Certificates
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Upon successful completion:
- Statement of Attainment in TLIF0020 – Safely access the rail corridor
- Category 3 Rail Medical Clearance
Pathways
Completion of TLIF0020 – Safely access the rail corridor contributes toward, and is a recognised unit within, the following nationally recognised qualifications:
- TLI27121 – Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure, a foundational qualification for those working in track construction and maintenance roles, where TLIF0020 is packaged as a specialist elective unit.
- TLI42622 – Certificate IV in Train Driving, a qualification for those pursuing a career as a train driver, where TLIF0020 is packaged as a core unit alongside other train driving competencies.
Topics
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The following topics are covered within this course:
- Demonstrate how to safely access and work in the rail corridor
- Recognise the danger zone
- Identify and access a safe place
- Identify the direction of approaching traffic
- Apply minimum sighting distances
- Maintain situational awareness to identify potential risks
- Identify and explain the use of communication tools when working in the rail environment
- Identify electrical safety hazards, risks and controls used in the rail corridor
- Identify and report unsafe situations within the rail environment
- Undertake work activities under local track protection rules in accordance with safeworking rules, procedures and regulatory requirements
Entry Requirements
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Language Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N)
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Participants will undergo a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) assessment at the commencement of the course. This course requires participants to have LL&N levels sufficient to:
- Read and understand work safety signs and symbols
- Read and understand workplace policies and procedures
- Communicate identified hazards
Before entering the rail corridor, participants will also need to complete a Category 3 Rail Medical Assessment, arranged through an independent third-party provider. This assessment checks that participants meet the physical and health requirements needed to work safely in the rail environment, which may include:
- A general health and medical history review
- Vision and hearing checks
- An assessment of fitness for the physical demands of the role
- Drug and alcohol testing
Assessment
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- Theory assessment (open book)
- Practical assessment
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Medical Requirement
CAT 3 Medical
A Category 3 Medical is an assessment designed to help non-safety critical workers make sure their health and fitness does not impact the rail network. The CAT 3 Medical tests your ability to operate safely in the rail corridor so you can hear instructions, move to a safe place, and maintain an awareness of your surroundings.
Enrol into this course
| Date | Time | Location | Available Spaces | Cost | ||
| 27 July 2026 | 07:00 am – 04:00 pm | CERT – Thornton, NSW | 9 | $500.00 | ||
| 31 July 2026 | 07:00 am – 04:00 pm | CERT – Thornton, NSW | 10 | $500.00 | ||
| 3 August 2026 | 07:00 am – 04:00 pm | CERT – Thornton, NSW | 10 | $500.00 | ||
| 7 August 2026 | 07:00 am – 04:00 pm | CERT – Thornton, NSW | 10 | $500.00 | ||
| 10 August 2026 | 07:00 am – 04:00 pm | CERT – Thornton, NSW | 10 | $500.00 | ||
| 14 August 2026 | 07:00 am – 04:00 pm | CERT – Thornton, NSW | 10 | $500.00 | ||
| 17 August 2026 | 07:00 am – 04:00 pm | CERT – Thornton, NSW | 10 | $500.00 | ||
| 21 August 2026 | 07:00 am – 04:00 pm | CERT – Thornton, NSW | 10 | $500.00 | ||
| 24 August 2026 | 07:00 am – 04:00 pm | CERT – Thornton, NSW | 10 | $500.00 | ||
| 28 August 2026 | 07:00 am – 04:00 pm | CERT – Thornton, NSW | 10 | $500.00 | ||
| 31 August 2026 | 07:00 am – 04:00 pm | CERT – Thornton, NSW | 10 | $500.00 | ||
| 4 September 2026 | 07:00 am – 04:00 pm | CERT – Thornton, NSW | 10 | $500.00 | ||
| 7 September 2026 | 07:00 am – 04:00 pm | CERT – Thornton, NSW | 10 | $500.00 | ||
| 11 September 2026 | 07:00 am – 04:00 pm | CERT – Thornton, NSW | 10 | $500.00 | ||
| 14 September 2026 | 07:00 am – 04:00 pm | CERT – Thornton, NSW | 10 | $500.00 | ||
| 18 September 2026 | 07:00 am – 04:00 pm | CERT – Thornton, NSW | 10 | $500.00 | ||
| 21 September 2026 | 07:00 am – 04:00 pm | CERT – Thornton, NSW | 10 | $500.00 | ||
| 25 September 2026 | 07:00 am – 04:00 pm | CERT – Thornton, NSW | 10 | $500.00 | ||
| 28 September 2026 | 07:00 am – 04:00 pm | CERT – Thornton, NSW | 10 | $500.00 |