❓ Hon Steve Martin questions the Transport portfolio regarding C-series train driver training, specifically addressing concerns raised in a Rail, Tram and Bus Union report about drivers feeling pressured to sign off on training. The response confirms testing, competency requirements, and clarifies the 'signing off' process.
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I refer to the Rail, Tram and Bus Union survey report of C-series train drivers, page 43, in which Driver 74 states, "I felt pressured into signing my training off", and I ask: (a) during initial training for the C-series trains, were drivers expected to undergo and pass a test to demonstrate the training was effective; (b) if yes to (a), what was the test and what was the criteria for success; (c) if yes to (a), was there a percentage pass/fail mark required, and if so, what was it; and (d) what is the driver referring to in relation to "signing off" training? Is this a self assessment process?
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Answered
13 August 2025
Responded by
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Transport
Response time
4 days
(a) Yes.
(b) Theory and assessment consistent with PTA’s Railcar Vocational Educational Training (VET) requirements.
(c) 100 per cent.
(d) This comment appears to be a reference to the need for drivers to attain route knowledge with respect to new or modified parts of the urban rail network and not specifically in relation to C series training. However, the PTA must ensure Drivers are competent in operating C series railcars in passenger service. Should Drivers not feel comfortable with this requirement then additional training is arranged.
(b) Theory and assessment consistent with PTA’s Railcar Vocational Educational Training (VET) requirements.
(c) 100 per cent.
(d) This comment appears to be a reference to the need for drivers to attain route knowledge with respect to new or modified parts of the urban rail network and not specifically in relation to C series training. However, the PTA must ensure Drivers are competent in operating C series railcars in passenger service. Should Drivers not feel comfortable with this requirement then additional training is arranged.
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