PTS Initial is made up of two parts; Personal Track Safety (PTS AC) and DCCR (PTS DCCR)
Day 1
Who is this for?
Anyone who is required to work “on or near the line” (within 3m of the nearest rail normally or 1.25m of a station platform edge) is required to be qualified in PTS. This includes lines that are either not electrified or have Overhead Line Electrification (OLE). Lines electrified by DC Conductor Rails (commonly referred to as either 3rd or 4th rails) also require PTS DCCR training. Anyone who is required to work in area electrified by DC Conductor Rails (commonly referred to as either 3rd or 4th rails) must also undergo PTS DCCR training, even if the rails are isolated at the time. Examples of such areas are Merseyrail in Liverpool, Watford to London and the South East.
Learning Objectives
At the end of this course delegates will be able to:
Understand the Lifesaving Rules.
Know how to deal with emergency situations.
Communicate effectively.
Understand the pre-work briefing and work safely as instructed.
Identify the areas of the track and features such as signage, electrification or telephones.
Cross the track safely.
What do you need to attend this course?
You must have a valid sponsor who will complete the booking form set up your e-learning.An approv
ed medical and alcohol/drugs test.
You must have successfully completed the on-line PTS e-learning module.
A form of valid photo ID – passport, driving licence, sentinel card.
What happens after I pass the course?
Your Sentinel Track Safety card takes approximately 1 week to arrive and will be ordered and received by your sponsor.
We will issue a work experience log book in which to record your experience. This will help your sponsor determine when you no longer need learner support.
Workers in learning support are required to wear a blue safety helmet (hard hat).
Associated Courses
PTS DCCR/ICI/OLEC1
Day 2
Learning Objectives
At the end of this course delegates will be able to:
Understand the Lifesaving Rules that apply to DCCR.
Know how to deal with emergency situations.
Understand the principle of the DC electrified system.
Understand the pre-work briefing and work safely as instructed.
Identify the conductor rail components on the track.
Cross the track safely.
Be able to identify insulated tools and how to inspect them before use.
Identify hazards that could be present in isolations.
Understand the three risk levels when working on or near to conductor rails.
Be able to inspect, fit and remove conductor rail shields.
What do you need to attend this course?
You must have a valid sponsor who will complete the booking form.
A valid medical and alcohol/drugs test.
You must have successfully completed the PTS AC course.
A valid form of photo id – valid passport, driving licence, sentinel card.
What happens after I pass the course?
Your Sentinel Track Safety card will be updated to include PTS DCCR.
Associated Courses
PTS AC/OLEC1
Cost
PTS Initial £230.00 + £10.50 Sentinel Charge
