Track Renewals

Course Aims

This course is intended to provide delegates with a full understanding of the duties of a Track Renewal and the method of carrying out these duties in a safe and efficient manner, in accordance with the latest Network Rail Standards.

Duration

Learning Objectives

At the end of this course the delegates will:
• Understand fully the duties of the Track Renewal Engineer
• Be fully aware of the equipment carried and its purpose
• Understand fully the safety requirements and the impact that the work may have on the safe operation of the railway.
• Describe the track construction requirements including the engineering tolerances associated with plain line and switches & crossings.
• Identify how external factors may impact the safe operation of the railway.
• Describe component renewal methods, techniques and procedures.

Pre Requisite Requirements

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

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.