Track Handback - Assessment

Course Aims

This assessment is intended to reaffirm the delegate’s competence to be considered for the duties of Raising and Removal of Speed Restrictions (TR12 & TR13) in accordance with the current Network Rail Standards, Track Work Instructions and Track Engineering Forms.

Duration

Learning Objectives

At the end of this course the delegates will: -
• Be able to demonstrate by written assessment an underpinning knowledge of the requirements of Raising and Removing Temporary Speed Restrictions
• Be able to demonstrate the practical skills associated with the Raising and Removing of Temporary Speed Restrictions

Pre Requisite Requirements

The following pre-requisites are required:
• Delegates should have in-depth knowledge and experience of the Permanent Way, and in particular Track Geometry.

• Hold a valid and current Track Handback competency certificate

PPE Requirements

This course requires the delegate to be on or near the running line and therefore, they MUST be in possession of:-
• Valid P.T.S. Card
• Protective “all orange” High Visibility Clothing to ISO 20471
• Safety Footwear to BS EN ISO 20345
• Safety Helmet (white/blue) to BS EN 397
• General Purpose Gloves to BS EN388
• Safety Glasses BS EN166 and of Optical Class 1 with Impact Resistance F

Certification

A letter of confirmation will be sent confirming annual assessment has been successfully completed.