ARTC NSW Protection Officer Level 1

ARTC NSW
Protection Officer Level 1

Course Duration

4 Days

Course Fees

Delivery Mode

Face To Face Learning

Be the First Line of Rail Safety

Course Heading Section (Website)

The ARTC NSW Protection Officer Level 1 course equips participants with the skills and knowledge to implement and manage low-complexity protection plans within the ARTC NSW network. This includes safely planning and coordinating worksite protection methods, applying safeworking rules, and ensuring the safety of personnel and rail operations. This nationally recognised course supports compliance with the ARTC Network Rules and Procedures specific to NSW.

Units of Competency

TLIF0027

Perform lookout duties

TLIF0023

Conduct track protection assessment

TLIL3082

Implement Absolute Signal Blocking

TLIW0007

Operate Under Track Protection Rules

TLIW2037

Clip and Secure Points

TLIF2097

Use Audible Track Warning Devices

Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements Section (Website)

In alignment with industry consultation and the job role expectations, the following is needed for course admission:

A valid Category 1 Rail Medical assessment
TLIF0020 Safely Access the Rail Corridor
CPCWHS1001 Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry

Where This Course Can Take You

Completing the ARTC NSW Protection Officer Level 1 course can support further development and career progression within the rail industry.

Where this course can take you Section (Website)
Pathway to TLI21921 Certificate II in Track Protection
Opportunity to progress to ARTC NSW Protection Officer Level 2

Delivery Mode

Delivery Mode Section (Website)

This course is delivered through four days of classroom-based learning and includes knowledge assessments, an in-field logbook, and practical observations to evaluate both theoretical understanding and hands-on competence.

How This Course Can Benefit You

How can this course benefit you Section (Website)
Advance Your Rail Career: Gain the qualifications required to work as a Protection Officer Level 1 within the ARTC NSW network - a critical step for progressing in safeworking roles.
Build In-Demand Skills: Develop practical knowledge to plan and manage low-complexity worksite protection, keeping rail workers and operations safe.
Boost Your Confidence On-Track: Learn to communicate effectively with Network Control, apply safeworking rules, and respond to hazards with confidence and clarity.

Assessment Information

Assessment Information Section (Website)

Knowledge assessments: Written tests to evaluate participants' understanding of the course material.
In-field logbook: Participants complete tasks under the supervision of a qualified mentor, documenting their experiences and competencies in a logbook.
Practical observation assessments: Hands-on activities where participants demonstrate their skills in a controlled environment.

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Name	Date	Time	Location	Spaces	Cost
ARTC NSW Protection Officer Level 1	6 – 9 July 2026	08:30 am – 04:30 pm	BERESFIELD	8	$1,000.00	Enrol Now	Add To Cart
ARTC NSW Protection Officer Level 1	20 – 23 July 2026	08:00 am – 04:00 pm	JUNEE	4	$1,000.00	Enrol Now	Add To Cart

ARTC NSW Protection Officer Level 1