Permanent Way Appreciation for Managers

This course is intended to provide delegates with the underpinning knowledge of the permanent way.

At the end of this course the delegates will: -

Have an understanding of track construction, including:-
- Earthworks, Drainage and Formation
- Track Components
- Plain Line, Jointed & CWR

Be aware of the basic design considerations

Be aware of the need for structure gauging and the maintenance of clearances

Have an understanding of the basic maintenance and renewal techniques of Plain Line and Switch and Crossings

Have an understanding of Technical Audit requirements

Four days, consisting of 2 two day modules.

There are no particular educational pre-requisites for the course.

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. Card

Protective “all orange” High Visibility Clothing to BS EN 471:2003

Safety Footwear to BE EN ISO 20345:2004

Safety Helmet (white/blue) to BS EN 397:1995

General Purpose Gloves to BS EN388:2121

A Certificate of Training will be awarded to the delegate.

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