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A.O.D. HANDSIGNALLING DUTIES COURSE AIMS This course is intended to provide a delegate with the understanding required to successfully interpret the relevant parts of the Rule Book GE/RT 8000 Module T8 and all relevant Local Instructions when required to carry out handsignalling duties.
At the end of this course the delegates will: -
• Be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of all relevant safety procedures when on or near the line. • Be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the equipment used by a handsignaller. • Be able to understand and demonstrate the placing of detonator protection when carrying out their duties. • Be able to demonstrate an understanding of where the handsignaller is positioned and who to receive instructions from. • Be able to demonstrate the use of the phonetic alphabet. • Be able to demonstrate an understanding of signal identification and the use of an SPRS when required • Be able to demonstrate an understanding when engineering work takes place under a possession. • Be able to understand the protection arrangements in connection with AC or DC when the current is switched off. • Be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the role of the handsignaller in connection with a defective or disconnected signal. • Be able to demonstrate an understanding in connection within temporary block working. • Be able to demonstrate an understanding when positioned with regard to Single Line Working.
Two Days, including the assessment process (Recertification – one day) PRE-REQUISITES Delegates must be in possession of a valid D&A certificate and a valid Sentinel card endorsed for IWA/COSS. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT This course requires the delegate to be on or near
the line, therefore, he/she MUST be in possession of: -
Network Rail Sentinel Track Safety card, (endorsed with AOD H/S competence) valid for 2 years, will be awarded to each successful candidate. |
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