Next Event(s)
This event will run on April 26, 2010 9:00 am to April 30, 2010 4:00 pm.
Course Aim
This course is intended to provide delegates with the underpinning knowledge and skills necessary to be able to guide and supervise machines undertaking maintenance and or renewal of the track.
Learning Objectives
At the end of this course the delegate will:-
Be able to detail the roles and responsibilities of the Track Quality Supervisor, track and technical support staff and machine operators when carrying out mechanised track maintenance and/or renewal
Be aware of all relevant site and machine safety procedures
Be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the types of mechanised plant used including:-
- Machine capabilities and limitations
- outputs
Be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the relevant Company and Network Rail Standards which apply to mechanised track renewal/maintenance work
Be able to undertake a site survey before and after the mechanised plant have worked
Be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the procedure for marking out of the track to ensure protection of the infrastructure including structural clearances
Be aware of the principles of tamping and lining
Have a clear understanding of the Structure Gauge and Clearances when undertaking a site survey
Course Duration
Five Days, including competence assessments
Pre-Requisites
There are no particular educational pre-requisites for the course. However, the following factors will be a significant benefit:-
An in-depth knowledge of both plain line and S&C track layouts and their components
Previous experience in undertaking mechanised plant work
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:-
A 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 Certificate of Competence will be awarded to the delegate on successful completion of both theoretical and practical assessments
