Safely Access the Rail Corridor

You can book the stand alone Safely Access the Rail Corridor or combine it in a package to get the whole Rail Industry Worker Card.

• This course provides skills and knowledge required for those seeking work in the rail corridor and is course is suitable for individuals who have no rail experience or those looking to work on the ARTC Network.
• This course is also known as the SARC or TLIF0020 Safely Access the Rail Corridor.

Do you need your Rail Industry Worker Card as well?

• TAA can assist you set up your Rail Industry Worker Card

Please click the link to our calendar see a full list of dates

Please note, this is not the RISI course:

This course will allow you to work on the ARTC network in New South Wales, this will not provide you with the RISI certificate, required by the TFNSW.

Gain the required skills and knowledge to start a career in the rail corridor. This course is also known as Metro TTSA and is suitable for individuals with no rail experience.

Suitable for individuals requiring recertification or those with no rail experience, this course provides the skills and knowledge required for a career in the rail corridor. The course is also known as V/Line Track Awareness.

This recertification is for individuals required to renew their V/Line TFPC 3.2 RIWC job role.

This recertification is for individuals required to renew their V/Line Handsignaller RIWC job role.

This course provides training in V/Line TFPC 3.2 tasks and is suitable for those seeking roles on the V/Line Victorian network.

This course provides training in Handsignaller tasks and is suitable for those seeking roles on the V/Line managed Victorian Rail Network.

This recertification is for individuals required to renew their TA20 ARTC Handsignaller RIWC job role.

This recertification is for individuals required to renew their TA20ARTC Track Force Protection Coordinator Level 1 RIWC job role.

This recertification is for individuals required to renew their TA20ARTC Track Force Protection Coordinator Level 2 RIWC job role.

This recertification is for individuals required to renew their TA20ARTC Track Force Protection Coordinator Level 3 RIWC job role.

Establish your rail career with this course, certifying competency in Track Force Protection Coordinator Level 1 tasks. The course is recognised on the ARTC managed Victorian Rail Network.

This course certifies competency in performing Track Force Protection Coordinator Level 2 tasks and is recognised on the ARTC managed Victorian Rail Network.

Recognised on the ARTC managed Victorian Rail Network, this course is suitable for individuals seeking a career in rail performing Track Force Protection Coordinator Level 3 tasks.

This course provides training in Lookout and Handsignaller tasks, suitable for those seeking roles in on the ARTC managed Victorian Rail Network.

Gain the required knowledge and skills to identify track specifications and standards in compliance with the National Track and Civil Matrix Requirements. This course also certifies competency in maintenance standards and the appropriate train operating restriction required.

Gain the required knowledge and skills to identify track specifications and standards in compliance with the National Track and Civil Matrix Requirements. This course also certifies competency in maintenance standards and the appropriate train operating restriction required.

Gain the required knowledge and skills to identify track specifications and standards in compliance with the National Track and Civil Matrix Requirements. This course also certifies competency in maintenance standards and the appropriate train operating restriction required.

Gain the required knowledge and skills to identify track specifications and standards in compliance with the National Track and Civil Matrix Requirements. This course also certifies competency in maintenance standards and the appropriate train operating restriction required.

This course is a requirement for individuals operating a Road/Rail Vehicle or Track Machine within a ‘restricted’ environment.

Recognised on the V/Line railway network, this course is a requirement for individuals operating a Road/Rail Vehicle or Track Machine within a ‘restricted’ environment.

This course is also referred to as a Cert II in Rail Infrastructure Core Units, and provides the foundational competencies required for rail labouring and plant roles on major Australian railway networks.

This course is also referred to as a Cert II in Rail Infrastructure Core Units, and provides the foundational competencies required for rail labouring and plant roles on major Australian railway networks.

This course is also referred to as a Cert II in Rail Infrastructure Core Units, and provides the foundational competencies required for rail labouring and plant roles on major Australian railway networks.

This course is also referred to as a Cert II in Rail Infrastructure Core Units, and provides the foundational competencies required for rail labouring and plant roles on major Australian railway networks.

This course is also referred to as a Cert II in Rail Infrastructure Core Units, and provides the foundational competencies required for rail labouring and plant roles on major Australian railway networks.

This course is also referred to as a Cert II in Rail Infrastructure Core Units, and provides the foundational competencies required for rail labouring and plant roles on major Australian railway networks.

This course is suitable for individuals furthering their career, providing key learnings on the fundamentals of the rail industry.

Gain the required knowledge and skills to identify track specifications and standards in compliance with the National Track and Civil Matrix Requirements. This course also certifies competency in maintenance standards and the appropriate train operating restriction required.

Gain the required knowledge and skills to identify track specifications and standards in compliance with the National Track and Civil Matrix Requirements. This course also certifies competency in maintenance standards and the appropriate train operating restriction required.

Gain the required knowledge and skills to identify track specifications and standards in compliance with the National Track and Civil Matrix Requirements. This course also certifies competency in maintenance standards and the appropriate train operating restriction required.

Gain the required knowledge and skills to identify track specifications and standards in compliance with the National Track and Civil Matrix Requirements. This course also certifies competency in maintenance standards and the appropriate train operating restriction required.

Gain the required knowledge and skills to identify track specifications and standards in compliance with the National Track and Civil Matrix Requirements. This course also certifies competency in maintenance standards and the appropriate train operating restriction required.

What is a Track Certifier and Examiner

The combined Track Certifier/Examiner course meets the National Track and Civil Matrix V9 Requirements.

The Track Construction Certifier will be be able to identify and measure both scope of work and quality of track construction work.

The role requires the knowledge and skill to identify the relevant construction specification and determine whether the track meets that specification and standard.

It includes knowledge of the Inspection and Test Plan processes and to understand when hold points and witness points are required.

Click this link to view the ARA Rail Training Matrix.

In addition the certifier needs to know the maintenance standards for the track so that any outstanding work can be defined with the appropriate train operating restriction until all remedial work is completed

During the course the participants will learn how to:

• Perform detailed track inspection
• Visually Inspect track
• Analyse examination results
• Assess and prioritise defects to industry standards
• Undertake repairs to track geometry
• Certify repairs to track geometry
• Report findings
• Complete documentation

What makes up the Track Certifier – National Role 

As per the National Track Matrix, the following units create the Track Certifier – National Role

• CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
• TLIF0020 Safely access the rail corridor (or equivalent) (RIW)
• TLIB0012 Maintain and use hand tools (or equivalent)
• TLID0020 Shift materials safely using manual handling methods (or equivalent)
• TLIW0007 Operate under track protection rules (or equivalent)
• TLIE1003 Participate in basic workplace communications
• TLIF0025 Follow work health and safety procedures (or equivalent)
• TLIF2010 Apply fatigue management strategies
• TLIU2008 Apply environmental procedures to rail infrastructure
• TLIB2085 Apply track fundamentals
• TLIB2092 Operate minor mechanical equipment
• TLIB2121 Maintain rail joints
• TLIS2030 Carry out track ballasting
• TLIS2031 install railway sleepers
• TLIS2044 Carry out rail installation
• TLIS2034 Install and repair rail fastening systems
• TLIB3094 – Check & repair track geometry
• TLIB3099 – Examine track infrastructure
• TLIB3100 – Visually inspect track infrastructure

Other courses you might also be interested in:

• Rail Welding and Recertification

Gain the required knowledge and skills to identify track specifications and standards in compliance with the National Track and Civil Matrix Requirements. This course also certifies competency in maintenance standards and the appropriate train operating restriction required.

This recertification is recognised on the V/Line railway network but is not recognised on the Metro Network. It is a requirement for individuals operating a Road/Rail Vehicle or Track Machine within a ‘restricted’ environment.

This course is suitable for individuals seeking a rail welder role, providing training on industry specific practices in compliance with the National Track and Civil Matrix Requirements.

This course is suitable for individuals seeking a rail welder role, providing training on industry specific practices in compliance with the National Track and Civil Matrix Requirements.

This course is suitable for individuals seeking a rail welder role, providing training on industry specific practices in compliance with the National Track and Civil Matrix Requirements.

This course is suitable for individuals seeking a rail welder role, providing training on industry specific practices in compliance with the National Track and Civil Matrix Requirements.

This course is suitable for individuals seeking a rail welder role, providing training on industry specific practices in compliance with the National Track and Civil Matrix Requirements.

This course is suitable for individuals seeking a rail welder role, providing training on industry specific practices in compliance with the National Track and Civil Matrix Requirements.

HSR Refresher OHS Training Course – Work-related violence – Victoria

The primary role of an HSR is to represent their co-workers’ occupational health and safety issues, concerns and interests.

Under the OHS Act 2004 (section 67), all elected HSRs and deputy HSRs, after completing an initial course of training, have an entitlement for each year they hold office to attend a WorkSafe-approved HSR refresher OHS training course. An employer, if requested, must allow the HSR/Deputy HSR to attend on paid time, pay the cost of the course and any other associated costs. Section 67 also allows HSRs to choose the course, in consultation with their employer.

Course Outline

This course encompasses the following crucial aspects:

• This WorkSafe-approved Refresher training course will help HSRs’ and Deputy HSRs’ understanding of how they can effectively use their powers when participating in the identification, prevention and control of the risks associated with work-related violence.

Course Refresher Types

• Refresher OH&S Plant
• Refresher Work-Related Stress
• Refresher Work-Related Violence

Here’s other courses you might also be interested in:

• Metro Train Track Safety Awareness
• V/Line Handsignaller
• National Rail Labourers Course

Click this link to view the ARA Rail Training Matrix.

HSR Refresher OHS Training Course – Work-related stress – Victoria

The primary role of an HSR is to represent their co-workers’ occupational health and safety issues, concerns and interests.

Under the OHS Act 2004 (section 67), all elected HSRs and deputy HSRs, after completing an initial course of training, have an entitlement for each year they hold office to attend a WorkSafe-approved HSR refresher OHS training course. An employer, if requested, must allow the HSR/Deputy HSR to attend on paid time, pay the cost of the course and any other associated costs. Section 67 also allows HSRs to choose the course, in consultation with their employer.

Course Outline

This course encompasses the following crucial aspects:

• This WorkSafe-approved HSR refresher OHS training course aims to provide HSRs with the skills and knowledge needed to raise and resolve on behalf of their designated work group members, health and safety issues arising from exposure to psychosocial hazards that may contribute to work-related stress.

Course Refresher Types

• Refresher OH&S Plant
• Refresher Work-Related Stress
• Refresher Work-Related Violence

Here’s other courses you might also be interested in:

• Metro Train Track Safety Awareness
• V/Line Handsignaller
• National Rail Labourers Course

Click this link to view the ARA Rail Training Matrix.

HSR Initial OHS Training Course – Victoria

The primary role of an HSR is to represent their co-workers’ occupational health and safety issues, concerns and interests.

Under section 67 of the Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Act (the OHS Act) 2004 an employer, if requested, must allow an elected HSR and elected deputy HSR to attend a WorkSafe-approved HSR Initial OHS Training Course on paid time, pay the cost of the course and any other associated costs. Section 67 also allows HSRs to choose the course in consultation with their employer.

Course Outline

The learning outcomes in Victoria are:

• Interpreting the occupational health and safety legislative framework and its relationship to the HSR
• Identifying key parties and their legislative obligations and duties
• Establishing representation in the workplace
• Participating in consultation and issue resolution
• Represent designated work group members in any OHS risk management process undertaken by the appropriate duty holders.
• Issuing a Provisional Improvement Notice (PIN) and directing the cessation of work.

Here’s other courses you might also be interested in:

• Metro Train Track Safety Awareness
• V/Line Handsignaller
• National Rail Labourers Course

Click this link to view the ARA Rail Training Matrix.

HSR Refresher OHS Training Course – Plant – Victoria

The primary role of an HSR is to represent their co-workers’ occupational health and safety issues, concerns and interests.

Under the OHS Act 2004 (section 67), all elected HSRs and deputy HSRs, after completing an initial course of training, have an entitlement for each year they hold office to attend a WorkSafe-approved HSR refresher OHS training course. An employer, if requested, must allow the HSR/Deputy HSR to attend on paid time, pay the cost of the course and any other associated costs. Section 67 also allows HSRs to choose the course, in consultation with their employer.

Course Outline

This course encompasses the following crucial aspects:

• This WorkSafe-approved training course will assist the understanding of HSRs and Deputy HSRs in how they can effectively use their powers when participating in the identification, prevention and control of the risks associated with Plant (Machinery and Equipment).

Course Refresher Types

• Refresher OH&S Plant
• Refresher Work-Related Stress
• Refresher Work-Related Violence

Here’s other courses you might also be interested in:

• Metro Train Track Safety Awareness
• V/Line Handsignaller
• National Rail Labourers Course

Click this link to view the ARA Rail Training Matrix.

Health and Safety Representative Refresher Training Course Overview

The primary responsibility of the Health and Safety Representative (HSR) is to collaborate with colleagues in identifying health and safety concerns and communicate these issues to management. HSRs are elected by their peers to articulate the collective viewpoints of the staff.

This program refreshes participants with the essential knowledge and skills needed to effectively perform their role as a Health and Safety Representative (HSR) in New South Wales. Training Ahead Australia, an approved provider by SafeWork NSW, delivers this course in compliance with the Work Health and Safety Act of 2011.

In New South Wales, HSRs have the option to attend a 1-day refresher training course, approved by SafeWork NSW. HSRs are entitled to attend the one-day refresher courses every twelve months, starting one year after the completion of the initial five-day course, in accordance with the Work Health and Safety legislation.

Course Outline

This course comprehensively covers the following key areas:

• Overview of the legislative framework for Workplace Health and Safety (WHS)
• Responsibilities of various stakeholders
• Essential WHS terminology
• The functions of SafeWork NSW and repercussions for non-compliance
• Requirements and mechanisms for workplace consultation on work health and safety matters
• The role, rights, and protections afforded to Health and Safety Representatives (HSRs) and Health and Safety Committees (HSCs)
• Resolving workplace health and safety concerns through negotiation and conflict resolution
• Identification of hazards and strategies for their elimination or reduction
• Incident notification and investigation procedures
• The process of issuing Provisional Improvement Notices (PINs) and instructing the cessation of unsafe work.

Here’s other courses you might also be interested in:

• Rail Welding and Recertification
• Track Certifier and Examiner
• Track Worker Course (National Rail Labourers Course)

Click this link to view the ARA Rail Training Matrix.

Health and Safety Representative Initial Training Course Overview

The primary responsibility of the Health and Safety Representative (HSR) is to collaborate with colleagues in identifying health and safety concerns and communicate these issues to management. HSRs are elected by their peers to articulate the collective viewpoints of the staff.

This program equips participants with the essential knowledge and skills needed to effectively perform their role as a Health and Safety Representative (HSR) in New South Wales. Training Ahead Australia, an approved provider by SafeWork NSW, delivers this course in compliance with the Work Health and Safety Act of 2011.

In New South Wales, HSRs have the right to attend a five-day training course, approved by SafeWork NSW, within three months of requesting such training from their PCBU (Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking). Employers are obligated to grant HSRs the necessary time off work to attend this training. Additionally, HSRs are entitled to attend one-day refresher courses every twelve months, starting one year after the completion of the initial five-day course, in accordance with the Work Health and Safety legislation.

Course Outline

This course comprehensively covers the following key areas:

• Overview of the legislative framework for Workplace Health and Safety (WHS)
• Responsibilities of various stakeholders
• Essential WHS terminology
• The functions of SafeWork NSW and repercussions for non-compliance
• Requirements and mechanisms for workplace consultation on work health and safety matters
• The role, rights, and protections afforded to Health and Safety Representatives (HSRs) and Health and Safety Committees (HSCs)
• Resolving workplace health and safety concerns through negotiation and conflict resolution
• Identification of hazards and strategies for their elimination or reduction
• Incident notification and investigation procedures
• The process of issuing Provisional Improvement Notices (PINs) and instructing the cessation of unsafe work.

Here’s other courses you might also be interested in:

• Rail Welding and Recertification
• Track Certifier and Examiner
• Track Worker Course (National Rail Labourers Course)

Click this link to view the ARA Rail Training Matrix.