Rail Training Courses – OTP, PTS & Plant Training

The UK rail network is growing, and as requirements increase it is vital that a skilled workforce continues to develop their skills to continue to meet the challenges ahead.

QOTA offers a wide variety of rail-specific training options, designed to build competency and confidence. With a specific focus on plant and attachments, the QOTA team can really help a candidate get their rail career on track.

All candidates looking to undertake a rail course at QOTA must meet specific criteria. These include:

Holding a valid Sentinel card endorsed with PTS
Meeting the medical requirements of Network Rail Standard NR/LR/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1
Not be in ‘Learning Support’
Other conditions may also apply.

For more information, contact QOTA team

Tel: 0845 307 3999
Email: training@qota.co.uk

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Course Title	Category	Short Code	Duration (Days)
Access Overhead Lines Construction Sites	OTP Other	OLEC 1	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Primary Objectives - At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain the limits of their personal authority Give a brief description of the main component parts of the OLE infrastructure Describe the main hazards and risks associated with OLE construction sites and activities Follow the safe access procedure Comply with the health and safety regulations Complete relevant records accurately and pass them onto the appropriate person Follow recording and reporting procedures
Crawler / Tractor Dozer	OTP Machine Operator	OTP Op Dozer	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others. Undertake the necessary pre start and pre-work machine functional checks. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the host machine and/or any applicable relevant attachments. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the host machine and applicable attachment. Demonstrate how to successfully move the machine to the on/off tracking point in road mode Demonstrate and apply the machine specific on/off tracking procedures. Demonstrate the safe use of the host machine including travelling and working (forward and reverse directions) to the required standard and specification. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of off tracking, shut down, isolate and secure (including detaching attachments if applicable). Demonstrate how to undertake emergency recovery on the machine in the event of an incident occurring.
Dump Truck (competency card)	OTP Machine Operator	OTP Op Dump T	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid Sentinel Track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine. Must hold current and valid OTP Core. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others. Undertake the necessary pre start and pre-work machine functional checks. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the host machine and/or any applicable relevant attachments. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the host machine and applicable attachment. Demonstrate how to successfully move the machine to the on/off tracking point in road mode. Demonstrate and apply the machine specific on/off tracking procedures. Demonstrate the safe use of the host machine including travelling and working (forward and reverse directions) to the required standard and specification. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of off tracking, shut down, isolate and secure (including detaching attachments if applicable). Demonstrate how to undertake emergency recovery on the machine in the event of an incident occurring.
Dump Truck (No competency card)	OTP Machine Operator	OTP Op Dump T	4	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine. Must hold current and valid OTP Core. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others. Undertake the necessary pre start and pre-work machine functional checks. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the host machine and/or any applicable relevant attachments. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the host machine and applicable attachment. Demonstrate how to successfully move the machine to the on/off tracking point in road mode. Demonstrate and apply the machine specific on/off tracking procedures. Demonstrate the safe use of the host machine including travelling and working (forward and reverse directions) to the required standard and specification. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of off tracking, shut down, isolate and secure (including detaching attachments if applicable). Demonstrate how to undertake emergency recovery on the machine in the event of an incident occurring.
Dumper (competency card)	OTP Machine Operator	OTP Op Dumper	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others. Undertake the necessary pre start and pre-work machine functional checks. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the host machine and/or any applicable relevant attachments. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the host machine and applicable attachment. Demonstrate how to successfully move the machine to the on/off tracking point in road mode. Demonstrate and apply the machine specific on/off tracking procedures. Demonstrate the safe use of the host machine including travelling and working (forward and reverse directions) to the required standard and specification. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of off tracking, shut down, isolate and secure (including detaching attachments if applicable). Demonstrate how to undertake emergency recovery on the machine in the event of an incident occurring.
Dumper (NO competency card)	OTP Machine Operator	OTP Op Dumper	4	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others. Undertake the necessary pre start and pre-work machine functional checks. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the host machine and/or any applicable relevant attachments. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the host machine and applicable attachment. Demonstrate how to successfully move the machine to the on/off tracking point in road mode. Demonstrate and apply the machine specific on/off tracking procedures. Demonstrate the safe use of the host machine including travelling and working (forward and reverse directions) to the required standard and specification. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of off tracking, shut down, isolate and secure (including detaching attachments if applicable). Demonstrate how to undertake emergency recovery on the machine in the event of an incident occurring.
Excavator	OTP Machine Operator	OTP Op Exc	5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). For the two-day course individuals must hold the base machine competence from a nationally recognised accreditation scheme (for example CPCS or IPAF). Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others. Undertake the necessary pre start and pre-work machine functional checks. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the host machine and/or any applicable relevant attachments. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the host machine and applicable attachment. Demonstrate how to successfully move the machine to the on/off tracking point in road mode. Demonstrate and apply the machine specific on/off tracking procedures. Demonstrate the safe use of the host machine including travelling and working (forward and reverse directions) to the required standard and specification. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of off tracking, shut down, isolate and secure (including detaching attachments if applicable). Demonstrate how to undertake emergency recovery o n the machine in the event of an incident occurring.
Excavator Crane	OTP Crane Operator	OTP Crane Op Exc	3	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must have a good level of literacy to meet Entry Qualifications. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold Machine Operator - Excavator Crane Competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the Excavator Crane is designed to function under normal operating conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations Describe what preparatory checks need to be completed on the machine including; Pre-start checks/maintenance are complete/documented Machine/Crane Controller’s checklist is completed Describe the checks need to be completed on lifting accessories prior to use. Briefly describe the main functions of all relevant controls available to the Driver/Operator. Avoid the Excavator Crane being placed in an unstable condition. Demonstrate their ability to read a work / Lift plan and communicate its content effectively. Correctly attach and use the lifting accessories to ensure a safe lift Control the movement of the Excavator Crane taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Load height & Radius Machine Sectors Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / lift.
Excavator Tandem Lifting	OTP Crane Operator	OTP Crane Op TL	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 2. Must have a goof level of literacy to meet Entry Qualifications. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold Crane Controller Excavator Crane Competence and evidence at least 120 hours documented experience as a single lift Crane Controller. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the Crane is designed to function under tandem lift conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Avoid the Cranes being placed in an unstable condition. Demonstrate their ability to read a work / Lift plan and communicate its content effectively. Correctly attach and use the lifting accessories to ensure a safe lift Control the movement of the Cranes taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Load height & Radius Machine Sectors Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / lift.
Highway Permissible Vehicle	OTP Machine Operator	OTP Op HBV	3	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine. Must hold current and valid OTP Core. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others. Undertake the necessary pre start and pre-work machine functional checks. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the host machine and/or any applicable relevant attachments. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the host machine and applicable attachment. Demonstrate how to successfully move the machine to the on/off tracking point in road mode. Demonstrate and apply the machine specific on/off tracking procedures. Demonstrate the safe use of the host machine including travelling and working (forward and reverse directions) to the required standard and specification. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of off tracking, shut down, isolate and secure (including detaching attachments if applicable). Demonstrate how to undertake emergency recovery on the machine in the event of an incident occurring.
MEWP Attachments	OTP Machine Operator	OTP Op MEWP Att	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold a working at height competence. Must hold current and valid OTP Core. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others. Undertake the necessary pre start and pre-work machine functional checks. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the host machine and/or any applicable relevant attachments. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the host machine and applicable attachment. Demonstrate how to successfully move the machine to the on/off tracking point in road mode. Demonstrate and apply the machine specific on/off tracking procedures. Demonstrate the safe use of the host machine including travelling and working (forward and reverse directions) to the required standard and specification. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of off tracking, shut down, isolate and secure (including detaching attachments if applicable). Demonstrate how to undertake emergency recovery on the machine in the event of an incident occurring.
Personal Track Safety	OTP Other	PTS	2	Course Information Pre-requisites The following requirements must be met for this course to run to Network Rail Standards: Must be a minimum age of 16. Meet the medical requirements of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Competence Specific Fitness Medical Requirements. Make necessary arrangements for Knowledge Assessments to be read to support those who have difficulty with reading. Meet the requirements of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must have successfully completed the e-learning training and assessment prior to attendance Must have sufficient command of English language, and of the English language as detailed in Network Rail Company Specification NR/S/CTM/021 (Competence & Training in Track Safety) Primary Objectives - At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Demonstrate their ability to interpret correctly the Rule Book GE/RT 8000 Series or Guide to Personal Track Safety or PTS Key Point Card NR9922 and relevant local instructions when required to go on or near the line. Demonstrate their understanding and ability to follow a Safe System of Work.
Self Propelled MEWP (competency card)	OTP Machine Operator	OTP Op MEWP	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid Sentinel Track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold a working at height competence. Must hold current and valid OTP Core. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others. Undertake the necessary pre start and pre-work machine functional checks. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the host machine and/or any applicable relevant attachments. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the host machine and applicable attachment. Demonstrate how to successfully move the machine to the on/off tracking point in road mode. Demonstrate and apply the machine specific on/off tracking procedures. Demonstrate the safe use of the host machine including travelling and working (forward and reverse directions) to the required standard and specification. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of off tracking, shut down, isolate and secure (including detaching attachments if applicable). Demonstrate how to undertake emergency recovery on the machine in the event of an incident occurring.
Self Propelled MEWP (No competency card)	OTP Machine Operator	OTP Op MEWP	4	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold a working at height competence. Must hold current and valid OTP Core. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others. Undertake the necessary pre start and pre-work machine functional checks. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the host machine and/or any applicable relevant attachments. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the host machine and applicable attachment. Demonstrate how to successfully move the machine to the on/off tracking point in road mode. Demonstrate and apply the machine specific on/off tracking procedures. Demonstrate the safe use of the host machine including travelling and working (forward and reverse directions) to the required standard and specification. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of off tracking, shut down, isolate and secure (including detaching attachments if applicable). Demonstrate how to undertake emergency recovery on the machine in the event of an incident occurring.

Crane Operator

	Course Title	Category	Short Code	Duration (Days)
	Excavator Crane	OTP Crane Operator	OTP Crane Op Exc	3	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must have a good level of literacy to meet Entry Qualifications. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold Machine Operator - Excavator Crane Competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the Excavator Crane is designed to function under normal operating conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations Describe what preparatory checks need to be completed on the machine including; Pre-start checks/maintenance are complete/documented Machine/Crane Controller’s checklist is completed Describe the checks need to be completed on lifting accessories prior to use. Briefly describe the main functions of all relevant controls available to the Driver/Operator. Avoid the Excavator Crane being placed in an unstable condition. Demonstrate their ability to read a work / Lift plan and communicate its content effectively. Correctly attach and use the lifting accessories to ensure a safe lift Control the movement of the Excavator Crane taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Load height & Radius Machine Sectors Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / lift.
	Excavator Tandem Lifting	OTP Crane Operator	OTP Crane Op TL	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 2. Must have a goof level of literacy to meet Entry Qualifications. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold Crane Controller Excavator Crane Competence and evidence at least 120 hours documented experience as a single lift Crane Controller. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the Crane is designed to function under tandem lift conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Avoid the Cranes being placed in an unstable condition. Demonstrate their ability to read a work / Lift plan and communicate its content effectively. Correctly attach and use the lifting accessories to ensure a safe lift Control the movement of the Cranes taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Load height & Radius Machine Sectors Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / lift.

Course Title

Category

Short Code

Duration (Days)

Excavator Crane

OTP Crane Operator

OTP Crane Op Exc

Course Information

Pre-requisites

Must be a minimum age of 18.
Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS.
Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1.
Must have a good level of literacy to meet Entry Qualifications.
Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol).
Must hold Machine Operator - Excavator Crane Competence.

Primary Objectives

At the end of the training the delegate will be able to:

Describe how the Excavator Crane is designed to function under normal operating conditions.
Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations
Describe what preparatory checks need to be completed on the machine including;
- Pre-start checks/maintenance are complete/documented
- Machine/Crane Controller’s checklist is completed
Describe the checks need to be completed on lifting accessories prior to use.
Briefly describe the main functions of all relevant controls available to the Driver/Operator.
Avoid the Excavator Crane being placed in an unstable condition.
Demonstrate their ability to read a work / Lift plan and communicate its content effectively.
Correctly attach and use the lifting accessories to ensure a safe lift
Control the movement of the Excavator Crane taking into account:
- Condition of the track
- Cant
- Gradient
- Load height & Radius
- Machine Sectors
Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / lift.

Excavator Tandem Lifting

OTP Crane Operator

OTP Crane Op TL

Course Information

Pre-requisites

Must be a minimum age of 18.
Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS.
Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 2.
Must have a goof level of literacy to meet Entry Qualifications.
Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol).
Must hold Crane Controller Excavator Crane Competence and evidence at least 120 hours documented experience as a single lift Crane Controller.

Primary Objectives

At the end of the training the delegate will be able to:

Describe how the Crane is designed to function under tandem lift conditions.
Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the
relevant rules and regulations.
Avoid the Cranes being placed in an unstable condition.
Demonstrate their ability to read a work / Lift plan and communicate its content effectively.
Correctly attach and use the lifting accessories to ensure a safe lift
- Control the movement of the Cranes taking into account:
- Condition of the track
- Cant
- Gradient
- Load height & Radius
- Machine Sectors
Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / lift.

Machine Operator

Course Title	Category	Short Code	Duration (Days)
Crawler / Tractor Dozer	OTP Machine Operator	OTP Op Dozer	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others. Undertake the necessary pre start and pre-work machine functional checks. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the host machine and/or any applicable relevant attachments. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the host machine and applicable attachment. Demonstrate how to successfully move the machine to the on/off tracking point in road mode Demonstrate and apply the machine specific on/off tracking procedures. Demonstrate the safe use of the host machine including travelling and working (forward and reverse directions) to the required standard and specification. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of off tracking, shut down, isolate and secure (including detaching attachments if applicable). Demonstrate how to undertake emergency recovery on the machine in the event of an incident occurring.
Dump Truck (competency card)	OTP Machine Operator	OTP Op Dump T	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid Sentinel Track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine. Must hold current and valid OTP Core. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others. Undertake the necessary pre start and pre-work machine functional checks. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the host machine and/or any applicable relevant attachments. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the host machine and applicable attachment. Demonstrate how to successfully move the machine to the on/off tracking point in road mode. Demonstrate and apply the machine specific on/off tracking procedures. Demonstrate the safe use of the host machine including travelling and working (forward and reverse directions) to the required standard and specification. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of off tracking, shut down, isolate and secure (including detaching attachments if applicable). Demonstrate how to undertake emergency recovery on the machine in the event of an incident occurring.
Dump Truck (No competency card)	OTP Machine Operator	OTP Op Dump T	4	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine. Must hold current and valid OTP Core. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others. Undertake the necessary pre start and pre-work machine functional checks. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the host machine and/or any applicable relevant attachments. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the host machine and applicable attachment. Demonstrate how to successfully move the machine to the on/off tracking point in road mode. Demonstrate and apply the machine specific on/off tracking procedures. Demonstrate the safe use of the host machine including travelling and working (forward and reverse directions) to the required standard and specification. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of off tracking, shut down, isolate and secure (including detaching attachments if applicable). Demonstrate how to undertake emergency recovery on the machine in the event of an incident occurring.
Dumper (competency card)	OTP Machine Operator	OTP Op Dumper	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others. Undertake the necessary pre start and pre-work machine functional checks. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the host machine and/or any applicable relevant attachments. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the host machine and applicable attachment. Demonstrate how to successfully move the machine to the on/off tracking point in road mode. Demonstrate and apply the machine specific on/off tracking procedures. Demonstrate the safe use of the host machine including travelling and working (forward and reverse directions) to the required standard and specification. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of off tracking, shut down, isolate and secure (including detaching attachments if applicable). Demonstrate how to undertake emergency recovery on the machine in the event of an incident occurring.
Dumper (NO competency card)	OTP Machine Operator	OTP Op Dumper	4	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others. Undertake the necessary pre start and pre-work machine functional checks. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the host machine and/or any applicable relevant attachments. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the host machine and applicable attachment. Demonstrate how to successfully move the machine to the on/off tracking point in road mode. Demonstrate and apply the machine specific on/off tracking procedures. Demonstrate the safe use of the host machine including travelling and working (forward and reverse directions) to the required standard and specification. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of off tracking, shut down, isolate and secure (including detaching attachments if applicable). Demonstrate how to undertake emergency recovery on the machine in the event of an incident occurring.
Excavator	OTP Machine Operator	OTP Op Exc	5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). For the two-day course individuals must hold the base machine competence from a nationally recognised accreditation scheme (for example CPCS or IPAF). Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others. Undertake the necessary pre start and pre-work machine functional checks. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the host machine and/or any applicable relevant attachments. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the host machine and applicable attachment. Demonstrate how to successfully move the machine to the on/off tracking point in road mode. Demonstrate and apply the machine specific on/off tracking procedures. Demonstrate the safe use of the host machine including travelling and working (forward and reverse directions) to the required standard and specification. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of off tracking, shut down, isolate and secure (including detaching attachments if applicable). Demonstrate how to undertake emergency recovery o n the machine in the event of an incident occurring.
Highway Permissible Vehicle	OTP Machine Operator	OTP Op HBV	3	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine. Must hold current and valid OTP Core. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others. Undertake the necessary pre start and pre-work machine functional checks. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the host machine and/or any applicable relevant attachments. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the host machine and applicable attachment. Demonstrate how to successfully move the machine to the on/off tracking point in road mode. Demonstrate and apply the machine specific on/off tracking procedures. Demonstrate the safe use of the host machine including travelling and working (forward and reverse directions) to the required standard and specification. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of off tracking, shut down, isolate and secure (including detaching attachments if applicable). Demonstrate how to undertake emergency recovery on the machine in the event of an incident occurring.
MEWP Attachments	OTP Machine Operator	OTP Op MEWP Att	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold a working at height competence. Must hold current and valid OTP Core. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others. Undertake the necessary pre start and pre-work machine functional checks. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the host machine and/or any applicable relevant attachments. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the host machine and applicable attachment. Demonstrate how to successfully move the machine to the on/off tracking point in road mode. Demonstrate and apply the machine specific on/off tracking procedures. Demonstrate the safe use of the host machine including travelling and working (forward and reverse directions) to the required standard and specification. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of off tracking, shut down, isolate and secure (including detaching attachments if applicable). Demonstrate how to undertake emergency recovery on the machine in the event of an incident occurring.
Self Propelled MEWP (competency card)	OTP Machine Operator	OTP Op MEWP	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid Sentinel Track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold a working at height competence. Must hold current and valid OTP Core. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others. Undertake the necessary pre start and pre-work machine functional checks. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the host machine and/or any applicable relevant attachments. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the host machine and applicable attachment. Demonstrate how to successfully move the machine to the on/off tracking point in road mode. Demonstrate and apply the machine specific on/off tracking procedures. Demonstrate the safe use of the host machine including travelling and working (forward and reverse directions) to the required standard and specification. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of off tracking, shut down, isolate and secure (including detaching attachments if applicable). Demonstrate how to undertake emergency recovery on the machine in the event of an incident occurring.
Self Propelled MEWP (No competency card)	OTP Machine Operator	OTP Op MEWP	4	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold a working at height competence. Must hold current and valid OTP Core. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others. Undertake the necessary pre start and pre-work machine functional checks. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the host machine and/or any applicable relevant attachments. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the host machine and applicable attachment. Demonstrate how to successfully move the machine to the on/off tracking point in road mode. Demonstrate and apply the machine specific on/off tracking procedures. Demonstrate the safe use of the host machine including travelling and working (forward and reverse directions) to the required standard and specification. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of off tracking, shut down, isolate and secure (including detaching attachments if applicable). Demonstrate how to undertake emergency recovery on the machine in the event of an incident occurring.

Other OTP

	Course Title	Category	Short Code	Duration (Days)
	Access Overhead Lines Construction Sites	OTP Other	OLEC 1	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Primary Objectives - At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain the limits of their personal authority Give a brief description of the main component parts of the OLE infrastructure Describe the main hazards and risks associated with OLE construction sites and activities Follow the safe access procedure Comply with the health and safety regulations Complete relevant records accurately and pass them onto the appropriate person Follow recording and reporting procedures
	Personal Track Safety	OTP Other	PTS	2	Course Information Pre-requisites The following requirements must be met for this course to run to Network Rail Standards: Must be a minimum age of 16. Meet the medical requirements of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Competence Specific Fitness Medical Requirements. Make necessary arrangements for Knowledge Assessments to be read to support those who have difficulty with reading. Meet the requirements of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must have successfully completed the e-learning training and assessment prior to attendance Must have sufficient command of English language, and of the English language as detailed in Network Rail Company Specification NR/S/CTM/021 (Competence & Training in Track Safety) Primary Objectives - At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Demonstrate their ability to interpret correctly the Rule Book GE/RT 8000 Series or Guide to Personal Track Safety or PTS Key Point Card NR9922 and relevant local instructions when required to go on or near the line. Demonstrate their understanding and ability to follow a Safe System of Work.

Course Title

Category

Short Code

Duration (Days)

Access Overhead Lines Construction Sites

OTP Other

OLEC 1

0.5

Course Information

Pre-requisites

Must be a minimum age of 18.
Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS.
Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol).

Primary Objectives -

At the end of the training the delegate will be able to:

Explain the limits of their personal authority
Give a brief description of the main component parts of the OLE infrastructure
Describe the main hazards and risks associated with OLE construction sites and activities
Follow the safe access procedure
Comply with the health and safety regulations
Complete relevant records accurately and pass them onto the appropriate person
Follow recording and reporting procedures

Personal Track Safety

OTP Other

PTS

Course Information

Pre-requisites

The following requirements must be met for this course to run to Network Rail Standards:

Must be a minimum age of 16.
Meet the medical requirements of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Competence Specific Fitness Medical Requirements.
Make necessary arrangements for Knowledge Assessments to be read to support those who have difficulty with reading.
Meet the requirements of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol).
Must have successfully completed the e-learning training and
assessment prior to attendance
Must have sufficient command of English language, and of the English language as detailed in Network Rail Company Specification NR/S/CTM/021 (Competence & Training in Track Safety)

Primary Objectives -

At the end of the training the delegate will be able to:

Demonstrate their ability to interpret correctly the Rule Book GE/RT 8000 Series or Guide to Personal Track Safety or PTS Key Point Card NR9922 and relevant local instructions when required to go on or near the line.
Demonstrate their understanding and ability to follow a Safe System of Work.

OTP Attachment Courses

Course Title	Category	Short Code	Duration (Days)
Access Overhead Lines Construction Sites	OTP Attachments	OLEC 1	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must have a good level of literacy to meet Entry Qualifications Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Auger Driver Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 03	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must have a good level of literacy to meet Entry Qualifications Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operationalrequirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Ballast Brush Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 04	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must have a good level of literacy to meet Entry Qualifications Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operationalrequirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Ballast Distribution Unit Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 05	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must have a good level of literacy to meet Entry Qualifications Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Ballast Excavator Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 06	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Ballast Plough Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 07	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Ballast Profile Blade Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 08	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Ballast Undercutter Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 09	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Cable Drum Carrier Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 10	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Drag Clamp Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 14	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Fast-clipper Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 15	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Flail (vegetaton control) Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 16	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Hydraulic Grab Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 17	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Hydraulic Manipulator Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 34	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Hydraulic panel & Rail Lifting Beam Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 18	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Hydraulic Sleeper Changer/Wetbed bucket	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 19	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Hyraulic Breaker Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 33	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Hyraulic Sleeper Placer/Spacer Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 20	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Operate Clam Shell Bucket Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 11	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Operate Stump Grinder Attachments	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 40	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid OTP Core. Must hold Compatible Host Machine/Crane Operator competence Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Operate Trailer Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 27		Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Compatible Host Machine/Crane Operator competence. Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Piling Driver Vibratory Attention	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 36	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Piling Hammer Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 21	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Piling Torque Head Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 37	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Rail Cropper Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 22	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Rock Grider Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 38	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Scarifier Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Ot Att 39	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Tamper Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 24	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Thimble Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 25	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Tilt Rotator Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 26	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Tree Cutter Head Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 28	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Vacuum Excavator Unit Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 29	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Vacuum Lifter Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 30	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.
Wood Chipper Attachment	OTP Attachments	OTP Op Att 31	0.5	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Explain certification/documentation and competence requirements of self and others and attachments. Describe hazards /risks specific to operation and appropriate controls. Describe reporting lines and communications protocols. Describe terminology and methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment. Describe and demonstrate pre-use / compatibility / attach (to host machine) / pre-operational requirements. Describe defect monitoring associated with the operation of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe use of the attachment. Demonstrate the safe and correct methods of shut down isolate and secure (including detaching) attachments. Describe actions that would be taken in emergency situations.

Crane Controller Courses

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Course Title	Category	Short Code	Duration (Days)
Excavator Crane	Crane Controller	OTP Crane Op Exc	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must have a good level of literacy to meet Entry Qualifications. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold Machine Operator - Excavator Crane Competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the Excavator Crane is designed to function under normal operating conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Describe what preparatory checks need to be completed on the machine including. Pre-start checks / maintenance are complete / documented. Machine / Crane Controllers checklist is completed. Describe the checks need to be completed on lifting accessories prior to use. Briefly describe the main functions of all relevant controls available to the Driver/Operator. Avoid the Excavator Crane being placed in an unstable condition. Demonstrate their ability to read a work / Lift plan and communicate its content effectively. Correctly attach and use the lifting accessories to ensure a safe lift. Control the movement of the Excavator Crane taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Load height & Radius Machine Sectors Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / lift.
Excavator Tandem Lifting	Crane Controller	CC OTP TL	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid Sentinel Track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 2. Must have a good level of literacy to meet Entry Qualifications. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold Crane Controller Excavator Crane Competence and evidence at least 120 hours documented experience as a single lift Crane Controller. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the Crane is designed to function under tandem lift conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Avoid the Cranes being placed in an unstable condition. Demonstrate their ability to read a work / Lift plan and communicate its content effectively. Correctly attach and use the lifting accessories to ensure a safe lift Control the movement of the Cranes taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Load height & Radius Machine Sectors Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / lift.
Group 5 Vacuum	CC Attachments	CC Att Grp 5	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Crane Controller Excavator competence and/or Crane Controller Knuckle Boom Crane competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the attachment is designed to function under normal operating conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Avoid the attachment being placed in an unsafe or unstable condition. Correctly attach and use the attachment. Control the movement of the host machine taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Exclusion Zones Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / work.
Group 6 Rail Management	CC Attachments	CC Att Grp 6	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold Crane Controller Excavator Crane Competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Safely and correctly control Rail management operations with RRV 360 excavator crane using any of the following attachments as covered in this module: Rail Thimble Rail Turner Drag Clamp
Group 7 Cropper	CC Attachments	CC Att Grp 7	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold current and valid Crane Controller Excavator competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the attachment is designed to function under normal operating conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Avoid the attachment being placed in an unsafe or unstable condition. Correctly attach and use the attachment. Control the movement of the host machine taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Exclusion Zones Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / lift.

Crane Controller

	Course Title	Category	Short Code	Duration (Days)
	Excavator Crane	Crane Controller	OTP Crane Op Exc	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must have a good level of literacy to meet Entry Qualifications. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold Machine Operator - Excavator Crane Competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the Excavator Crane is designed to function under normal operating conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Describe what preparatory checks need to be completed on the machine including. Pre-start checks / maintenance are complete / documented. Machine / Crane Controllers checklist is completed. Describe the checks need to be completed on lifting accessories prior to use. Briefly describe the main functions of all relevant controls available to the Driver/Operator. Avoid the Excavator Crane being placed in an unstable condition. Demonstrate their ability to read a work / Lift plan and communicate its content effectively. Correctly attach and use the lifting accessories to ensure a safe lift. Control the movement of the Excavator Crane taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Load height & Radius Machine Sectors Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / lift.
	Excavator Tandem Lifting	Crane Controller	CC OTP TL	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid Sentinel Track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 2. Must have a good level of literacy to meet Entry Qualifications. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold Crane Controller Excavator Crane Competence and evidence at least 120 hours documented experience as a single lift Crane Controller. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the Crane is designed to function under tandem lift conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Avoid the Cranes being placed in an unstable condition. Demonstrate their ability to read a work / Lift plan and communicate its content effectively. Correctly attach and use the lifting accessories to ensure a safe lift Control the movement of the Cranes taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Load height & Radius Machine Sectors Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / lift.

Course Title

Category

Short Code

Duration (Days)

Excavator Crane

Crane Controller

OTP Crane Op Exc

Course Information

Pre-requisites

Must be a minimum age of 18.
Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS.
Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1.
Must have a good level of literacy to meet Entry Qualifications.
Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol).
Must hold Machine Operator - Excavator Crane Competence.

Primary Objectives

At the end of the training the delegate will be able to:

Describe how the Excavator Crane is designed to function under normal operating conditions.
Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations.
Describe what preparatory checks need to be completed on the machine including.
- Pre-start checks / maintenance are complete / documented.
- Machine / Crane Controllers checklist is completed.
Describe the checks need to be completed on lifting accessories prior to use.
Briefly describe the main functions of all relevant controls available to the Driver/Operator.
Avoid the Excavator Crane being placed in an unstable condition.
Demonstrate their ability to read a work / Lift plan and communicate its content effectively.
Correctly attach and use the lifting accessories to ensure a safe lift.
Control the movement of the Excavator Crane taking into account:
- Condition of the track
- Cant
- Gradient
- Load height & Radius
- Machine Sectors
Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / lift.

Excavator Tandem Lifting

Crane Controller

CC OTP TL

Course Information

Pre-requisites

Must be a minimum age of 18.
Most hold valid Sentinel Track Safety Card endorsed with PTS.
Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 2.
Must have a good level of literacy to meet Entry Qualifications.
Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol).
Must hold Crane Controller Excavator Crane Competence and evidence at least 120 hours documented experience as a single lift Crane Controller.

Primary Objectives

At the end of the training the delegate will be able to:

Describe how the Crane is designed to function under tandem lift conditions.
Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the
relevant rules and regulations.
Avoid the Cranes being placed in an unstable condition.
Demonstrate their ability to read a work / Lift plan and communicate its content effectively.
Correctly attach and use the lifting accessories to ensure a safe lift
- Control the movement of the Cranes taking into account:
- Condition of the track
- Cant
- Gradient
- Load height & Radius
- Machine Sectors
Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / lift.

Crane Contoller Attachments

Course Title	Category	Short Code	Duration (Days)
Group 5 Vacuum	CC Attachments	CC Att Grp 5	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Crane Controller Excavator competence and/or Crane Controller Knuckle Boom Crane competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the attachment is designed to function under normal operating conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Avoid the attachment being placed in an unsafe or unstable condition. Correctly attach and use the attachment. Control the movement of the host machine taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Exclusion Zones Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / work.
Group 6 Rail Management	CC Attachments	CC Att Grp 6	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold Crane Controller Excavator Crane Competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Safely and correctly control Rail management operations with RRV 360 excavator crane using any of the following attachments as covered in this module: Rail Thimble Rail Turner Drag Clamp
Group 7 Cropper	CC Attachments	CC Att Grp 7	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold current and valid Crane Controller Excavator competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the attachment is designed to function under normal operating conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Avoid the attachment being placed in an unsafe or unstable condition. Correctly attach and use the attachment. Control the movement of the host machine taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Exclusion Zones Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / lift.

Course Title

Category

Short Code

Duration (Days)

Group 5 Vacuum

CC Attachments

CC Att Grp 5

Course Information

Pre-requisites

Must be a minimum age of 18.
Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS.
Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1.
Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol).
Crane Controller Excavator competence and/or
Crane Controller Knuckle Boom Crane competence.

Primary Objectives

At the end of the training the delegate will be able to:

Describe how the attachment is designed to function under normal operating conditions.
Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations.
Avoid the attachment being placed in an unsafe or unstable condition.
Correctly attach and use the attachment.
Control the movement of the host machine taking into account:
- Condition of the track
- Cant
- Gradient
- Exclusion Zones
Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / work.

Group 6 Rail Management

CC Attachments

CC Att Grp 6

Course Information

Pre-requisites

Must be a minimum age of 18.
Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS.
Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1.
Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol).
Must hold Crane Controller Excavator Crane Competence.

Primary Objectives

At the end of the training the delegate will be able to:

Safely and correctly control Rail management operations with RRV 360 excavator crane using any of the following attachments as covered in this module:
- Rail Thimble
- Rail Turner
- Drag Clamp

Group 7 Cropper

CC Attachments

CC Att Grp 7

Course Information

Pre-requisites

Must be a minimum age of 18.
Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS.
Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1.
Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol).
Must hold current and valid Crane Controller Excavator competence.

Primary Objectives

At the end of the training the delegate will be able to:

Describe how the attachment is designed to function under normal operating conditions.
Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations.
Avoid the attachment being placed in an unsafe or unstable condition.
Correctly attach and use the attachment.
Control the movement of the host machine taking into account:
- Condition of the track
- Cant
- Gradient
- Exclusion Zones
Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / lift.

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Course Title	Category	Short Code	Duration (Days)
Demountable Machine (RMMM)	Machine Controller	MC MM	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid Sentinel Track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the Demountable Machine/RMMM is designed to function under normal operating conditions. What equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. How each of the items listed below will affect the protection arrangements, the way work is completed and how to confirm that the machine is suitable. Lines that remain open to traffic Signal structures and equipment Gradient Cant Bridges Platforms Overhead Line & Power lines Third and fourth rail electrified lines Tunnels Level Crossings What preparatory checks need to be completed on the machine including: Pre-start checks/maintenance are complete/documented Machine Controller’s checklist is completed Brakes are operational and fit for purpose Emergency protection equipment is available Briefly describe the main functions of all relevant controls available to the Demountable Machine/RMMM Driver/Operator, especially those which may also be used by the Machine Controller in an emergency Avoid the Demountable Machine/ RMMM being placed in an un-braked condition Demonstrate their ability to read a work plan and communicate its content effectively Control the movement of the Demountable Machine/RMMM taking into account: Status of the infrastructure – Condition of the track; Position and type of points; Obstructions caused by infrastructure equipment/structures and/or other work; How to establish the extent of the movement
Group 1 Ballast / Track Management	MC Attachments	MC Att Grp 1	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Machine Controller highway permissible Vehicle competence; and/or Machine Controller Demountable Machine / RMMM; or Machine Controller Material Handler competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the attachment is designed to function under normal operating conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Avoid the attachment being placed in an unsafe or unstable condition. Correctly attach and use the attachment Control the movement of the host machine taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Exclusion Zones Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement/work.
Group 2 Civils	MC Attachments	CC Att Grp 2	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the attachment is designed to function under normal operating conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Avoid the attachment being placed in an unsafe or unstable condition. Correctly attach and use the attachment. Control the movement of the host machine taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Exclusion Zones Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / lift.
Group 3 Cutterhead	MC Attachments	MC Att Grp 3	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Machine Controller Dual-Purpose Vehicle competence; and/or Machine Controller Maintenance Machine competence; or Machine Controller Material Handler competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the attachment is designed to function under normal operating conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Avoid the attachment being placed in an unsafe or unstable condition. Correctly attach and use the attachment Control the movement of the host machine taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Exclusion Zones Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement/work.
Group 3 Powered Lifting	MC Attachments	CC Att Grp 3	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how powered lifting attachments covered by this course are designed to function under normal operating conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates, checks and operator competencies are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Recognise when the use of powered lifting attachments may affect the stability of the machine. Recognise and correctly control the risks imported by the powered lifting attachments within this course. Control the movement of the host machine and attachment (while travelling and working) taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Exclusion Zones Possession Arrangements Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / lift.
Group 4 Transportation	MC Attachments	MC Att Grp 4	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Machine Controller Dual-Purpose Vehicle competence; and/or Machine Controller Maintenance Machine competence; or Machine Controller Material Handler competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the attachment is designed to function under normal operating conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Avoid the attachment being placed in an unsafe or unstable condition. Correctly attach and use the attachment Control the movement of the host machine taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Exclusion Zones Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement/work.
Group 5 Drainage	MC Attachments	MC Att Grp 5	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Machine Controller Dual-Purpose Vehicle competence; and/or Machine Controller Dual-Purpose Vehicle competence; and/or Machine Controller Material Handler competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the attachment is designed to function under normal operating conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Avoid the attachment being placed in an unsafe or unstable condition. Control the movement of the host machine taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Exclusion Zones Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement/work.
Highway Permissible Vehicle	Machine Controller	MC DPV	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold current and valid OTP Core Competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the Highway Permissible Vehicle is designed to function under normal operating conditions. What equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Describe what preparatory checks need to be completed on the machine including: Pre-start checks/maintenance are complete/documented Machine Controller’s checklist is completed Brakes are operational and fit for purpose Emergency protection equipment is available Briefly describe the main functions of all relevant controls available to the Highway Permissible Vehicle Driver/Operator, especially those which may also be used by the Machine Controller in an emergency Avoid the Highway Permissible Vehicle being placed in an un-braked condition Demonstrate their ability to read a work plan and communicate its content effectively Control the movement of the Highway Permissible Vehicle taking into account: Status of the infrastructure – Condition of the track, Position and type of points, Obstructions caused by infrastructure equipment/structures and/or other work, How to establish the extent of the movement Where the movements are – Towing, Propelling What information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement Whilst authorising a movement of the Highway Permissible Vehicle the delegate should be able to explain how they would take account of: Worksites and people working in the immediate area Other machines working adjacent to the machine being operated Obstructions caused by infrastructure equipment/structures and/or other work Level crossingsOther lines open to traffic Passengers on platforms
Material Handler	Machine Controller	MC MH	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must hold current and valid Machine Controller OTP Core Competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the Demountable Material Handler is designed to function under normal operating conditions. What equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. How each of the items listed below will affect the protection arrangements, the way work is completed and how to confirm that the machine is suitable. Lines that remain open to traffic Signal structures and equipment Gradient Cant Bridges Platforms Overhead Line & Power lines Third and fourth rail electrified lines Tunnels Level Crossings What preparatory checks need to be completed on the machine including: Pre-start checks/maintenance are complete/documented Machine Controller’s checklist is completed Brakes are operational and fit for purpose Emergency protection equipment is available Briefly describe the main functions of all relevant controls available to the Demountable Machine/RMMM Driver/Operator, especially those which may also be used by the Machine Controller in an emergency Avoid the Demountable Machine/ RMMM being placed in an un-braked condition Demonstrate their ability to read a work plan and communicate its content effectively
MEWP	Machine Controller	MC MEWP	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 2. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold current and valid OTP Core Competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the MEWP is designed to function under normal operating conditions. What equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. How each of the items listed below will affect the protection arrangements, the way work is completed and how to confirm that the machine is suitable. Lines that remains open to traffic Signal structures and equipment Gradient Cant Bridges Platforms Overhead Line & Power lines Third and fourth rail electrified lines Tunnels Level crossings What preparatory checks need to be completed on the machine including: Pre-start checks/maintenance are complete/documented Machine Controllers checklist is completed Brakes are operational and fit for purpose Emergency protection equipment is available Briefly describe the main functions of all relevant controls available to the MEWPDriver/Operator, especially those which may also be used by the Machine Controller in an emergency. Avoid the MEWP being placed in an un-braked condition Demonstrate their ability to read a work plan and communicate its content effectively Control the movement of MEWP taking into account: a. Status of the infrastructure: Condition of the track Position and type of points
Slinging	MC Attachments	Slinger	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS, IWA or COSS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 2. Must have a good level of literacy to meet Entry Qualifications. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold a Machine Controller host Machine competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe the duties of a Slinger Describe the duties of the Crane Controller (CC) Describe the terminology associated with crane working Have an awareness of the legislation regarding crane working Pre Use Inspection of various lifting accessories Use various lifting accessories to sling loads Demonstrate BS7121 hand signals Explain the work to the lift plan, as briefed by the CC Describe the action to be taken in the event of lifting accessories becoming defective

Machine Contoller

Course Title	Category	Short Code	Duration (Days)
Demountable Machine (RMMM)	Machine Controller	MC MM	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid Sentinel Track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the Demountable Machine/RMMM is designed to function under normal operating conditions. What equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. How each of the items listed below will affect the protection arrangements, the way work is completed and how to confirm that the machine is suitable. Lines that remain open to traffic Signal structures and equipment Gradient Cant Bridges Platforms Overhead Line & Power lines Third and fourth rail electrified lines Tunnels Level Crossings What preparatory checks need to be completed on the machine including: Pre-start checks/maintenance are complete/documented Machine Controller’s checklist is completed Brakes are operational and fit for purpose Emergency protection equipment is available Briefly describe the main functions of all relevant controls available to the Demountable Machine/RMMM Driver/Operator, especially those which may also be used by the Machine Controller in an emergency Avoid the Demountable Machine/ RMMM being placed in an un-braked condition Demonstrate their ability to read a work plan and communicate its content effectively Control the movement of the Demountable Machine/RMMM taking into account: Status of the infrastructure – Condition of the track; Position and type of points; Obstructions caused by infrastructure equipment/structures and/or other work; How to establish the extent of the movement
Highway Permissible Vehicle	Machine Controller	MC DPV	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold current and valid OTP Core Competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the Highway Permissible Vehicle is designed to function under normal operating conditions. What equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Describe what preparatory checks need to be completed on the machine including: Pre-start checks/maintenance are complete/documented Machine Controller’s checklist is completed Brakes are operational and fit for purpose Emergency protection equipment is available Briefly describe the main functions of all relevant controls available to the Highway Permissible Vehicle Driver/Operator, especially those which may also be used by the Machine Controller in an emergency Avoid the Highway Permissible Vehicle being placed in an un-braked condition Demonstrate their ability to read a work plan and communicate its content effectively Control the movement of the Highway Permissible Vehicle taking into account: Status of the infrastructure – Condition of the track, Position and type of points, Obstructions caused by infrastructure equipment/structures and/or other work, How to establish the extent of the movement Where the movements are – Towing, Propelling What information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement Whilst authorising a movement of the Highway Permissible Vehicle the delegate should be able to explain how they would take account of: Worksites and people working in the immediate area Other machines working adjacent to the machine being operated Obstructions caused by infrastructure equipment/structures and/or other work Level crossingsOther lines open to traffic Passengers on platforms
Material Handler	Machine Controller	MC MH	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must hold current and valid Machine Controller OTP Core Competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the Demountable Material Handler is designed to function under normal operating conditions. What equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. How each of the items listed below will affect the protection arrangements, the way work is completed and how to confirm that the machine is suitable. Lines that remain open to traffic Signal structures and equipment Gradient Cant Bridges Platforms Overhead Line & Power lines Third and fourth rail electrified lines Tunnels Level Crossings What preparatory checks need to be completed on the machine including: Pre-start checks/maintenance are complete/documented Machine Controller’s checklist is completed Brakes are operational and fit for purpose Emergency protection equipment is available Briefly describe the main functions of all relevant controls available to the Demountable Machine/RMMM Driver/Operator, especially those which may also be used by the Machine Controller in an emergency Avoid the Demountable Machine/ RMMM being placed in an un-braked condition Demonstrate their ability to read a work plan and communicate its content effectively
MEWP	Machine Controller	MC MEWP	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 2. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold current and valid OTP Core Competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the MEWP is designed to function under normal operating conditions. What equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. How each of the items listed below will affect the protection arrangements, the way work is completed and how to confirm that the machine is suitable. Lines that remains open to traffic Signal structures and equipment Gradient Cant Bridges Platforms Overhead Line & Power lines Third and fourth rail electrified lines Tunnels Level crossings What preparatory checks need to be completed on the machine including: Pre-start checks/maintenance are complete/documented Machine Controllers checklist is completed Brakes are operational and fit for purpose Emergency protection equipment is available Briefly describe the main functions of all relevant controls available to the MEWPDriver/Operator, especially those which may also be used by the Machine Controller in an emergency. Avoid the MEWP being placed in an un-braked condition Demonstrate their ability to read a work plan and communicate its content effectively Control the movement of MEWP taking into account: a. Status of the infrastructure: Condition of the track Position and type of points

Machine Contoller Attachments

Course Title	Category	Short Code	Duration (Days)
Group 1 Ballast / Track Management	MC Attachments	MC Att Grp 1	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Machine Controller highway permissible Vehicle competence; and/or Machine Controller Demountable Machine / RMMM; or Machine Controller Material Handler competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the attachment is designed to function under normal operating conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Avoid the attachment being placed in an unsafe or unstable condition. Correctly attach and use the attachment Control the movement of the host machine taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Exclusion Zones Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement/work.
Group 2 Civils	MC Attachments	CC Att Grp 2	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the attachment is designed to function under normal operating conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Avoid the attachment being placed in an unsafe or unstable condition. Correctly attach and use the attachment. Control the movement of the host machine taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Exclusion Zones Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / lift.
Group 3 Cutterhead	MC Attachments	MC Att Grp 3	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Machine Controller Dual-Purpose Vehicle competence; and/or Machine Controller Maintenance Machine competence; or Machine Controller Material Handler competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the attachment is designed to function under normal operating conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Avoid the attachment being placed in an unsafe or unstable condition. Correctly attach and use the attachment Control the movement of the host machine taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Exclusion Zones Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement/work.
Group 3 Powered Lifting	MC Attachments	CC Att Grp 3	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold the base machine competence from a natinally recogised accreditation scheme. Must hold a full driving licence appropraite to the host machine Must hold current and valid OTP Core Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how powered lifting attachments covered by this course are designed to function under normal operating conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates, checks and operator competencies are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Recognise when the use of powered lifting attachments may affect the stability of the machine. Recognise and correctly control the risks imported by the powered lifting attachments within this course. Control the movement of the host machine and attachment (while travelling and working) taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Exclusion Zones Possession Arrangements Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / lift.
Group 4 Transportation	MC Attachments	MC Att Grp 4	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Machine Controller Dual-Purpose Vehicle competence; and/or Machine Controller Maintenance Machine competence; or Machine Controller Material Handler competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the attachment is designed to function under normal operating conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Avoid the attachment being placed in an unsafe or unstable condition. Correctly attach and use the attachment Control the movement of the host machine taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Exclusion Zones Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement/work.
Group 5 Drainage	MC Attachments	MC Att Grp 5	1	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Machine Controller Dual-Purpose Vehicle competence; and/or Machine Controller Dual-Purpose Vehicle competence; and/or Machine Controller Material Handler competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe how the attachment is designed to function under normal operating conditions. Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations. Avoid the attachment being placed in an unsafe or unstable condition. Control the movement of the host machine taking into account: Condition of the track Cant Gradient Exclusion Zones Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement/work.
Slinging	MC Attachments	Slinger	2	Course Information Pre-requisites Must be a minimum age of 18. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS, IWA or COSS. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 2. Must have a good level of literacy to meet Entry Qualifications. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). Must hold a Machine Controller host Machine competence. Primary Objectives At the end of the training the delegate will be able to: Describe the duties of a Slinger Describe the duties of the Crane Controller (CC) Describe the terminology associated with crane working Have an awareness of the legislation regarding crane working Pre Use Inspection of various lifting accessories Use various lifting accessories to sling loads Demonstrate BS7121 hand signals Explain the work to the lift plan, as briefed by the CC Describe the action to be taken in the event of lifting accessories becoming defective

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Dumper (NO competency card)

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Excavator

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Excavator Crane

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Excavator Tandem Lifting

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Highway Permissible Vehicle

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MEWP Attachments

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Personal Track Safety

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Self Propelled MEWP (competency card)

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Self Propelled MEWP (No competency card)

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Crane Operator

Excavator Crane

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Excavator Tandem Lifting

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Machine Operator

Crawler / Tractor Dozer

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Dump Truck (competency card)

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Dump Truck (No competency card)

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