SURVEYING BY THE “HALLADE” METHOD

COURSE AIMS

This course is intended to provide a delegate with an in depth understanding of the setting-out of Track Alignment Schemes employing the “Hallade” Method.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the end of this course the delegates will: -

• Be able to demonstrate an understanding of the Basic Principles of the “Hallade” Method
• Have a clear understanding in the Principles of Surveying by the “Hallade” Method
• Have an understanding of the Quarter Chording Transitions
• Be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the need to make site adjustments
• Understand the procedures for setting out Alignment Schemes and the adjustments required.

COURSE DURATION

Five days.

PRE-REQUISITES

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

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

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

A Certificate of Competence will be awarded to the delegate on successful completion of both an underpinning knowledge and practical on-site assessment.

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