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ARTC TA20 Lookout and Handsignaller Course
Training Ahead is an approved training supplier of ARTC and offers the ARTC TA20 Lookout and Handsignaller Course.
This course is intended for people who are seeking a career in the rail industry performing Lookout and Handsignaller tasks in accordance with the ARTC Code of Practice for Victorian Main Line area.
This course is recognised on the following Victorian railway networks: ARTC
On completion of this course, it will make up the Rail Industry Workers Card Job Roles
- ARTC – Track Protection – Lookout (VIC)
- ARTC – Track Protection – Handsignaller (VIC)
| Duration: | 3 days + on job assessment. |
|---|---|
| Cost (pp): | $1000 (GST Free) |
| Location: | 8-10 Sloane Street, Maribyrnong VIC 3032 |
| Delivery Method: | Classroom based learning (face to face) |
| Assessment Type: | Knowledge assessment, practical observation assessment and in field logbook with workplace observation(s). |
| Outcome: |
Statement of Attainment:
Certificate of Achievement
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| TAA Admission Requirements: | Based on industry consultation and job role expectation as per the ARTC Safeworking Matrix, TAA has the following admission requirements: Student must provide:
TAA requires all students to be 18 years of age or older. |
| When does the course expire: | The units of competency do not expire however the Certificate of Achievement expire every 2 years. You can complete the recertification through Training Ahead Australia. |
| What to bring and wear: |
The practical will be completed in a simulated rail corridor and full PPE will be required. The following PPE is a mandatory requirement:
If PPE is not provided, it can be purchased from the Training Ahead office for $40 (This includes a hard hat, vest, and safety glasses). |
Additional Information
Pre-Requisites
No pre-requisites as per unit of competency.
Course Entry Requirements
No entry requirements as per unit of competency.
ID To Bring
You are required to bring photo ID, ideally the following two types
- Australian Drivers Licence
- Passport
Nationally Accredited Training
Yes, it is delivered by Aakira Pty Ltd trading as Training Ahead Australia
(RTO Code: 45462).
No Guarantee
Training Ahead does not provide any guarantee that:
- A student will successfully complete a training product on its scope of registration; or
- A student will obtain a particular employment outcome where this is outside the control of the RTO.
Work Placement
Students will be required to complete an infield logbook undertaking the role under guided supervision of a competent and qualified mentor as per the logbook requirements.
Training Ahead Australia is not responsible for facilitating work placements.
Unique Student Identifier (USI) Number
Unique Student Identifier From 1 January 2015, all students who undertake Nationally Recognised Training must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).
Your USI means all your training records and results will be in one place. See more at: http://usi.gov.au. To get a USI, go to: http://www.usi.gov.au/create-your-USI/Pages/default.aspx
Students will not be issued a Qualification Testamur or Statement of Attainment without a valid USI.
Language, Literacy and Numeracy
- Students are required to have the ability to read and write English
- The ASQF level of this training program has been assessed to be level 2.
- Students are required to have at least Year 10 level of numeracy, literacy and communication skills. Please advise if you have any language, literacy, or numeracy needs; or difficulties reading, writing, or speaking English.
All individuals entering into this training course are subject to an LLN assessment prior to enrolment. If the LLN assessment does not adequately assess the candidates LLN level or there is any ambiguity, the assessor will conduct a secondary interview to determine the candidates LLN level and take appropriate action, in accordance with TAA’s LLN procedures.
Where a candidate is determined to not meet the required LLN skills required they will not be enrolled in the training program.
Government Funded Training
This course is not eligible for Government Subsidies through Training Ahead Australia.
Employment Pathways
This course provides a pathway to work in the following rail industry job roles:
- ARTC Rail Safeworking
- ARTC TA20 Track Force Protection Co-ordinator Level 1
- ARTC TA20 Track Force Protection Co-ordinator Level 2
- ARTC TA20 Track Force Protection Co-ordinator Level 3
- ARTC TA20 Track Vehicle Operator
- ARTC TA20 Safeworking Level 1
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Upcoming courses
ARTC TA20 Lookout and Handsignaller Course
| Name | Course Start Date | Course End Date | Cost | |
| ARTC TA20 Lookout and Handsignaller Course | 15/09/2025 | 17/09/2025 | $0.00 | |
| ARTC TA20 Lookout and Handsignaller Course | 17/11/2025 | 19/11/2025 | $0.00 | |
| ARTC TA20 Lookout and Handsignaller Course | 02/03/2026 | 05/03/2026 | $0.00 | |
| ARTC TA20 Lookout and Handsignaller Course | 15/06/2026 | 17/06/2026 | $0.00 |