This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to inspect, prepare and start an electric tram in accordance with relevant regulations and workplace practices.

It includes checking and preparing an electric tram, visually examining an electric tram, conducting on-tram checks, and starting and positioning an electric tram for service in accordance with workplace requirements.

People achieving competence in this unit will need to fulfil the applicable state/territory legislated rail safety requirements and to comply with relevant codes of practice and/or guidelines, as well as relevant road rules and tramway regulatory requirements.

Work is performed under minimal supervision, generally within a team environment.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.