Monitor conditions affecting train movement

Description

Monitor conditions that may influence train movements, e.g. crew availability, weather conditions, equipment operability, speed or track limitations, etc. Undertake actions to ensure and optimise train performance and safety; anticipate emergencies and unexpected situations.

Alternative labels

perform train operating conditions monitoring
conduct train operations with an awareness of conditions that influence movement
monitor factors affecting train movement
monitor conditions affecting the movement of trains
ensure factors that affect train movement are accounted for in operations
monitor conditions influencing train movement
ensure conditions that affect train movement are accounted for in operations
monitor factors affecting the movement of trains
perform train operations with an awareness of conditions that affect movement
monitor conditions influencing the movement of trains

Skill type

skill/competence

Skill reusability level

occupation-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential skill

Monitor conditions affecting train movement is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Train dispatcher: Train dispatchers ensure the safe and efficient dispatch of the train services. The safety of customers is their main priority. When carrying out train dispatch duties, they check the traffic signals and communicate promptly with train drivers and conductors that it is safe for the train to pull away.

Optional skill

Monitor conditions affecting train movement 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.

 


 

References

  1. Monitor conditions affecting train movement – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022