Course Name
Basic Working at Height - Vegetation Management Staff
Course Description
<p>Provides the underpinning knowledge and practical experience on the safe and effective use of company issued personal fall protection and associated equipment.</p>
<p>PPE Requirements - Head Protection, Foot Protection, Hi-Vis Clothing, Safety Glasses to BS EN 166 F, Hand Protection</p>
Audience
Anyone required to work at height on Network Rail Off Track operations, specifically on trackside embankments and cuttings, where the use of personal fall protection equipment for access is required.
As manufacturers rate their harness’ to a specific weight, if when wearing full PPE and carrying any tools takes you beyond 22st/140kg, you are therefore not eligible to attend this course.
Duration:
1 Day(s)
Class size:
8
Competence Name Awarded:
Working at Height - Basic.
Competence Awarded:
HSE T41HSE T41.04
Course Code:
S&SD/OH&S/WHVMS
Prerequisite Name:
N/A
Prerequisite Short Code:
N/A
Skills Assessment Scheme Regime:
N/A
Course Type:
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Course Name
Buildings & Civils – Geotechnical - Effects of Vegetation
Course Description
<p>This eLearning forms part of the Geotechnics Training Programme and will explore the effects of vegetation on earthworks. There are two Network Rail Standards that relate to vegetation and will be covered during this module which are NR/L2/CIV/086 Module 13: Management of Vegetation on Earthworks, and NR/L2/OTK/5201: Lineside Vegetation Management Manual. This training will be of use to you should you refer to either of these standards as part of your job role.<br />
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Audience
Geotechnical Engineers and those involved in the management of lineside vegetation.
Duration:
1 Hour Day(s)
Class size:
Competence Name Awarded:
N/A
Competence Awarded:
N/A
Course Code:
GeoM9
Prerequisite Name:
N/A
Prerequisite Short Code:
Skills Assessment Scheme Regime:
Course Type:
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Course Name
Operate Flail (vegetation control) Attachment
Course Description
Provides the skills and underpinning knowledge required to operate the Flail (vegetation control) attachment including the hazards, risks specific to operation, communication protocols, the methods used to identify components and the operation of the attachment, pre-operational requirements, defect monitoring, how to use the attachment safely and the correct and safe methods of shut down isolate and secure, actions to take in an emergency situation.
Audience
Anyone required to operate the Flail (vegetation control) attachment.
Duration:
0.5 Day(s)
Class size:
4
Competence Name Awarded:
Operate Flail (vegetation control) Attachment
Competence Awarded:
OTP Op Att 16
Course Code:
OTP Op Att 16
Prerequisite Name:
Personal Track Safety
Meet the medical requirements of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124: Competence Specific Medical Requirements
Meet the requirements of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol);
On Track Plant Core
Must hold competence for the compatible host machine
Prerequisite Short Code:
PTS OTP Core
Skills Assessment Scheme Regime:
5
Course Type:
How to Book
Course Name
Vegetation & Tree Inspection & Maintenance Level 1
Course Description
<p>This e-learning course provides learners an awareness level of knowledge regarding how to effectively manage vegetation and trees according to Network Rail standards. Participants will learn about the vegetation lifecycle, relevant standards and documentation, inspection processes, best practice maintenance, safety principles, and the management of invasive species. By completing this course, participants will gain an awareness of the knowledge related to conducting inspections and maintenance activities in compliance with Network Rail standards.</p>
Audience
Individuals responsible for off track maintenance or renewals involving trees and vegetation, including maintenance and inspection tasks. Also, individuals who interact with those performing these tasks.
Duration:
0.25 Day(s)
Class size:
Competence Name Awarded:
Competence Awarded:
Course Code:
OTK-V
Prerequisite Name:
Prerequisite Short Code:
Skills Assessment Scheme Regime:
Course Type:
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