JOINING INSTRUCTIONS ES (Initial)

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Event Details

Name of Training Event: ES (Initial)

Approximate Duration of Training: 1 Day (Approx. 5 hours)

Arrival & Start Time: 0915 arrival for 0930 start

Contact Details

Location of Training:

On Track Technicians Ltd, The Sidings, Building 4, Lisburn, BT28 3AJ

OTT Training Centre Contact Number:

028 92025022

 

Brief Description of Event

  • ES (Initial) is normally valid for 2 years.

  • However, if used infrequently individuals must refresh their competency.

  • The ES (Initial) is a certification of qualification and competency, consisting of a classroom presentation, followed by written and practical assessments.  The training and assessment will be carried out by an authorised and qualified trainer/assessor.

  • Upon successful completion of the Initial Course, arrangements will be made to issue an updated PTS card.

 

Requirements

  • Please bring your PTS Card.

  • We also require a ‘Certified True Copy’ of your current Railway Medical and D+A to have been sent to us at least 5 working days prior to training.

  • You do not require railway PPE for the ES (Initial) course , as this is a classroom event.

  • Tidy casual dress is acceptable.  No sports vests or shorts.  NO WORK BOOTS ARE PERMITTED IN THE TRAINING BUILDING.

  • Bring your own COVID face covering.

  • Lunch will be provided.  Please contact OTT Training Centre at least 2 days before the training if you have any special dietary requirements. We would recommend anyone with severe allergies to provide their own lunch. Tea/Coffee will also be provided.

  • Please bring reading glasses if you need them.

  • If you have a barrier to learning or require any further support during your training, please contact the training centre in advance, this will allow us to make the necessary adjustments so that you get the most from your training.

  • A pen and notepaper will be provided.

Note:  Please allow plenty of time to travel and arrive for training on time.  If you cannot attend the training for any reason, please inform your Manager beforehand, or on the day, please notify OTT Training Centre (before the start time).

Latecomers will be turned away after the course has started.  Late comers who are turned away, or cancellations within 10 days of the course event will still be charged in full.