Course Aims
This course is intended to provide a delegate with an in-depth knowledge and skills required to carry out the duties and responsibilities of a Track Supervisor – Renewals
Learning Objectives
At the end of this course the delegates will:-
Have a clear understanding of the Role and Responsibilities of a Track Supervisor
Be able to demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the technical requirements for the accurate installation of new track, including:-
- Formation and Drainage
- Jointed Plain Line
- Continuous Welded Rail
- Switch and Crossing Work
- Track Curvature and Super Elevation
- Clearances
- Off-Track Responsibilities
Understand the essentials of Managing Track in Extreme Weather Conditions
Have a clear understanding of basic design principles
Have a clear understanding of Track Conditions relating to Derailment Risk
Be aware of all relevant Railway Group Standards, Network Rail Company Standards and Contract Requirements relating to the Renewal of the Permanent Way
Have an understanding of the Basic Requirements for Managing Resources
Have basic understanding of the Infrastructure Signalling System and Circuitry and its Interface with the Maintenance of the Permanent Way
Course Duration
Ten days, consisting of two five day modules, Monday to Friday
Pre-requisites
There are no particular educational or competence pre-requisites for the course. However, the following factors will be of significant benefit to the delegate: -
Prior experience in working as a Supervisory Manager, Track Chargeman or Technical Support Position
In-depth knowledge of the Permanent Way 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 BD EN ISO 20345:2004
Safety Helmet (white/blue) to BS EN 397:1995
General Purpose Gloves to BS EN 388:2121
Certification
A Certificate of Training will be awarded to the delegate on completion of the course
