Safe Operation of Rail Drill

Half Day course enabling delegates to become confident and competent in the safe use of a Rail Drill.

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Safe Operation of Rail Drill


Accredited by:QTS Training - In-House


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Course Aims

To train operators in the safe operation of a (Cembre) rail drill including:

  • Health and safety regulations
  • Pre-start inspections 
  • Procedure for dealing with defective equipment
  • Refuelling and recharging
  • Operating machines
  • Post-operational checks

Who is this course suitable for?

This course is for any person who is required to use a rail drill in the course of undertaking work tasks.

This course covers the operation of a (Cembre) rail drill. 

Course Objectives

The objective of this course is to ensure that operatives can safely operate a rail drill in accordance with HSE requirements and guidelines.

This course is also designed so that candidates can learn how to safely use this equipment in a reduced risk environment.

Additional Information

QTS Training Ltd typically teach using a "Cembre (brand) Rail Drill".

Pre Requisites

Delegates must be a minimum age of 16.

Would all candidates please ensure they bring with them their National Insurance Number together with 2 from the following; Company ID, Passport, Driving Licence or some other form of photographic identification.

Candidates are required to bring High Visibility Clothing to include High Visibility (HV) upper body clothing to BS EN 471:2003 class 2 as a minimum (HV tabard); and HV lower body clothing to BS EN 471:2003 class 1 as a minimum (HV trousers or HV over trousers), PPE incl. Hard Hat, and Safety footwear.  Eye protection must conform to BS EN166 (safety goggles of Grade 1 impact standard (now EN166B). 

-    Hand Protection to EN 388:2016 Level C as minimum. (Cut 5) Close cuffed.
-    Ear Protection to EN352 standard

If any candidates have any additional needs within a learning environment, such as Dyslexia, please inform us before the course begins.