Level Crossing Attendant Initial Course

What is it for:

At times on the railway, level crossings may need to be operated locally/manually due to failure or to ensure safety to both rail workers and associated plant and the public crossing the tracks during T2 and T3 blocks.

Who should attend:

Anyone over the age of 18 who is required to manually operate level crossing barriers which have failed or otherwise are required to be placed on local control, or to assist the signaller in the operation of the level crossing.

As a Level Crossing Attendant is classed as working alone, they must either hold COSS or IWA competency as a pre-requisite. Any COSS with a Red Triangle on their card is prohibited from working alone on the Infrastructure and therefore is not eligible to attend.

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of the course, the candidates will be able to demonstrate their understanding and ability to operate level crossing barriers correctly in line with Network Rail Rule Book GE/RT8000 series, and the Railway Group Standard GO/RT3262 Auxiliary Operating Duties.

What does it contain:

• Introduction.
• Level Crossing types.
• Duties.
• Operation
• Theory assessment
• Practical assessment

How is it taught:

Tutor led sessions, along with group discussions, brainstorming exercises, with desktop scenarios to practice the skills delegates have just learnt.

The theory and practical assessments at the end of the course are to determine satisfactory competence.

Features:

Delegates will be provided with a AOD Level Crossing Attendant Key Point Card when attending the course.

Requirements:

• Confirmation of Sponsorship to attend course
• Current Sentinel Card
• Rule Book

Duration:      1day