Power Distribution/ Electrifcation
DC Engineering
Training
Richardson Rail Services Ltd. delivers high-quality railway training that is informative, engaging and focused on giving learners the knowledge and practical skills they need.
As an accredited training provider with NSAR, Network Rail and RISQS, we deliver recognised training to the standards expected across the rail industry.
Based in the Southern region, we are a growing training provider supported by an experienced team of industry professionals, trainers and assessors. We offer a wide range of railway training, including both Sentinel and non-Sentinel courses.
Many of our approved training capabilities have been awarded directly by Network Rail, reflecting the knowledge, experience and high standards within our team.
Whether you’re looking to develop your workforce, maintain competencies or arrange specialist railway training, Richardson Rail Services is here to support your training needs.
To undertake any training, your booking must be arranged through your Primary Sponsor. We are unable to accept bookings for individuals who do not have the appropriate Sentinel sponsorship in place.
Before attending, some training , delegates should also ensure that their Sentinel records are up to date. Where applicable, shifts should be correctly swiped using your Sentinel card, or the relevant work experience and entries should be recorded in your work experience logbook (Blue Book).
Please ensure all required sponsorship, competencies and supporting evidence are in place prior to booking to avoid delays or your booking being unable to proceed.
Upcoming Training
✓ ALO (OTP04) – OPT 4th – Control of Any Line Open
(Planner and Coordinator)
✓ PTS AC/DCCR – Personal Track Safety – Inc. AC Lines
✓ TIC – Track Induction Course (TR00)
✓ SW – Site Warden
✓ COSS – Controller of Site Safety (Including OLP/CRP/PTS) (Initial or Recert)
✓ IWA – Individual Working Alone (Initial or Recert)
✓ PC – Protection Controller
✓ ES – Engineering Supervisor
✓ SSOWP – Safe System of Work Planner
✓ PS – Possession Support
✓ PICOP – Person in Charge of Possessions
✓ PTMP16 – Safe Use Of Track Trolley
✓ LA 3rd – R PA i – Level A Procedure A
✓ LB 3RD – R PB i – Level A Procedure B
✓ DC Iso Level B Switching
✓ DC Iso Temporary Isolations
✓ DC Iso Level B Stripping
✓NSCD OPS
✓ CRE DCCR01 – DC Conductor Rail Basic Maintenance Course
✓ CRE DCCR02 – DC Conductor Rail Advanced Maintenance Course
✓ CRE DCCR03 – Undertake corrective maintenance on Traction Cable & Bonding Systems
✓ DCCR 04 – Inspect the DC Conductor Rail Infrastructure
✓ DCCR 05 – Inspect Traction Cables and Bond SystemsDistribution Equipment under direction – AC-DC
✓ DCCR 06 - The Effective Progression of DC Conductor Rail Maintenance or Renewal Activities
If you need a course adding contact us today, some courses may require a minimum amount of candidates.
Other courses may be available, please contact for further information - training@richardsonrail.co.uk
Saftey Critical Training
Other & Non-Sentinel
LC DIST – Level C: Access & Egress Traction and/or Non Traction Locations
LD DIST – Level D: Receive Documentation
DIST16 – HV Cable Competent Person
DIST17 – HV Cable Risk Assessor
LA DIST AC-DC-i – Level A: Isolate Earth and/or Switch and Issue Safety Documentation for Traction Distribution Equipment (AC-DC)
LA DIST AC-i – Level A: Isolate Earth and/or Switch and Issue Safety Documentation for Traction Distribution Equipment (AC)
Level B: Isolate Earth and/or Switch Traction Distribution Equipment under direction – AC
Level B: Isolate Earth and/or Switch Traction Distribution Equipment under direction – AC-DC
✓ HBE - Track Handback
✓ SMALL TOOLS
CUTTING & DRILLING
✓ Raw Saws (Petrol, hydraulic or battery powered)
✓ Rail Drills (Manual or self-feed)
✓ Cutting discs and blades
✓ Hollow cutters and drill bits
✓ Lifting and Handling
GRINDING & FINISHING
✓ Rail grinders (profile and frog grinders)
✓ Weld Shearing Machines
✓ Grinding stones and wheels
LIFTING & HANDLING
✓ Track jacks
✓ Rail tongs and clamps
✓ Sleeper lifting bars
✓ Fishplate lifting tools
✓ Mechanical clamps
FASTENING & ASSEMBLY
✓ Impact wrenches (hydraulic, electric or battery)
✓ Fishbolt spanners and torque wrenches
✓ Pandrol clip applicators and removers
✓ Spike drivers and pullers
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