OTP Machine Controller - Demountable Machine (RMMM)

Course Objectives

It is designed to develop a person’s knowledge, understanding and skills and is aimed at persons required to prove their competence in these areas.

At the end of the training the delegate will be able to:

• Describe how the Demountable Machine/RMMM is designed to function under normal   operating conditions
• What equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules  and regulations
• How each of the items listed below will affect the protection arrangements, the way work     is completed and how to confirm that the machine is suitable.
• Lines that remain open to traffic
• Signal structures and equipment
• Gradient
• Cant
• Bridges
• Platforms
• Overhead Line & Power lines
• Third and fourth rail electrified lines
• Tunnels
• Level Crossings

•  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 Demountable Machine/RMMM Driver/Operator, especially those which may also be used by the Machine Controller in an emergency
• Avoid the Demountable Machine/ RMMM 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 Demountable Machine/RMMM 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 Demountable Machine/RMMM 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