Amtrain

Assessor Award

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Assessor Award Course Overview 2012.

Introduction

Assessment qualifications are changing and by 2015 the award will be known as AG30200 with two distinct units which require guided learning hours. The level 3 award in assessing competence in the workplace is a practical based qualification intended for assessor’s who assess occupational competence in an individual work environment and is mapped to National Occupational Standards.

The award as mentioned is divided into two units:

UV30564 – Assess occupational competence in the work environment, which has a credit value of 6, and requires 30 Guided Learning Hours.
UV30563 – Understanding the principles and practices of assessment, which has a credit value of 3, and requires 24 Guided Learning Hours?

The course consists of the following:

A two day introduction to the award in a classroom environment which introduces the candidates to the two units and the award.

Creating a portfolio of evidence which is seen as the prime source of evidence to achieve the award.
A one day workshop in the candidate’s workplace.
An observation of the candidate(s) performing assessments in the workplace
Completion of the awarding body record of assessment handbook (under the supervision of the trainer).
Support from the trainer to the candidate to achieve the award.

The award also covers the following areas as part of the ongoing support.

Mentoring and observation of the candidate conducting assessments in the work environment (Minimum of 3 assessments).

1 observation by the trainer of the candidate.
Evidence of contributing to standardisation of company processes and procedures.
Examining products of work
Questioning of the learner
Witness testimony (Use of others)
Recognising prior learning
Understanding evidence requirements
Recognising other people involved in the assessment process.

Price: £850 per delegate (this includes the 2 day initial course and the 2 workshops)

Individual Working Alone Initial

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Duration: 3 days

Information to follow.

Stressing Levels 1 & 2

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Details to follow

Line Clear Verification Brief

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£50 per candidate

Hand Trolley Controller

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SSOWP COSS/IWA Conversion

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Course details coming soon!

Engineering Supervisor Re-Cert

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OVERVIEW

The Engineering Supervisor initial course is designed with the focus upon the role of the delegate within the scope of implementing safe systems of work, whilst attaining and understanding of how to utilise the available resources required whilst working in a T3 Possession, including safe working practices and controlling train movements.

This course is essential for personnel who are to conduct Engineering Supervisor duties whilst setting up a work site within a possession and which may include engineering train movements.

COURSE DURATION

2 days.

NO. OF DELEGATES

Up to a maximum of 6.

COURSE PRE-REQUISITES

That the candidate currently holds a valid Sentinel Safety Card.
That the candidate’s suitability has been verified by their line manager.
It is the responsibility of delegates’ management system to ensure that the delegate currently holds a COSS competence.
That the candidate is in possession of a current competency Logbook.

DELIVERY

The course will be presented by approved trainers in the classroom using the accompanying visual aids, Power point presentations and simulated classroom assessment sessions.

Other appropriate visual aids can be shown and discussed, sufficient time being allowed to answer delegate’s questions and points of discussion.

COMPETENCE

The training will be followed by theory and practical assessments.

Successful delegates will be recommended for assessment of competence under their Employer’s Competence Management System.

COURSE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

To understand the role of the Engineering Supervisor and under what circumstances they may be appointed.
Be able to interpret reference documentation, plans and what information will be provided during a pre planning meeting.
Implement procedures applicable to GERT 8000 – HB 12 Issue 1
Understand the importance of briefings and communications protocols.
How to conduct emergency protection of a railway line.
Identify and understand the role and appointment of a PICOP or SPICOP.
To be able to follow clear procedures before, during and after the commencement of the work
Correctly identify protocols to be followed when organising or initiating all train movements.
State hand back, suspension or over running procedures including change over protocols.

CERTIFICATION

Upon successful completion of the course and any additional modules the National Competency Control Agency (NCCA) will be informed of a decision of competence and the candidate will be issued with a new Sentinel card stating ES.

Personal Track Safety Re-Cert

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INTRODUCTION
This is the entry level qualification for anyone who wishes to work in the rail industry. If you expect your work to involve maintenance or repair of the track or affect track geometry then you would need an extra level of competency. Please see TRACK INDUCTION. This document specifies the subject matter to be covered in the course and gives guidance on how it is to be presented.

COURSE AIM
To instruct staff on correctly determining their responsibilities and duties when working on
or Near the Line.

NO OF DELEGATES
The MAXIMUM number of delegates permitted is 12 for the classroom sessions. For the
practical session a maximum of 6 delegates can be taken ‘On or Near the Line’ by one
trainer.

OBJECTIVE
At the end of this course delegates will be able to:
1. Demonstrate their ability to interpret correctly the Rule Book GE/RT 8000 Series or
Personal Track Safety Handbook (TSH) and relevant local instructions when
required to go ‘On or Near the Line’.
2. Demonstrate their understanding and ability to follow a Safe System of Work.

COURSE SESSIONS
Personal Trackside Safety – Issue 14 – December 2009
PTS Training Section 2 – Page 5 of 56

DELIVERY
The course will be presented by approved trainers in the classroom using appropriate
visual aids and supplemented by the MANDATORY trackside visit and assessment.

COMPETENCE
The training will be followed by theory and practical assessments. Results will be
forwarded by the training provider to the NCCA for issue of a Sentinel Track Safety Card.
A ‘Temporary Track Safety Certificate’ can be issued if required in accordance with
Sentinel procedures/rules.

PRE-REQUISITES
Candidates must meet the medical requirements detailed in the current issue of Network Rail Specification
NR/L2/CTM/021 Competence & Training in Personal Track Safety
Meet the requirements for a negative pre employment drugs screen detailed in the current
issue of NR/L1/OHS/051: Drugs & Alcoholissue of NR/L1/OHS/051: Drugs & Alcohol

DURATION
The course duration is two days, on the second day you will have the MANDATORY track visit so suitable workwear and personal protective equipment should be worn, including safety footwear which you should bring with you if you have them.

Controller of Site Safety Re-Cert

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Course OverviewThe Controller of Site Safety initial course is designed with the focus upon the role of the delegate within the scope of implementing safe systems of work, whilst attaining and understanding of how to utilise the available resources required “whilst on or near the line”.This course is essential for personnel who are to control a group of people “whilst on or near the line”.Candidate Requirements

That the candidate currently holds a valid Sentinel Safety Card.
That the candidate’s suitability has been verified by their line manager.
It is the responsibility of delegates’ Local Manager to decide upon their suitability to attend this course, in accordance with the current issue of NR/L2/CTM/021 – Competence and Training in Track Safety.
That the candidate is in possession of a current Personal Track Safety Logbook.

The course is designed to cater for a maximum of EIGHT candidates only.

Delivery

The course will be presented by trainers in the classroom using the accompanying visual aids, Power point presentations and where appropriate supplemented by trackside sessions.

Other appropriate visual aids can be shown and discussed, sufficient time being allowed to answer delegate’s questions and points of discussion.

COMPETENCE

The training will be followed by theory and practical assessments.

Successful delegates will be recommended for assessment of competence under Employer’s Competence Management System.

Course Aims and Objectives

To understand the role of the Individual working alone, Controller of Site Safety and, if applicable the Protection Controller.
Be able to interpret reference documentation.
Understand the principles of Risk Minimisation (RIMINI).
Understand the difference between working in a Red or Green Zone
Implement Rule Book GE/RT8000 procedures T2/T3/T4/T12.
Understand the importance of briefings and communications protocols.
How to conduct emergency protection of a railway line.
Identify and understand the role of the Rail Incident Officer (RIO).
To be issued with a Overhead Line Permit (OLP) and understand its condition of issue.
To be issued with a Conductor Rail Permit (CRP) and understand its condition of issue.

Certification

Course of the Month

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Amtrain’s Course of the Month for September is…

Controller of Site Safety Initial

This means, for the month of September you can get a COSS Initial course for 25% off the normal rate.

For bookings please phone 01283 792 633 or email sales@amtrain.co.uk and quote course of the month.