IWA - Initial
This course is designed to train persons who have been nominated by their line manager/ sponsor to enable them to attain the Individual Working Alone (IWA) competence. The IWA competence is required to be held by anyone who is required to work on or near the line on their own.
Duration: 3 days
Cost: £400.00
Key aims

Key Aims

The aim of this course is to provide delegates with the skills and underpinning knowledge required to undertake individual Working Alone (IWA) duties. Including the requirements as laid down in Handbook 6 (general duties of an IWA), Handbook 8 (IWA, COSS or PC blocking a line) and Handbook 9 (IWA or COSS setting up a safe system of work within a possession).

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Pre-requisites & Requirements

Minimum age 18 | Hold PTS Competence | Hold a sentinel track safety card and meet the requirements of NR/L2/CTM/021 | Meet the medical requirements of NR/L2/OHS/00124 Competence specific fitness medical requirements | Meet the D&A requirements of NR/L1/OHS/051

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