COSS Initial Inc CRP/OLP
Course Summary
The course is designed to train persons who have been nominated by their line manager/sponsor to enable them to attain the Controller of Site Safety (COSS) competence.
The COSS competence will be held by anyone who is required to set up a safe system of work on or near the line for a group (two or more people). A COSS can also carry out the duties of an IWA, provided there are no medical restrictions that would prevent this.
The COSS Initial will take delegates through the procedures set out in the Rule Books.
The course includes the importance of using the correct communication protocols and adopting the appropriate behaviours to be able to carry out this role safely and effectively.
Certifications
Upon successful completion of this course, competencies will be uploaded to Sentinel
Pre-Requisite Requirements
Meets the entry requirements of PTS Competence.
Must have a good level of literacy.
Must hold a valid Sentinel Track Safety Card endorsed with PTS 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.
The requirements of Network Rail Specification NR/L1/OHS/00120 (Drugs & Alcohol) must be met.