1220.0 - Australian Standard Classification of Occupations (ASCO) Second Edition, 1997

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Contents >> 02 Structure & Definitions >> 6 Intermediate Clerical, Sales and Service Workers >> 61 Intermediate Clerical Workers >> 619 Miscellaneous Intermediate Clerical Workers >> 6194 Intermediate Inspectors and Examiners >> 6194-21 Train Examiner

6194-21 Train Examiner

Inspects rolling stock in railway yards, terminals or stations to ensure adherence to safety standards and operational rules and regulations.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate II or higher qualification or at least 1 years relevant experience.

Tasks Include:

conducts visual checks of the mechanical, structural, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems of railway wagons, carriages and locomotives for condition and correct classification
directs the removal of defective wagons and carriages from service for repair
inspects handling and servicing of wagons containing perishable or dangerous freight to ensure adherence to regulations
expedites the return to service of wagons or carriages carrying freight or passengers
checks areas for empty foreign wagons and authorises movement
reviews siding reports for correct compilation and submission
prepares reports on handling of wagons, carriages and perishable freight
may perform minor fault diagnosis and component exchange

Specialisations:
Locomotive Inspector