Points Operator (PO)
During the PO course, candidates will access a set of points on the network and be shown how to operate them manually, this will allow them to help with the movement of Trains, Engineering Trains, On Track Machines and Road Rail Vehicles on the infrastructure.
Candidates will be told who to take instruction from on the network and be shown how to apply the rule book standards to the job role, they will be shown how to take local control and operate the points in a safe manner using scotch blocks and clips during the practical element included in the course.
Suitability - Who should attend?
Candidates must have an in-date PTS competence and must also hold valid TSC. Learning Support for previous competencies must be completed.
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Outcome / Qualification
On successful completion of the course, your documentation will be sent to Translink for issuing of the points competency competency on the competency card.
The PO competence is valid for 2 years.