Course Aims
This course is intended to provide the delegate with the theory and practical knowledge required to undertake routine inspection duties of Plain Line and S&C track systems in accordance with the current Network Rail standards.
Duration
5 daysLearning Objectives
At the end of this course the delegates will:
• Understand fully the duties of the detailed inspector
• Understand the Inspection System and the detailed inspector's role within that system
• Be fully aware of the equipment carried and its purpose
• Understand fully the safety requirements
• Understand the Fault Recording Procedure and Reporting Lines
• Be able to clearly state the features to be observed in Plain Line, S&C and Off Track (including Level Crossings)
• Understand how to classify and allocate priorities
• Identify actual and potential emergency situations and take the necessary action
• Analyse and interpret all data for routine and detailed inspections to carry out assessments, enabling the production of clear and accurate information
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.
