Course Aims
The aim of the course is to provide delegates with the skills and underpinning knowledge required to undertake Machine Controller - Demountable Machine / RMMM duties.
Who is this course suitable for?
This module is designed to train persons who are responsible for undertaking Machine Controller Demountable Machine (RMMM) duties on the Network Rail Infrastructure.
Course Objectives
It is designed to develop a person’s knowledge, understanding and skills and is aimed at persons required to prove their competence in these areas. This course covers the control of the following machines:
- Mini Tamper
- Sleeper Suite
- Trac-gopher
- Clipper
- Motorised Trolley
At the end of the training the delegate will be able to:
- Describe how each Demountable Machine/RMMM is designed to function under normal operating conditions
- What equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations
- How each of the items listed below will affect the protection arrangements, the way work is completed and how to confirm that the machine is suitable.
- Lines that remain open to traffic
- Signal structures and equipment
- Gradient
- Cant
- Bridges
- Platforms
- Overhead Line & Power lines
- Third and fourth rail electrified lines
- Tunnels
- Level Crossings
Further course content includes:
- What preparatory checks need to be completed on the machine including:
- Pre-start checks/maintenance are complete/documented
- Machine Controller’s checklist is completed
- Brakes are operational and fit for purpose
- Emergency protection equipment is available Briefly describe the main functions of all relevant controls available to the Demountable Machine/RMMM Driver/Operator, especially those which may also be used by the Machine Controller in an emergency
- Avoid the Demountable Machine/ RMMM being placed in an un-braked condition
- Demonstrate their ability to read a work plan and communicate its content effectively
- Control the movement of the Demountable Machine/RMMM considering:
- Status of the infrastructure – Condition of the track; Position and type of points; Obstructions caused by infrastructure equipment/structures and/or other work; How to establish the extent of the movement
- What information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement
Whilst authorising a movement of the Demountable Machine/RMMM the delegate should be able to explain how they would take account of:
- · Worksites and people working in the immediate area
- · Other machines working adjacent to the machine being operated
- · Obstructions caused by infrastructure equipment/structures and/or other work
- · Level crossings
- · Other lines open to traffic
- · Passengers on platforms
Additional Information
Candidates must hold current and valid Machine Controller & OTP Core Competence.
Pre-Requisite Requirements
It is the Sponsors responsibility to ensure candidates booked onto the course are eligible for the training they are to receive and in line with any relevant medical level or restriction that may apply, in accordance with NR/L2/OHS/00124 Competence Specific Fitness Medical Requirements.
Please be aware that candidates will be treated on a training event as if they are at work and they must comply with the relevant medical policy and bring their Sentinel card which will be swiped at the start of the course.
Must be a minimum age of 18.
Meet the medical requirements of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Competence Specific Fitness Medical Requirements to medical level 1 or 2 and Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/0120 (Drugs & Alcohol).
Must have sufficient command of English language as detailed in Network Rail Company Specification NR/L2/CTM/021 (Competence & Training in Track Safety).
Must bring Sentinel card with valid PTS (must be out of Learning Support)
Please advise of any additional needs within a learning environment, such as Dyslexia, amongst candidates in advance of the course.
Must Bring Photo ID - For British Nationals, one of the following (original hard copy - not electronically): a current and valid branded form of identity token, used for accessing the RMI (Railway Maintained Infrastructure) such as a Sentinel Card; in-date and valid full driving licence; in-date and valid UK Provisional Photo Card Driving Licence; in-date and valid passport, a UK biometric ID Card/Residence Permit (BRP), an Armed Forces Identity Card, a proof of age card recognised under PASS with a unique reference number (this includes the Citizen ID Card), N.I. Electoral Identity Card or a resident permit as per Home Office guidance.
For Non-British Nationals - an in-date and valid passport, Identity Card or Driving Licence from an EU or European Economic Area (EEA) country or a US Passport Card is required (original hard copy - not electronically).
PPE Visibility clothing to RIS-3279-TOM standard, hard hat, Safety boots with full ankle and mid-sole protection and gloves.
It is the responsibility of the individual trainees Manager to decide upon their suitability to attend the course in accordance with the current issue of NR/L2/CTM/021 Competence & Training in Track Safety.