Certificate III in Track Protection

TLI32721

This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.

Overview

This is a general qualification for a person engaged in the rail infrastructure environment who performs tasks involving track protection in a variety of contexts.

It may involve application of some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures. It may also include responsibility for coordinating the work of others.

Job roles

Job roles and titles vary across different sectors. A possible job title relevant to this qualification includes:

  • track protection officer.

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

  • Financial help

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

    • VET Student Loans are not available
    • You may need to pay for equipment or materials.

  • On-the-job training

    • Apprenticeships and traineeships are not available for this course.

  • Entry requirements

    This course has entry requirements. See more information at the National Training Register

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Qualification only:
      1–2 years

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Classroom-based

Course content

This course is made up of units.

All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.

For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.

Unit Unit type
Apply quality systems Core
Apply safety critical communications in the rail environment Core
Conduct track protection assessment Core
Conduct workplace information briefings Core
Implement a track occupancy authority Core
Implement and monitor work health and safety procedures Core
Apply accident-emergency procedures Elective
Apply awareness of safeworking rules and regulations Elective
Apply customer service skills Elective
Apply safeworking rules and regulations to rail functions Elective
Apply site risk management system Elective
Clip and secure points Elective
Coordinate resources Elective
Implement a local possession authority Elective
Implement a track work authority and manage rail traffic through worksites Elective
Implement absolute signal blocking Elective
Implement fatigue management policies and procedures for rail infrastructure Elective
Lead a work team Elective
Operate road/rail vehicle Elective
Operate stand alone signalling/point control equipment Elective
Pilot rail traffic within work on track authority limits Elective
Place and remove permanent way stop boards Elective
Plan and coordinate protection for multiple worksites within limits of a work on track authority Elective
Use audible track warning devices Elective
Use infotechnology devices in the workplace Elective
Use mobile electronic track warning system Elective

Job prospects

The Certificate III in Track Protection sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Security Officer

    ANZSCO 442217

    Security Officers patrol and guard industrial and commercial property, railway yards, stations and other facilities.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate II or III

  • Railway Track Worker

    ANZSCO 821611

    Railway Track Workers lay and repair tracks for railways, tramways, quarries and mines, and install and repair signals and other equipment.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate II or III

Training providers delivering Certificate III in Track Protection

It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.

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How to enrol in this course

To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.

When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.

The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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