This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply absolute signal blocking (ASB) protection for the infrastructure and work group on a rail network during rail work activities by utilising a signal system managed by a Network Control Officer, in accordance with Rail Infrastructure Manager, legislative and regulatory 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.

The unit includes the application of Rail Infrastructure Manager rules, procedures and protocols for rail safety but does not include the implementation of worksite protection.

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