Rail - Track Safety Courses

The Level B Switching and Strapping course consists of theory and practical elements including;

• Legislation and industry standards appertaining to isolation of the conductor rail
• 'Traction Power supply System' associated with DC Electrified Lines
• Types of switches that are used as part of the isolation process including 'Hook Switches' and 'Track Isolating Switches'
• The roles and responsibilities of people involved in the isolation procedure
• The isolation process and the procedures that need to be followed including authorisation, qualifications and safety
• Testing and Strapping Equipment
• Testing and Strapping Procedures
• Use an approved Live Line Tester to prove the Conductor is not energised
• Open and close switches in a safe and efficient manner in line with industry standards
• Operate switches under the instruction of a Level 'A' Person on Network Rail Infrastructure
• Knowledge of the 'Mentoring' and 'Assessment' process and the requirement for completing a 'Log Book'.

On successful completion of the Level B Switching and Strapping course, you are free to assist in the DC isolations process anywhere on the Network Rail Managed Infrastructure.