Course Aims
This course is intended to provide a delegate with the underpinning knowledge and practical skills necessary to undertake the inspection and general maintenance of sidings.
Learning Objectives
At the end of this course the delegates will: -
Be aware of the legislation and safety requirements when carrying out their duties
Have a clear understanding of track construction including components of both plain line and switch & crossings
Be able to carry out maintenance requirements
Be able to carry out maintenance to the track work using both hand books and mechanised plant
Have a clear understanding of the need for planning and preparation of work
Have an understanding of the company procedure for reporting defects and the need to complete relevant documentation in a clear and concise manner
Course Duration
Two days training plus one day assessment.
Pre-Requisites
There are no practical educational or competency pre-requisites for the course. However, a basic understanding of the track and use of hand tools could be beneficial.
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
Certification
A competence Assessment of underpinning knowledge and performance can be completed if required by the client.
