This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to identify, interpret and respond to fixed and/or on board signals, control systems and trackside signs in accordance with rail network owner and/or workplace policies and procedures.

It includes identifying and responding to running signals, indicators, shunting signals and subsidiary signals; interpreting and responding to trackside signs; and reporting defective or irregular signals or trackside signs.

This unit is suitable for rail safety workers who are required to identify and respond to trackside and/or on board signals control and supervisory system and signs as part of their job role. They may be working within a rail operational or infrastructure environment.

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