Maintain railway signal equipment

Test, operate, and maintain railway signalling equipment such as power switches and grade crossing warning devices.

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skill/competence

sector-specific

Maintain railway signal equipment is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Railway electronic technician: Railway electronic technicians are responsible for installing, inspecting, testing, and maintaining train control systems, radio, radar, electronic and electromagnetic components.
Rail traffic controller: Rail traffic controllers operate signals and points that help make sure trains run safely and on time. They operate from a signal box in order to control the order and movement of trains and ensure safety at all times. They are responsible for maintaining safety standards when trains are running normally and also in degraded or emergency operational situations.

Maintain railway signal equipment 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.

Level crossing signalperson: Level crossing signalpersons operate equipment in the safeguarding of level crossings, according to safety regulations. They supervise the traffic situation arround the level crossing, and communicate with traffic controllers, drivers, and other signalpeople when necessary. 

References

1. Maintain railway signal equipment – ESCO