Bring a Tram vehicle into service
Overview
This standard is about bringing a Tram vehicle into service. You will be able to carry out pre drive checks to ensure the Tram vehicle is safe to run and fit for purpose. You will be able to make sure all the relevant information and documentation is available and correct. You will understand the importance of pre-drive checks and how to adjust the cab to meet you own driving requirements.
This standard is for anyone who drives a Tram vehicle.
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
1 carry out all the pre-drive checks to the Tram vehicle in line with your organisation's procedures
2 make sure that the relevant information and documentation is available and is in line with your organisation's procedures
3 make the cab a safe and comfortable work environment when preparing to bring the Tram vehicle into service
4 make sure you have visibility through windows and other driving aids in order to ensure safe operation of the Tram vehicle
5 make sure Tram vehicle systems and equipment are switched on and working correctly
6 report any Tram vehicle defects or problems in line with your organisation's procedures
Knowledge and Understanding
You need to know and understand:
1 your organisation's procedures for carrying out pre-drive checks to the Tram vehicle
2 the importance of pre-drive checks prior to bringing a Tram vehicle into service
3 the types of Tram vehicle defects that may be found during pre-drive checks
4 the Tram vehicle information and documentation you need in line with your organisation's procedures
5 how to arrange the cab and its equipment for safe and efficient vehicle operation
6 the importance of ergonomic working
7 the correct operation of Tram vehicle systems and equipment
8 your organisation's procedures for reporting and recording defects and problems
Scope/range
Performance Scope
| 1 **Pre-drive checks** may include; outside walk around (pantograph, outward damage, lights, windows, vehicle display, mirrors), inside walk around (first aid box, flag, warning triangle, storage covers secure), brake test, radio check, door check. 2 **Information and** **documentation** may include; temporary speed restrictions, signing on information, route setting information, traffic notice. 5 **Vehicle systems and equipment** may include; information displays, CCTV, heating/cooling. |
Knowledge Scope
| 1 **Pre-drive checks** may include; outside walk around (pantograph, outward damage, lights, windows, vehicle display, mirrors), inside walk around (first aid box, flag, warning triangle, storage covers secure), brake test, radio check, door check. 5 **Arrange** may include; making sure the seat is at the correct height, the mirrors are in the correct position etc. |
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