Neway Training » Rail Testing: Non-Ultrasonic Procedures http://www.neway-training.com Railway Permanent Way Training from Neway Training Solutions Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:01:30 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.2 en hourly 1 RAIL TESTING: NON-ULTRASONIC PROCEDURES http://www.neway-training.com/rail-testing-non-ultrasonic-procedures/ http://www.neway-training.com/rail-testing-non-ultrasonic-procedures/#comments Wed, 03 Jun 2009 08:48:49 +0000 admin http://www.neway-training.com/?p=173 COURSE AIMS

This course is intended to provide the delegate with the understanding and skill to undertake non-destructive testing of the rail in accordance with Network Rail Standard NR/SP/TRK/056.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this course the delegates will: -

  • Have a clear understanding of the Network Rail Standards which relate to non-destructive testing of the rail.
  • Be able to inspect the condition of the rail and welds by using both magnetic particle and dye penetrative inspection.
  • Be aware of the relevant Health and Safety requirements relating to the use of chemicals etc. PUWER, COSHH.
  • Be aware of the regulations when working the vicinity of Overhead Line and D.C. Lines.

    • Course Duration

    Two Days, inclusive of theoretical and practical on-site assessments.

    Pre-Requisites

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

  • Prior knowledge of the 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: -

  • 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
  • Ear Protection
  • Safety Glasses to BS EN 166 and of Optical Class 1 with Impact Resistance F
  • General Purpose Gloves to BS EN388:2121

    • The protective equipment must comply with current safety standards.

    Certification

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

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