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51365 Staff covering roles when ‘not fully competent’

February 2013 in Network Rail and Suppliers

tagged Knowledge Skills and experience Method of working Training and briefing Not Specified

A reporter is concerned that Mobile Operation Managers (MOMs) are being asked to cover for the Shift Signalling Managers (SSMs) in signal boxes, without the required knowledge of the rules and regulations.

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50182 Work package plans not provided 24 in advance

January 2013 in Network Rail and Suppliers

tagged Knowledge Skills and experience Method of working Training and briefing North West

A reporter is concerned that Network Rail are not sending work package plans out on time to contractors on many sites in the Manchester area. Work package plans contain important information about the site work being carried out and the risks involved for safety critical workers.

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51192 Use of apprentices and staff training issues at Chadwell Heath

January 2013 in Network Rail and Suppliers

tagged Communication and teamwork Knowledge Skills and experience Training and briefing Supervision and Management South East

A reporter is concerned about the use of apprentices and the mentoring provided to newly qualified Nominated Persons at Chadwell Heath depot.

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50681 Verification of the competency of S&T workers questioned

December 2012 in Network Rail and Suppliers

tagged Knowledge Skills and experience Training and briefing Not Specified

A reporter believes the process for verifying the competency of Signalling and Telecommunication (S&T) workers at Network Rail is inadequate.

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51278 Additional competencies ‘not checked’

December 2012 in Network Rail and Suppliers

tagged Knowledge Skills and experience Training and briefing Rules and procedures Not Specified

Concerns have been raised that additional competencies held by Crane Controllers (CCs) or Machine Controllers (MCs) are not being checked before work begins.

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51028 ‘Untrained’ staff carrying out ultrasonic testing

November 2012 in Network Rail and Suppliers

tagged Knowledge Skills and experience Rules and procedures Training and briefing South East

A reporter is concerned about staff carrying out ultrasonic non-destructive testing without undergoing the full training and mentoring process.

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51240 Briefing and training issues within Woking delivery unit

November 2012 in Network Rail and Suppliers

tagged Communication and teamwork Training and briefing Knowledge Skills and experience South East

Concerns have been raised about the adequacy of the briefings and training for Signalling and Telecommunications (S&T) staff within Woking delivery unit.

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50407 ‘Too many’ inexperienced COSSs working for agencies

November 2012 in Network Rail and Suppliers

tagged Knowledge Skills and experience Supervision and Management Training and briefing South East

A reporter is concerned by the general lack of experience shown by Controllers of Site Safety (COSSs) in the London area. It is believed to be a widespread problem which needs addressing at an industry level.

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50990 Core plant training ‘doesn’t provide practical experience’

September 2012 in Network Rail and Suppliers

tagged Training and briefing Knowledge Skills and experience Not Specified

A reporter is concerned about the quality of training provided by Silver Track Training; managed by the Platinum Group.

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50654 ‘Unsafe practices’ occurring on work site at Tamar Bridge

July 2012 in Network Rail and Suppliers

tagged Equipment Rules and procedures Training and briefing Work environment South West

A reporter is concerned that there are several 'unsafe practices' occurring on the work site at Tamar Bridge, where fabrication and installation work is currently being undertaken. 

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