DCCR Initial

PTSDCCR1

Course Type: Class

Duration: 1 day

Cost : £105 per delegate

Aims

The competency DC Conductor Rail (DCCR) is required if you wish to work on the Network Rail infrastructure where there is third rail (an additional rail supplying electric current, used in some electric railway systems), these areas are predominantly London, Mersey Rail and the Northern City Limits.

Objectives

After successfully completing the course you will be able to:

Describe the principles of the DC Electrified system
Identify the main components of the DC conductor rail system
Identify hazards and risks associated with being near or adjacent to the DC conductor rail
Describe how to cross the DC conductor rail safely
Describe how to transit tools and equipment safely across the DC conductor rail
Describe defects that would render insulated tools and equipment unfit for purpose
Identify hazards associated with working within DC isolations
Describe the work safe and emergency response procedures
Demonstrate how to inspect insulated tools before use
Demonstrate the correct application and removal of conductor rail shields
Identify defective tools and shields
Identify the three risk control areas as stated in NR/L3/MTC/EP0152
Demonstrate how to cross the conductor rail safely
Explain how to safely transit tools, materials and equipment within the DC electrified area
Demonstrate how to apply a Track Circuit Operating Clip safely

Summary

Upon successful completion of this course, your new competency will be uploaded to Sentinel by one of our administrators. Sentinel smart cards are ordered directly from Sentinel at www.railsentinel.co.uk (at your own cost).