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§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

level crossing signalperson

Level crossing signalpersons operate equipment in the safeguarding of level crossings, according to safety regulations.

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Description

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.

Theoretical Knowledge
ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required
level crossing regulationsrailway framework legislationsignal box partssignal boxes
Practical Skills
ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
plan railway incident mitigation measurestest railway signalling equipmentcompile railway signalling reportsoperate train signalling equipmentcooperate with colleaguesoperate railway control panelsstay alertensure compliance with railway regulationfollow strict level crossing operating proceduresoperate railway warning systemsoperate LED-based panel signal boxesfollow signalling instructionscommunicate verbal instructionsexecute working instructionsapply signalling control proceduresread railway circuit plansoperate barriers at level crossingsoperate railway lever framesenforce railway safety regulationsoperate railway switches
OPTIONALOptional competences
carry out railway accident investigationsliaise with railway stakeholders for accident investigationsauthorise occupancy of rail tracksmaintain railway signal equipment

GLOBAL RESOURCE

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SKILLS OVERVIEW

28 total
24 essential · 4 optional

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)

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