Machine Controller - (MCHPV) Highway Permissible Vehicle

This module is designed to train persons who are responsible for undertaking Machine Controller Highway Permissible Vehicle duties on Network Rail Infrastructure. The aim of the course is to provide delegates with the skills and underpinning knowledge required to undertake Machine Controller of Highway Permissible Vehicle duties.

Machine Controller - Highway Permissible Vehicle Rail Plant Courses

Candidates attending this course will obtain the skills and knowledge required to undertake Machine Controller - highway permissible vehicle duties.

Learning Objectives

  • Describe how Highway Permissible Vehicle is designed to function under normal operating conditions.
  • Describe what equipment documentation and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations.
  • Describe what preparatory checks need to be completed on the machine including:
    • Pre-start checks/maintenance are complete/documented.
    • Machine Controller's checklist is completed.
    • Brakes are operational and fit for purpose.
    • Emergency protection equipment is available.
  • Briefly describe the main functions of all relevant controls available to the Highway Permissible Vehicle Driver/Operator, especially those which may also be used by the Machine Controller in an emergency.
  • Avoid the Highway Permissible Vehicle being placed in an un-braked condition.
  • Demonstrate their ability to read a work plan and communicate its content effectively.
  • Control the movement of the Highway Permissible Vehicle taking into account:
    • Status of the infrastructure –Condition of the track, Position and type of points, Obstructions caused by infrastructure equipment/structures and/or other work, How to establish the extent of the movement.
    • Where the movements are –Towing, Propelling.
  • What information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement.
  • Whilst authorising a movement of the Highway Permissible Vehicle the delegate should be able to explain how they would take account of:
    • Worksites and people working in the immediate area.
    • Other machines working adjacent to the machine being operated.
    • Obstructions caused by infrastructure equipment/structures and/or other work.
    • Level crossings.
    • Other lines open to traffic.
    • Passengers on platforms.

Pre-Requisites (detailed)

  • Delegate must be at least 18 years old
  • Delegate must hold a valid Sentinel Track Safety Card and meet the requirements of NR/L2/CTM/021 - Competence and Training in Track Safety.
  • Delegate must have Personal Track Safety (PTS) competence.
  • Meet the medical requirements of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Competence Specific Fitness Medical Requirements.
  • Meet the requirements of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol). A drugs and alcohol test must have been carried out no more than 12 months prior to attending training event.
  • Delegate must have current On Track Plant Core (OTP-Core) Competence.

Course Details

  • Course Code: MCHPV
    Course usually takes 1 Days to complete.
  • Course Name: Machine Controller - Highway Permissible Vehicle
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Pre-Requisites (Basic)

  • 18 Years Old Or Over
  • Sentinel Track Safety Card
  • PTS Competence
  • Medical Fitness Requirement
  • Drug & Alcohol Test
  • OTP Core Competence
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