycle
• can demonstrate use of domain standards
• can demonstrate some level of innovative applications to provide successful outcomes
• can demonstrate a good all-round knowledge base in signalling principles application
Can provide documented evidence together with authenticated logbook entries: • maintenance of design
logs throughout the design, test and commission life cycle
• can demonstrate use of domain standards
• can demonstrate some level of innovative applications to provide successful outcomes
• can demonstrate a good all-round knowledge base in signalling principles application
E9 Demonstrate academic record to include relevant industry training or qualification, for example: • Intermediate Signalling
Technology (IST) Layouts
• Intermediate Signalling Technology (IST) Control Tables
• Advanced Signalling Technology (AST)
• Australian Quality Training Framework equivalent
Can provide documented evidence together with authenticated logbook entries: • academic achievements
by provision of certification
• relevant industry training by provision of certification
Can provide documented evidence together with authenticated logbook entries: • academic achievements
by provision of certification
• relevant industry training by provision of certification
8. Signalling commissioning generic competencies The signalling commissioning is the systematic process of ensuring that all equipment and
systems perform interactively according to the design intent and the operational and user
requirements.
The signalling personnel undertaking works on behalf of the AEO during the signalling
commissioning phase shall demonstrate sufficient competence and understanding of minimum
requirements detailed in T MU AM 04001 PL; however, the size and complexity of the work
being carried out should be considered.
Table 25 through to Table 30 describes the minimum generic competence requirements for the
signalling testing and commissioning phase. These tables also indicate when the applicable
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The signalling personnel shall have the ability to produce the following key deliverables during
the testing and commissioning phase:
• inspection and test plans
• commissioning work packages
• input into the assurance process in accordance with ASA configuration management
process
The information provided in Table 25 to Table 30 can also be used as a guide or template for
the AEOs to gather evidence of assessment to satisfy the AEO's CMS and their claim for
competence to the applicable RIM for licensing.
Table 25 - Commissioning – application of principles generic competency requirements
Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 8.1)
Domain and product evidence
1.1 Application of general signalling principles
ET1, ET2, ET3, ET4, ET6, ET7, ET8
Application of domain signal design principles and signalling practices
1.2 Understanding and application of signalling principles in factory acceptance test process and final onsite system commissioning
ET7, ET9, ET10
Knowledge of domain inspection and testing of signalling process
1.3 Pre-planning of test activities and commissioning strategy: • assigning testing resources to
appropriate task or activity • programming testing activities
during the pre-testing and commissioning phases
• cataloguing and issuing of appropriate testing equipment for tasks or activities
ET7, ET9, ET10
Application of domain inspection and testing of signalling process
1.4 Management and distribution of the test documentation during pre-testing and commissioning
ET1, ET2, ET3, ET4, ET5, ET6, ET7, ET8, ET9, ET10
Application of domain inspection and testing of signalling process Application of domain signalling documentation and drawings standards
1.5 Verify the veracity of documentation: • collation and acceptance of
installation or construction documentation
• collation and acceptance of design documentation
• collation and acceptance of testing documentation
ET1, ET2, ET3, ET6, ET7, ET8, ET9
Application of domain inspection and testing of signalling process
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Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 8.1)
Domain and product evidence
1.6 Implementation and management of the test log and modification process during pre-testing and commissioning
ET8, ET9, ET10
Application of domain inspection and testing of signalling process
1.7 Consideration and interpretation of domain standard requirements Certify domain standards and requirements have been applied in the design and warrant the application during the testing and commissioning phase
ET7, ET9, ET10
Application of domain inspection and testing of signalling process
1.8 Consideration and interpretation of products requirements Implementation of product into service, incorporating all functional interfaces with other systems
ET7, ET9, ET10
Knowledge of domain signalling systems For example, signalling power supplies, traction return interfaces, lightning and surge protection requirements, compressed air systems and so on
Table 26 - Commissioning – general technical skills and experience generic competency requirements
Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 8.1)
Domain and product evidence
2.1 Creates and manages test log index including supporting evidence for test decisions
ET1, ET2, ET3, ET4, ET5, ET6, ET7, ET8, ET9, ET10
Application of domain inspection and testing of signalling Process
2.2 Interpret and analyse project scope, relevant functional and interface specifications, other documents determining the impacts of the project interfaces
ET1, ET2, ET3, ET4, ET5, ET6, ET7, ET8, ET9, ET10
No specific domain or product requirements
2.3 Demonstrated experience performing signal testing – as a guideline, six projects under mentorships or four projects as lead
ET1, ET2, ET3, ET4, ET5, ET6, ET7, ET8, ET9, ET10
No specific domain or product requirements
2.4 Worked at a senior level within the rail signalling environment, with an emphasis on inspection and testing of infrastructure
ET1, ET2, ET3, ET4, ET5, ET6, ET7, ET8, ET9, ET10
No specific domain or product requirements
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Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 8.1)
Domain and product evidence
3.1 Apply and interpret SRS in relation to railway operations
ET1, ET2, ET3, ET4, ET5, ET6, ET7, ET8, ET9, ET10
Knowledge of producing domain SFS
3.2 Plan and program all testing activities relating to operating railway and occupation schedule requirements
ET1, ET2, ET3, ET4, ET6 ET8, ET9, ET10
Application of domain inspection and testing of signalling process
3.3 Understand and apply the railway operating rules and regulations pertaining to the signalling infrastructure
ET1, ET2, ET3, ET4, ET5, ET6, ET7, ET8, ET9, ET10
Knowledge of domain signalling practices, for example, signalling practices and configuration standards (ESG 001 to ESG 005, ESG 007 and ESG 008), Network Rules and Network Procedures Domain requirements for signalling safeworking procedures
Table 28 - Commissioning – IDR generic competency requirements
Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 8.1)
Domain and product evidence
4.1 Communicate and discuss the signal testing requirement at pre-commissioning and post-commissioning review meetings
ET1, ET2, ET3, ET4, ET5, ET6, ET7, ET8, ET9, ET10
No specific domain or product requirements
4.2 Interact with other disciplines to coordinate pre-testing and commissioning, for example, track, overhead, civil structures and bridges
ET1, ET2, ET3, ET6, ET7, ET8, ET9
Knowledge of domain design management process.
4.3 Apply and interpret SRS in relation to testing and commissioning requirements
ET1, ET2, ET3, ET4, ET5, ET6, ET7, ET8, ET9, ET10
No specific domain or product requirements
4.4 Has been involved in the IDR process or meetings and applied outcomes
ET1, ET2, ET3, ET4,
No specific domain or product requirements
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Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 8.1)
Domain and product evidence
5.1 Apply signalling safeworking requirements for testing and commissioning phase Pre-commissioning briefings to disseminate signalling commissioning requirements during testing and commissioning phase
ET1, ET2, ET3, ET6, ET7, ET8, ET9
Application of domain requirements for signalling safeworking procedures
5.2 Validation of documentation: • collate and accept design
documentation • collate and accept installation or
construction documentation • collate and accept testing
documentation
ET1, ET2, ET3, ET6, ET7, ET8, ET9
Application of domain inspection and testing of signalling process
5.3 Understand the operator’s safety requirements Interpret and apply these requirements in relation to testing and commissioning of the signalling systems
ET10 Knowledge of domain signalling practices, for example, signalling practices and configuration standards (ESG 001 to ESG 005, ESG 007 and ESG 008), Network Rules and Network Procedures Domain requirements for signalling safeworking procedures
5.4 Understand the safety requirements in relation to signalling infrastructure maintenance through the asset life cycle
ET10 Knowledge of domain requirements for signalling safeworking procedures
Table 30 - Commissioning – commission systems into service generic competency requirements
Item reference
Evidence criteria Generic evidence (in Section 8.1)
Domain and product evidence
6.1 Apply and implement final designs into service in line with the domain specific requirements
ET7, ET9, ET10
Application of domain inspection and testing of signalling process
6.2 Sign-off system in accordance with operational rules
ET7, ET9, ET10
Application of domain inspection and testing of signalling process
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8.1. Signalling commissioning - evidence requirement guidelines Table 31 provides the reference to evidence requirements, type of evidence and the
deliverables required for each type of evidence for signalling commissioning competence.
Table 31 – Commissioning – evidence requirement guidelines
Reference Type of evidence Typical evidence required (deliverables)
ET1 Assessment of logbook and currency of entries; these typically include work experience, storyboards detailing particulars of work carried out, training records (academic or industry) and so on
Authenticated logbook entries: • signalling scheme construction management • testing the application of system requirements • implementation of requirements in the SFS • equipment installation and set to work
ET2 Continue self-assessment and maintenance of work experience logbook
Authenticated logbook entries - detailing specific requirements for ET1
ET3 Competency assessment to be demonstrated through continued professional development
Authenticated logbook entries: • installation and set to work of equipment under
supervision • training in applicable industry requirements • keeping abreast of new equipment • continuous development in self instruction and
standards updates
ET4 Manage client interface and communicate requirements relating to proposed signalling infrastructure detailed in the signalling requirements specification, functional specification, and design and test documentation
Provision of documented evidence together with authenticated logbook entries: • pre-planning and submission of testing
documentation for approval and acceptance • testing certification management • provision and management of client interface log • demonstrate programming and planning of
possession and occupation scheduling in relation to client requirements and railway operations
ET5 Follow process and document strategy decisions made during testing and commissioning phase
Company management system - follow prescribed company process and produce requisite testing and planning documentation
ET6 Demonstrates the relevant skills and knowledge to undertake testing works unsupervised
Authenticated logbook entries - has carried out five projects previously, similar in nature and has documented evidence
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Reference Type of evidence Typical evidence required (deliverables)
ET7 Demonstrates knowledge and experience working unsupervised in tasks and activities relating to assignment May perform more complex tasks unsupervised where previous experience can be demonstrated Requires mentorship to perform more complex activities and tasks where experience cannot be demonstrated
Can provide documented evidence together with authenticated logbook entries: • maintenance of test logs and design
modifications throughout testing and commissioning life cycle
• can demonstrate use of domain standards • can demonstrate some level of innovative
applications to provide successful outcomes • can provide or demonstrate a good all-round
knowledge base in the application of signalling principles testing
ET8 Demonstrate academic record to include relevant industry training, for example: • Intermediate Signalling
Technology (IST) Layouts • Intermediate Signalling
Technology (IST) Control Tables
• Advanced Signalling Technology (AST)
Provide documented evidence together with authenticated logbook entries: • demonstrate all academic achievements by
provision of certification • demonstrate all relevant industry training by
provision of certification
ET9 Certified qualifications Provide documented evidence - provision of certified copies of documentation relevant to activities and tasks being carried out
ET10 Demonstrates knowledge and experience working unsupervised in tasks and activities relative to assignment May perform more complex tasks unsupervised where previous experience can be demonstrated Has the relevant experience to execute the duties in a senior position as a leader and has the ability to solve problems Can interpret and apply relevant domain standards and principles Is considered to be an SME and has the ability and experience to provide mentorship
Provide documented evidence together with authenticated logbook entries: • maintenance of test logs and design
modifications throughout test and commission life cycle
• demonstrate use of domain standards • demonstrate some level of innovative applications
to provide successful outcomes • demonstrate longevity and good all-round
knowledge base in the application of signalling principles testing
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Appendix A Process flow for claiming competence
The process flow diagram depicts the steps to be followed to assess the competency of a
signalling person and obtain the authorisation to work from the RIM.
This process guides the AEOs in applying this standard through the different stages of
assessment and helps to achieve the following:
• identify the appropriate role and the relevant prerequisites / qualifications that a signalling
person should hold for the role they are being considered for
• identify if the signalling person is able to demonstrate compliance with the detailed generic
competency standards
The competency standards are expressed as a series of functional tasks and evidence criteria
and the objective evidence that the signalling person would be expected to present to support a
claim of competency in any area.
Figure 4 shows the process flow diagram for claiming competence and deploying a competent
person to discharge a particular function on the infrastructure.
Note: This is an indicative process that suits the existing situations of the current RIM
of the Sydney metropolitan area.
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Step 7 - AEO claim for competence to RIM – assess candidate against evidence criteria based on defined suitable evidence
requirements & assess to levels of proficiency
Step 1 – Assess candidate’s broad role for functions expected
to perform
Step 2 – Identify lifecycle phases applicable to the role
Step 3 – Determine which functions apply (Sections 6-8)
Step 4 – Determine the level of proficiency required for each
element of the role (refer section 5.6)
Step 5 – Identify the evidence requirements for applicable
functions
Can candidate complete the claim for competence? YES
No
Step 6 – Undertake gap analysis between role requirements and
level of proficiency and the assessment results and address
RIM Reviews Application
Generic ProductDomain
RIM comment on application and any additional domain and product
attributes clarified.
Candidate deemed fully competent?
Yes
No
Skills gap analysis and training needs identified. Candidate can be reassessed again in the future. Revised or restricted
competency issued in interim.
Issue Certificate of Competency for assessed scope
RIM reviews Certificate of Competency and validates
RIM issues authorisation to work
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Figure 4 – Process flow diagram
The following steps describe the process:
i. Assess the signalling person's broad role for the functions they are expected to perform.
Refer to Section 5.3 for more information on roles and functions.
ii. Identify the life cycle phases that are applicable to the role.
Refer to Figure 3 for the life cycle phases in the asset life cycle.
iii. Determine the functions that apply to the signalling person's role.
The tasks for each function are explained in Section 6, Section 7 and Section 8.
iv. Determine the level of proficiency required for each task of the role.
Refer to Section 5.6 for proficiency levels.
v. Identify the evidence requirements for applicable functions and determine if the signalling
person has sufficient evidence to complete the claim for competence.
vi. If the signalling person does not have sufficient evidence then undertake a gap analysis
between role requirements and level of proficiency and the assessment results.
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Address the gaps to then complete the claim for competence.
Or
If the signalling person has sufficient evidence then the AEO claims for competence to the
RIM to assess the signalling person against the criteria-based evidence across generic,
product, domain requirements and assess to levels of proficiency.
vii. RIM reviews application to determine if any additional domain and product attributes need
clarification and determine if the signalling person is deemed fully competent.
viii. If the signalling person is not deemed competent, identify the skills gap analysis and
training needs.
The signalling person can be reassessed in the future. A revised or restricted competency
certification can be issued in the interim.
Or
If the signalling person is deemed competent, then the Certificate of Competency is issued
for assessed scope of work.
ix. The RIM reviews and validates the Certificate of Competency and issues the authorisation
to work.
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