A V/Line Handsignaller performs safety-related duties that help manage rail traffic around worksites on Victoria’s V/Line network. Depending on their competency and the protection arrangements in place, a handsignaller may perform lookout duties, act as an inner or outer handsignaller, and provide approved signals to rail traffic. The role requires concentration, clear communication, situational awareness…
A Protection Officer helps protect workers from rail traffic while work is carried out on or near railway tracks. Key responsibilities can include assessing worksite risks, determining appropriate protection arrangements, communicating with rail personnel, briefing work groups, monitoring conditions and ensuring protection requirements are followed. Protection Officers must remain alert, communicate clearly and work within…
Safely Access the Rail Corridor training is designed for people who need to enter and work in or around a rail corridor as part of their job. This can include rail workers, contractors, maintenance personnel, construction workers and others whose duties require authorised rail corridor access. The training develops essential knowledge about rail hazards, safe…
Line handsignalling is a rail safety function used to communicate instructions to rail traffic in situations where handsignallers form part of the applicable safeworking arrangements. A trained handsignaller may perform lookout duties, provide approved signals and help support worksite protection. The role requires concentration, clear communication, situational awareness and strict adherence to network rules and…
UGLRL Safeworking Training prepares rail workers to perform specific safeworking duties on the UGL Regional Linx network in New South Wales. Depending on the course, training can cover worksite protection, hand signalling, track vehicle operation, safeworking procedures and other network-specific responsibilities. Participants need to complete the training and competency requirements relevant to the role they…
A Transdev Light Rail Protection Officer helps manage the safety of work parties carrying out activities on or around the Sydney Light Rail network. The role involves assessing track protection requirements, following network rules and procedures, using safety-critical communication, managing relevant permits and helping protect workers from light rail movements and other operational hazards. Protection…
