PS (Possession Support)

Course Summary

This course provides delegates with the skills and underpinning knowledge to enable them to undertake Possession Support duties in-line with the Possession Support unit of competence.

Course Aim

Throughout the duration of this course, delegates will learn how to:

Identify the tasks required to be undertaken by Possession Support.
Carry out the duties and behaviours and demonstrate the procedures to be carried out for the safe placing and removal of possession protection.

Course Award

Delegates will be awarded with a Sentinel recognised certificate upon successful completion of this course. An update to the candidate’s Sentinel card, showing PS competence, will be applied for.

Prerequisites and Requirements

Must be a minimum age of 18.
Must meet the medical requirements of Network Rail Standard. NR/L2/OHS/00124 Competence Specific Fitness Medical Requirements Level 1.
In addition, the requirements of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00120 (Drugs and Alcohol) must be met.
Must have sufficient command of English language, and of the English language as detailed in Network Rail Company Specification NR/L2/CTM/021 (Competence & Training in Track Safety).
Must hold a valid Sentinel Track Safety Card endorsed with PTS and IWA or COSS.
The candidate cannot hold a blue circle or red triangle on their Sentinel Card.

Course Duration

1 day