Track Protection Officer (TPO) Learning Journey
Step 1 - Complete the TPO Pre-Assessment before becoming a new Track Protection Officer for Sydney Trains Network.
Step 2 – Obtain the courses of Track Protection Officer training program (explained below)
Step 3 – Maintain ongoing competency by completing the Track Protection Officer Recertification
Track Protection Officer Levels
Track Protection Officer Level 1 to Level 4 Programs are designed for learners who are predominantly full-time employees of Sydney Trains, as well as rail industry personnel seeking to become Track Protection Officers on the Sydney Trains Network. This program covers the required training and assessment to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to correctly protect worksites and ensure the safety of workers.
The table below outlines the process of becoming a Track Protection Officer. Each level includes face-to-face training, on-the-job learning, and a final practical observation assessment.
Further details about each program can be found in the corresponding Course Brochure linked in the table.
| TPO Level | Face-to-face workshop and assessmentTPO1 | On the job learning and assessment | Practical Observation Assessment | Course Brochure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TPO1 | Week 1 (5 Days) | Week 2 - 24 | Week 24/25 | TP001 Track Protection Officer Program Level 1 course brochure |
| TPO2 | Week 1 (3 Days) | Week 2 - 24 | Week 24/25 | TP002 Track Protection Officer Program Level 2 |
| TPO3 | Week 1 (3 Days) | Week 2 - 24 | Week 24/25 | TP003 Track Protection Officer Program Level 3 |
| TPO4 | Week 1 (3 Days) | Week 2 - 24 | Week 24/25 | TP004 Track Protection Officer |
Entry requirements
Before you enrol in this course you must meet the following:
- SARC TLIF2080 Safely access the rail corridor or TLIF0020 Safely access the rail corridor
- Current Category 1 Medical Assessment
- Meet the ACSF Level 3 LLN requirements for the course
- Safety Critical Communication SSC01
Unit of Competency
Upon completing each TPO level, you will obtain the following unit of competency accordingly.
| TLIF0008 | Apply safety critical communications in the rail environment |
| TLF2097 | Use audible track warning devices |
| TLIF2081 | Perform lookout duties |
| TLIF0023 | Conduct track protection assessment |
| TLIL3082 | Implement absolute signal blocking |
| TLIW2001 | Clip and secure pointsOperate under track protection rules |
| TLIW2037 | Clip and secure points |
| TLIL0010 | Implement a track occupancy authority |
| TLIC0025 | Pilot rail traffic within work on track authority limits |
| TLIL4069 | Plan and coordinate protection for multiple worksites within limits of a work on track authority |
| TLIL3083 | Implement a track work authority and manage rail traffic through worksites |
| TLIL3084 | Implement a local possession authority |