AP: Authorised Person

Course Summary

This course is designed to train Level B (Authorised) persons who are responsible for working under direction of the Level A (Nominated) Person to achieve isolations on AC OLE in their daily work.

It is designed to develop a person’s knowledge, understanding and skills in the areas of these competences.

Course Aim

To instruct delegates how to determine and fulfil their role and responsibilities when undertaking Level B (Authorised) person duties.

This course is designed to ensure delegates are fully aware of the dangers that can arise in the course of Level B (Authorised) person’s duties.

Course Award

Delegates will be awarded with a Sentinel-recognised certificate upon successful completion of this course.

Prerequisites and Requirements

Minimum age of 18.
Possess adequate written and verbal communication skills in English, to a level necessary to avoid danger.
Must hold a valid Sentinel Track Safety Card and meet the requirements of NR/L2/CTM/021 – Competence and Training in Track Safety.
Meet the medical requirements of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Competence Specific Fitness Medical Requirements.
In addition, the requirements of Network Rail Specification NR/L2/OHS/00120 (Drugs & Alcohol) must be met.
Must hold a valid Sentinel Track Safety Card endorsed with PTS AC competence.
Must have had at least three month’s workplace experience in an OLE Maintenance team or had relevant experience in an OLE Construction team.
Must have completed the First Aid for Electrical Accidents course and hold current certification.

Course Duration

3 days