ISCO Occupation Group 8311.1 Train Driver
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Train Driver: Train drivers operate trains providing passenger or cargo transport services. They are responsible for driving the locomotive in safe manner, respecting all relevant safety, operational and communication regulations, and have full responsibility for the safety of passengers and cargo. The task involves cooperation and communication with the relevant staff under the infrastructure manager, as well as with staff on board the train.
Essential Skills
- Teach Train Driving Principles
- Check Train Engines
- Adjust Weight Of Cargo To Capacity Of Freight Transport Vehicles
- Follow Signalling Instructions
- Have A High Level Of Safety Awareness
- Prepare Freight Shipment Reports
- Track Geometry
- Monitor Train Schedules
- Locomotive Brake Applications
- Maintain Concentration For Long Periods
- Ensure Safe Arrival Of Trains
- Mark Differences In Colours
- Stay Alert
- Ensure Trains Run To Schedule
- Shunt Inbound Loads
- Communicate With Customers
- Physical Characteristics Of Railways
- Control Train Movement
- Ensure Maintenance Of Trains
- Shunt Outbound Loads
- Shunt Rolling Stock In Marshalling Yards
- Passenger Transport Regulations
- Train Operating Procedures
- Tolerate Sitting For Long Periods
- Handle Stressful Situations
- Focus On Passengers
Optional Skills
- Perform Services In A Flexible Manner
- Work In A Rail Transport Team
- React Calmly In Stressful Situations
- Act Reliably
- Perform Ict Troubleshooting
- Analyse Reports Provided By Passengers
- Listen Actively
- Observe Freight Shipment Loaders
- Mechanics Of Trains
- Maintain Updated Professional Knowledge
- Customs Regulations For Passengers
- Relay Messages Through Radio And Telephone Systems
- Have Computer Literacy
- Freight Transport Methods
- Show Confidence
Alternative Names
- Passenger Train Driver
- Locomotive Engineer
- Driver Of Trains
- Train Operator
- Metro Driver
- Engine Driver
- Passenger Engine Driver
