Personal track safety initial rail safety training. Network rail decided to introduce the swl as a single accountable person after investigations into incidents, and comparing rail to the way safety is. Safety training services course profile personal track. What is the minimum position of safety a line with a maximum speed of 100 mph. The pts certification works on a 2year refresher cycle and on completion of the pts refresher course you can continue working anywhere on the network rail managed infrastructure. Refer to sop track access planning a safe system of work network rail infrastructure network rail pts and other track competency training, and specification with the rule book pts handbook relevant to the activity to be complied with at all times. Nr rt3170 issue 9 a guide to personal track safety pts handbook. Infrasafe is an nsar approved and achilles registered supplier of railway operations training.
Running lines are used by trains to go from place to place. Trainers guide to the pts elearning system network rail. Correctly interpret the relevant parts of the rule book, the track safety handbook and will understand the relevant aspects of the sentinel scheme. Corrected version of 2015 rail rule book this rule book is an edited version of the 2015 rail rule book, including the corrections made and noted in the first printing of the 2015 rail rule book. Anyone who has a current personal track safety pts sentinel card that is due to expire and has a requirement to continue working on the network rail controlled railway infrastructure. Personal track safety, known as pts, is a qualification required by people who. Interpret correctly rule book, track safety handbook and relevant local instructions when required to go on or near the line. On completion of the practical day, the trainer will be able to unlock. Guide to personal track safety issue 9 june 20 replaces issue 8 december 2010 personal track safety, known as pts, handbook for sentinel track safety card holders, signallers and crossing keepers and visitors to the infrastructure who have a track visitor permit. Quiz on personal track safety, created by shanicd dawson on 08032017. It utilizes smartphone technology to validate workforce competence and authority to work via a mobile application. Personal track safety pts is a system of safer working practices employed within the united kingdom designed to ensure the safety of railway workers who have to work on or near the line the principal hazards include collisions between a rail vehicle and a track worker, electrocution from traction power sources third rail, fourth rail, ohle and trips and falls. Need for access at track level to be avoided where possible.
Any changes to rules and procedures since august 2015 have been released as bulletins and notices which remain in effect. We are always looking for qualified, experienced construction people. Rt3170 issue 9 june 1, 20 a guide to personal track safety pts handbook a description is not available for this item. The personal track safety pts qualification also known as a sentinel card enables you to work on the railway including ac and dccr electrified lines. This standard applies to all design work carried out on existing and new track assets for use in network rail infrastructure. To act as a controller of site safety coss, you must. When you refer to rule book and handbook modules e.
This is sometimes known as a pts or track safety card. Our accredited courses range from the standard personal track safety pts training through to the higher level competencies of engineering supervisor and safe system of work planner. This standard gives the requirements for the design of track alignments and layouts. Handbooks network rail complementary downloads tykon group. Network rail has produced a keypoints document nr9922 personal track safety pdf which you can download from their safety central web page. Nrl3trk2049 issue 14 track design handbook active, most current details. Freight rail safety association of american railroads. Freight railroading is an extremely safe industry and nothing is more important to railroads than safety. Track safety handbooks a guide to personal track safety. Customer safety handbook shipping by rail made easy.
When they select personal track safety from the list of my courses, they will see the course screen. All employees must make a personal commitment to safety and perform their work in a manner that will prevent accidents to themselves, their fellow workers and the public. Some duty holders may consider it appropriate to accept pts cards issued by national network rail. Delegates will also understand and be able to follow a safe system of work. A track visitors permit tvp a personal track safety pts card with a green square symbol on it or, network rail standard maintenance procedure nrprcmtcse0089, new starters mentoring passport scheme safety footwear.
If you have your green cscs card and would like to work for vgc, please fill in our register for work form. In supplying this document, network rail makes no warranties. Personal track safety, known as pts, is a qualification required by people who o on a lineg o within 3 metres 10 feet of a line on the railway side g of any permanent fence or structure arry out engineering or technical work on a platform within c 1. It is adviseable to bring your track safety handbook you will have been provided with this on your pts initial course. All employees must make a personal commitment to safety and perform their work in a manner that will prevent accidents to themselves, their fellow. The pts card, or personal track safety card, enables individuals to legally work on or nearby network rail train tracks. Personal track safety training aims to instruct learners on correctly determining their responsibilities and duties when working on or near the line. Personal track safety pdf which you can download from their safety central. Uncontrolled when printed supersedes gert8000hb1 iss 3 on 05. It checks credentials in seconds and reflects changes instantly. Personal track safety pts is a system of safer working practices employed within the united kingdom designed to ensure the safety of railway workers who have to work on or near the line. Strategic direction for control command and signalling ccs tsi. Please note electronic pdf proofs andor laser proofs are for content and layout only. A safe work leader is the person with overall responsibility for the safety of all planned work on network rail worksites.
The sentinel scheme rules apply to network rail, the managers of. Personal track safety initial introduction this course develops ability to correctly interpret rule book track safety handbook and relevant instructions when required to go on or near the line. We strive to arrive at customer sidings on time and without damage to the product, while always protecting the safety of our employees and our operation. This course is intended for candidates who wish to work on or near the line on network rails infrastructure. The industrys commitment to safety is reflected in safety statistics from the federal railroad administration. There are hundreds of sidings on the railway network, as well as depots and. The card is issued by network rails chosen identity card scheme called sentinel and is valid for 5 years. Understand the rules and regulations that are in force for personal safety which need to be observed when working on or near the line on the railway infrastructure. Nr rt3170 issue 9 a guide to personal track safety pts. He or she will manage operational and task safety risks when working on the rail infrastructure. Primary objectives at the end of the training the delegate will be able to.
For the latest version of all the rule book modules please refer to the. This course is intended for candidates who wish to work on or near the line on network rails infrastructure objectives. This course is a 2 day pts initial course which includes a classroom based pts elearning module. Track safety handbooks network rails infrastructure objectives. If you cant find what youre looking for or are unsure what download is right for you, then please give us a call on 020 8596 5121 and our friendly staff will do their best to help. Strategic direction for safety in railway tunnels tsi. It is designed to help workers to understand the systems that keep them safe. A network rail course designed as an entry level competence. Rail safety is everyones business and there are five key areas outlined below where we need your help. The principal hazards include collisions between a rail vehicle and a track worker, electrocution from traction power sources third rail, fourth rail. This specification applies throughout network rail and to contractors and suppliers working on network rail infrastructure. Track safety handbooks network rail managed infrastructure. These changes by network rail aim to improve safety it is committed to eliminating workforce fatalities and all major injuries.
This course is intended to provide a delegate with the understanding required to successfully interpret the relevant parts of the network rail personal track safety handbook when required to go on or the near line. Information contained in the rule book supersedes any information that is published on this site. Nr rt3170 issue 9 a guide to personal track safety. Pts ac recert incl dccr recert uk railway training ltd. Gert8000hb1 handbook 1 rule book handbook 1 general duties and track safety for track workers if you go on electrified lines, you will also need the relevant electrified lines instructions. Personal track safety pts is a qualification which every worker has to have before being allowed to work on or near any line owned or managed by network rail. Rail safety and standards board limited uncontrolled when printed document comes into force on 05122015 supersedes gert8000hb1 iss 3 on 05122015. Use the dropdown lists below to find the right downloads for you. Personal track safety pts is a system of safer working practices employed within the united kingdom designed to ensure the safety of railway workers who have to work on the lineside.
Pts training aims to make rail workers aware of their surroundings at all times. Personal track safety pts recertification ac who should attend. Contractor safety and environmental management handbook. The same legislation, restrictions, expectations and disclosures apply as to employees. Keypoint cards in order to keep up to date and for version control are available from.
Safety training services course profile personal track safety. The warning will be given by one of the following five methods. Meet the medical requirements of network rail standard nrl2ohs00124 competence specific fitness medical requirements to minimum medical level 4. On successful completion, their trainer will be able to unlock step 2 practical training day. Track safety handbooks willsons group services online shop. Personal track safety pts initial practical course ac. White safety helmet safety footwear polo shirt waistcoat trousers except where the wearer is under. Our lifesaving rules address the 10 most common causes of injury and loss of life on the railway. Based on the three most common safety measures used by the fra, recent years have been the safest in rail history. In addition to the standard network rail course programme, we have developed innovative courses such as hazard. This handbook covers the rules, which must be applied in these. It also contains useful information for other railway workers.
Uncontrolled when printed supersedes gert8000hb1 iss 3. For certain roles, keypoint cards have been produced, to cover the key safety responsibilities and requirements of the track safety roles. Hazard identification risk reduction or mitigation. An authorised walking route is the safest place walk to when on or near the line. Handbook 1 general duties and track safety for track workers. Demonstrate their understanding and ability to follow a safe system of work that their coss will set up for them. Customer safety handbook cp 7 2 overview of customer safety requirements in this handbook 2. The previous system was updated in 2014 and now is incorporated under the sentinel banner. Attendance requirements delegates must be sponsored by an approved organisation, be registered on the sentinel database and have a valid. Issue 4 september 2015 comes into force 05 december 2015 uncontrolled when printed document comes into force on 05122015 supersedes gert8000hb1 iss 3.
Any changes to rules and procedures since august 2015 have been released as bulletins and notices which remain in. Establishing these behaviours sets expectation for our employees and contractors, drawing on our overall values of being accountable, collaborative, challenging and customerdriven. Upon successful completion of the course candidates will be able to. Personal track safety pts initial elearning course at the end of the course the candidate will. Working near or adjacent to dc conductor rails dccr provides learners with the knowledge required to safely carry out their duties in dc electrified areas in line with current network rail. No job on our railway will ever be so important that we cant take the time to do it safely.
Keypoint cards have been produced for many of the track safety competencies. Examples of atws and lows warning equipment train operated warning system tows. Network rail dc lines handbooks size a6 hb rule books about us. Pts handbook rail transport personal protective equipment. Personal track safety, known as pts, is a qualification required by people who go on a line go within 3 metres 10 feet of a line on the railway side of any permanent fence or structure carry out engineering or technical work on a platform within 1. The rail safety and standards board rssb publish a rulebook with guidelines and processes that all of us in the industry must follow to make sure we work safely. The safety of passengers and other members of the public using our infrastructure, the safety of our employees and safety in our partnerships. Having the pts card enures that you and those working alongside you have completed the necessary safety training, are. Customer safety handbook omnitrax shipping by rail. You can find out more about how we apply the highest standards of safety across our business at the links below.
329 68 31 1398 1054 1123 1280 1353 1368 67 199 1538 942 68 1556 910 1017 106 1003 1301 823 297 1125 134 1042 239 1447 13 1031 1233 472 798 680 599 1167