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With the increased number of construction activities happening on or around our railways, more people than ever are exposed to the hazards and risks of working in a railway environment. All individuals working on the rail network must be trained on how to safely work in this environment before they begin work. Universal Rail Systems is committed to offering the highest quality training for all industry needs.
We offer courses in-person or virtual, depending on what the customer’s needs are. We can work with you if you’re interested in purchasing a class date and remain customizable to your needs. Please send an email to trainingsolutions@universalrail.com with your training requests or to get a quote.
Course(s) Overview
Universal Rail Systems is committed to helping you meet your training needs. For track protection, we have different course options:
- Safety Watch/Lone Worker (SW/LW): 1-day or 3-day options: This course has a theory component which covers all applicable rules and instructions for SW/LW protection on Metrolinx property. The one-day option is a theory classroom session designed for around 8 hours, including breaks. The three-day option includes the theory classroom day and adds two field days where participants will practically apply the SW/LW protection.
- Non-main Track (CROR 841): 1-day or 3-day options: This course has a theory component which covers all applicable rules and instructions for non-main track (CROR 841) protection on Metrolinx property. The one-day option is a theory classroom session designed for around 8 hours, including breaks. The three-day option includes the theory classroom day and adds four field days where participants will practically apply the non-main track protection.
- Track Occupancy Permit (TOP) 1-day or 6-day options: This course has a theory component which covers all applicable rules and instructions for TOP protection on Metrolinx property. The one-day option is a theory classroom session designed around 8 hours, including breaks. The six-day option includes the theory classroom day and adds five field days where participants will practically apply the TOP protection.
- CROR 842 Sub-foreman 1-day or 10-day options: This course has a theory component which covers all applicable rules and instructions for CROR 842 Sub-foreman protection on Metrolinx property. The one-day option is a theory classroom session designed for around 8 hours, including breaks. The ten-day option includes the theory classroom day and adds nine field days where participants will practically apply the CROR 842 Sub-foreman protection.
- CROR 842 Foreman 1-day or 10-day options: This course has a theory component which covers all applicable rules and instructions for CROR 842 Foreman protection on Metrolinx property. The one-day option is a theory classroom session designed for around 8 hours, including breaks. The ten-day option includes the theory classroom day and adds nine field days where participants will practically apply the CROR 842 Foreman protection.
- USRC Familiarization 1-day or 3-day options: This course has a theory and practical component, which covers all applicable rules and instructions for the Union Station Rail Corridor (USRC) Metrolinx property. The one-day theory classroom session is designed around all rules and instructions pertaining to the USRC. The second and third day, if you opt for the 3-day course, will encompass navigating the entire USRC territory while practicing to use the schematics and learning the basics of the USRC railway.
- Organizational Diligence 1-day: This course is a theory-based, in-class course that covers the requirements for qualifying and managing track protection personnel. The course will cover components on evaluations, attestation, inspections, observations, supervision, documentation and retention.
- Custom Option – the above does not fit your training needs? Contact us with your specific request, and we will work on custom options for you.
After successful completion of any of these courses, you will receive a certificate of training.
Pre-requisites
Pre-requisites required for theory courses:
- Metrolinx Personal Track Safety (PTS) 1-day course
Pre-requisites required for field courses:
- Metrolinx Personal Track Safety (PTS) 1-day course
- Metrolinx approved CROR/GEI
As part of the Track Protection courses, you will be required to:
- Read and acknowledge the terms and conditions.
- Attend the scheduled training session.
- Actively participate in the training session.
- Complete a Knowledge Assessment at the end of the course days.
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