Duration of course: 1 day

Maximum no. of candidates: 6

Minimum no. of candidates: 2

Course aims:
To provide candidates with the skills and underpinning knowledge to enable them to undertake Possession Support duties in line with the Possession Support unit of competence.

Objectives:
At the end of the training candidates will be able to:
• Identify the tasks required to be undertaken by Possession Support.
• Carry out the Duties of the Possession Support competence requirements as specified in the Unit of Competence for Possession Support
• Demonstrate the appropriate behaviours required when conducting Possession Support duties safely and effectively
• Communicate with key personnel in conjunction with the role of Possession Support, using the correct protocols and variety of communication equipment
• Demonstrate the procedures to be carried out for the safe placing and removal of possession protection

Other information:
• NR Level 1 Medical must be held.
• IWA/COSS competence must also be held prior to attending the course
• Following successful completion of the course Infrasafe Training will register candidates with the NCCA for issue of PS certification.
• Re-certification is required every three years and this will be done by assessment requirements.

Venue:
At our modern training centre in Blaydon, near Newcastle upon Tyne, or we can arrange training at a location to suit your needs.

Course content:
1. Welcome & Introduction
2. Overview of Possession Support Role
3. Situational Awareness and Safety Critical Communications
4. RAIB Reading Case Study
5. Preparing for a possession
6. Principles of Working in a Possession Including:
i. Placing Protection
ii. Dealing with train movements
iii. Withdrawing Protection
7. Theory & Practical Assessment
8. Completion of Post Course Training Objectives

Please Note: Any persons holding an IWA/COSS certificate prior to 3rd September 2012 will be required to successfully complete a transitional assessment between this date and 6th September 2014.
 

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