Overview of the Course
This course is designed to train persons who are required to work near or adjacent to DC conductor rails. It is designed to develop a person’s knowledge, understanding and skills and is therefore particularly suited to persons required to prove their competence in these areas.
Course Details
Course loading 12 learners per course
Course duration 1 day
Course content
- Describe the principles of the DC electrified system
- Identify the main components of the DC conductor rail system
- Identify hazards and risks associated with being near or adjacent to the DC conductor rail
- Describe how to cross the DC conductor rail safely
- Describe how to transit tools and equipment safely across the DC conductor rail
- Describe defects that would render insulated tools and equipment unfit for purpose
- Identify hazards associated with working within DC Isolations
- Describe the work safe and emergency response procedures
- Demonstrate how to inspect insulated tools before use
- Demonstrate the correct application and removal of conductor rail shields
- Identify defective tools and shields
- Identify the three risk control areas as stated in NR/L3/MTC/EP0152
- Demonstrate how to cross the conductor rail safely
- Explain how to safely transit tools, materials and equipment within the DC electrified area
- Demonstrate how to apply a Track Circuit Operating Clip safely
COURSE DELIVERY MODEL
Classroom and practical sessions.
Pre-Requisites & Requirements
Before attending this training, a person shall have attended and successfully completed the Personal Track Safety (PTS) course.
Completion of the course
After successful completion of the course this competency will be uploaded onto the sentinel system. You will need to recert this course every 2 years.
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