Course Aims
This course is intended to provide the delegate with the relevant skills and underpinning knowledge to install, inspect and maintain Longitudinal timbers to the required Network Rail Company Standards.
Learning Objectives
At the end of this course the delegate will:-
Have a clear understanding of the construction types and components of longitudinal timbers
Have an understanding of the design requirements including objectives, track criteria and structural design
Be aware of the methods of installation of longitudinal timbers including workmanship and assembly
Be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of longitudinal timbers inspection and recording procedures, including track geometry
Have an understanding of the processes for maintenance and removal of longitudinal timbers, including maintenance of the track
Course Duration
Two days training and one day assessment.
Pre-Requisites
There are no particular educational or competence pre-requisites for the course. However, the following factors will benefit the delegate: -
Have a sound understanding of the track and its components
Personal Protective Equipment
This course requires the delegate to be on or near the running line and therefore, he/she MUST be in possession of:-
Valid P. T. S. Card
Protective “all orange” High Visibility Clothing to BS EN 471:2003
Safety Footwear to BS EN ISO 20345:2004
Safety Helmet (white/blue) to BS EN 397:1995
General Purpose Gloves to BS EN388:2121
Safety Glasses to BS EN 166 and of Optical Class 1 with Impact Resistance F
Certification
A Certificate of Competency will be awarded to the delegate on successful completion of both an underpinning knowledge and practical on-site assessment.
