TRACK INSPECTION COURSE (PATROLLER)
RT/CE/S/103

COURSE AIMS

This course is intended to provide delegates with a full understanding of the duties of a Patroller and the method of carrying out these duties in a safe and efficient manner.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the end of this course the delegates will: -

• Understand fully the duties of the Patroller
• Understand the Inspection System and the Patroller’s role within that system
• Be fully aware of the equipment carried and its purpose
• Understand fully the safety requirements including Electrified Lines
• Understand the Fault Recording Procedure and Reporting Lines
• Be able to clearly state the features to be observed in Plain Line, S&C and Off Track (including Level Crossings)
• Understand the requirement for the Superficial Examination of Structures
• Be able to identify common maintenance problems
• Understand how to classify and allocate priorities
• Fully understand the need for minor maintenance and running repairs
• Identify actual and potential emergency situations and take the necessary action
• Be aware of the interface between S&C and track signalling.

COURSE DURATION

Eight days, consisting of two modules of four days, Monday - Thursday.

PRE-REQUISITES

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

• Prior supervisory or technical experience in working on the renewal of the Permanent Way.
• Good numeric skills.

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. Certification
• Protective High Visibility Clothing
• Safety Footwear

The protective equipment must comply with current safety standards.

CERTIFICATION

The delegate will be required to complete an examination to demonstrate his/her underpinning knowledge of the requirements of track renewals.