EXTREME WEATHER PRECAUTIONS RT/CE/S/011

COURSE AIMS

This course is intended to provide a delegate with the underpinning knowledge and understanding of track behaviour in extreme weather conditions.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the end of this course the delegates will: -

• Be aware of the background and statistics relating to track buckles
• Have a clear understanding of track behaviour during extreme weather conditions
• Have a clear understanding of the symptoms and causes of track buckles
• Be aware of the precautions to be taken in Jointed Track, C. W. R. and S & C
• Be aware of the need for Stressing and the maintenance of Stressing records
• Have an understanding of the requirements of extreme weather briefings
• Have a clear understanding of the actions to be taken during extreme weather conditions
• Have a clear understanding of the requirements of properly structured track inspections and the need for correct track maintenance

COURSE DURATION

Two days.

PRE-REQUISITES

There are no particular educational or competence pre-requisites for the course. However, the following factors will benefit the delegate: -

• Sound understanding of the Permanent Way Track and its components
• Prior experience in working within the Permanent Way environment

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

This course requires the delegate to be on or near the running line, therefore, he/she MUST be in possession of: -

• Valid P. T. S. Certificate
• Protective Clothing – high visibility
• Safety Footwear

The protective equipment must comply with current safety standards.

CERTIFICATION

A Certificate of Attendance will be awarded to the delegate on completion of the course.

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