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Safely Access the Rail Corridor
Online
Provides participants with the knowledge, training and skills to effectively work safely in and around the rail corridor. Previously known as the Rail Industry Safety Induction (RISI).

If eligible, NSW employers may be able to part-fund or fully-fund the cost of this course for their staff through the Smart and Skilled initiative
Course Details
Certification
Students who are deemed competent will receive a Statement of Attainment recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This certification is nationally recognised. The Statement is issued by Pinnacle Safety and Training (RTO 40496).
National unit of competency
- TLIF0020 - Safely access the rail corridor
Course Duration
Online e-Learning course: Estimated 2 hours
Price
Online e-Learning course. $219.00 pp.
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Course Overview
This nationally recognised course equips participants with the essential skills and knowledge to work safely within a rail corridor. The course covers critical safety precautions for accessing rail corridors, identifying hazards, and distinguishing between safe zones and danger zones. Participants will also learn how to respond effectively to changing local conditions and various emergency situations, ensuring they can operate safely and competently in this high-risk environment.
How does this course relate to the RIW Card?
The Rail Industry Worker (RIW) Card is issued to rail workers who hold a nominated list of competencies, which vary based on the rail network operator. This course (Safely Access the Rail Corridor) is a mandatory requirement for workers wishing to obtain a RIW Card for several rail network providers. We always recommend that when planning your proposed training, you speak to your proposed employer about their current training requirements.
We have outlined the requirements for RIW based on the rail network below:

If you do not hold a White Card - Construction Induction, you can do this with Pinnacle - click here.
Course Outline
This course covered the following topics:
- Legislation relevant to the rail industry, including the Rail Safety National Law
- The purpose and use of a safety management system
- Roles and responsibilities within the rail industry
- What defines the rail corridor
- Identifying safe zones and danger zones
- Track configurations
- Types of functions of rail vehicles
- Identifying components and structures within and around the rail corridor
- Understanding to meaning of signs and signals
- Common hazards and risks
- Control measures used in the rail corridor
- Electrical safety principles and practices
- Processing for gaining access to the rail corridor
- Communication and safe work practices
- Recognising and responding to unsafe situations and emergencies
Course Inclusions
- Our online course was built from the ground up by industry experts. It is designed to be easy to use, easy to understand and interactive.
Each Trainee Must Provide
Participants must:
- Have at least a Year 10 level of numeracy, literacy and communication skills
- Have the ability to read, hear and write English
- Have a sound level of computer skills to navigate through the e-Learning course
- Use a device that meets the minimum System Requirements of Pinnacle’s e-Learning system (we officially support and recommend modern desktop or laptop computers running Google Chrome web browser). Other personal devices (e.g. phones and tablets) may be compatible, but due to the variety available, we do not officially support these devices.
- Have a stable internet connection.
- Use a device that can play sound.
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- Confined Space Awareness
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- Chief Warden Training
- Fire Warden and Chief Warden (combo)
- Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
- Diploma of Work Health and Safety
- Asbestos Awareness
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- Provide First Aid Training
- Manual Handling Training
- Silica Awareness
- Risk Control Training
- Hazardous Areas Awareness
- Stormseal Installation Instruction Course
- Chain of Responsibility
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- Risk Facilitator - G2
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- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122)
- Working at Heights Awareness
- Electrical Safety Training
- Schedule 26 Statutory Supervisor Training
- Certificate IV in Leadership and Management
- Privacy Principles
- Assessor Skill Set (TAESS00019)
- VET Delivered to School Students Teacher Enhancement Skill Set (TAESS00024)
Regarding the online SARC program: “I think it is pretty good the way it is - easy to follow and navigate.”
Daryl S. - North Lakes, QLD
Public Course Participant
I found the course was clear and easy to follow.
Natalie B. - Melbourne, VIC
Metro Utility Traffic ServicesStudent Links
I come from a strong rail background and needed to undergo this course for the first time for employment purposes. Overall the course was well presented and structured. I would recommend to others wanting to do the course.