This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to independently inspect, test and certify rail signalling power equipment into service on rail networks.

It includes preparing, inspecting, testing and certifying rail power signalling circuits, equipment and components. It also includes completing connection of wiring circuitry, equipment and components; testing of wiring circuitry, equipment and components; finding and repairing faults; testing of control and indicating equipment; and reporting requirements.

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

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