Description
Ensure compliance with minimum safety standards for freight cars operated by railway companies subject to European legislation.
Alternative labels
follow railway safety standards
abide by railway safety standards
ensure compliance with minimum railway safety standards
perform railway safety standards compliance activities
ensure compliance with minimum safety standards for railway operations
conduct activities to meet requirements of railway safety standards
carry out railway safety standards compliance activities
abide by safety standards for railway operations
adhere to safety standards for railway operations
adhere to railway safety standards
comply with safety standards for railway operations
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Comply with railway safety standards is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Train preparer: Train preparers are responsible for checking and testing of equipment and systems on rail vehicles before vehicles are moved. They ensure that a train is in a fit condition to enter service, that the train equipment is correctly deployed and the formation of the train matches the train’s designated pathway. Depending on the individual work organisation of the operator they also perform technical inspections carried out prior to the train entering service.
Rail logistics coordinator: Rail logistics coordinator manage shipments by rail including or excluding other transport modes. They coordinate the timely allocation of transport means and equipment and ensure a timely delivery. They design and maintain efficient supply chains for clients and shippers.
Shunter: Shunters move shunting units with or without wagons or groups of wagons in order to build trains. They manage the driving of locomotives and are involved in switching wagons, making or splitting up trains in shunting yards or sidings. They operate according to the technical features, such as controlling movement via a remote control device.
Optional skill
Comply with railway safety standards is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
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