Course Aims

This course is intended to provide a delegate with the understanding to carry out the duties of a Lookout/Site Warden.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this course the delegates will: -

  • Be able to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the duties of a Lookout/Site Warden
  • Have an understanding of the duties of a Controller of Site Safety
  • Be able to demonstrate a complete understanding of all relevant safety procedures relating to the duties of a Lookout/Site Warden
  • Be able to demonstrate a understanding of the requirements of personal safety when working on or near the line
  • Be able to identify all relevant equipment carried by Lookout/Site Warden
  • Be able to demonstrate the implementation of an Emergency Procedure resulting from an incident affecting the safety of the line and trains
  • Be able to demonstrate the duties of a site, intermediate and distant Lookout
  • Be able to demonstrate the duties of a Site Warden
  • Course Duration

    One Day, including the assessment process.

    Pre-Requsites

    Delegates MUST be in possession of: -

  • Valid P. T. S. certificate
  • Module T6 of the Rule Book
  • Personal Protective Equipment

    This course is classroom based and therefore no P.P.E. is required.

    Certification

    This competency is valid for two years.  A Network Rail Sentinel card, will be awarded to each successful candidate.

    Note

    Post course objectives and Lookout/Sitewarden Log Book will be issued to the delegate on completion of the course.