Track Geometry

Course Aims

This Track Geometry (TR4) course is designed to train delegates on managing and verifying manual maintenance works in accordance with the current Network Rail standards.

Duration

Learning Objectives

At the end of this course the delegates will:
• Describe the risks associated with the removal and replacement of Plain Line Track components
• Describe the manual Track Geometry maintenance requirements including the geometrical tolerances associated with Plain Line Track
• Carry out the measurement and identification of Track Geometry faults
• Describe the manual methods and techniques to restore Track Geometry
• Understand the safety requirements associated with this role

Pre Requisite Requirements

The following pre-requisites are required for this course:-
• Ideally delegates will have first hand experience of work on the Permanent Way and be familiar with all track layouts.

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 Certificate of Training will be awarded to the delegate upon successful completion of the course. Certification is valid for 3 years. A recertification will be required to renew the competency.