Basic Principles of Track Maintenance
$462.00
Objectives: This course provides your crew with instruction in basic track components and basic track maintenance principles. The course progresses from an overview of the basic track structure to an examination of its components and ends with a look at turnouts and right-of-way. General principles of track safety are presented in the second lesson and stressed throughout the course. You’ll also find the applicable Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Track Safety Standards presented in each lesson.
Audience: An excellent training tool for railroads, rail transit authorities, track contractors, or anyone needing to inspect and maintain track.
Special note: This training program is not FRA-approved under Part 243. The course is still available for individuals that do not fall under the FRA jurisdiction. We are working on an FRA-approved version of the program which will be available in the coming months.
| Lesson ID | Lesson Title |
|---|---|
| LSTMB1B | Basic track structure |
| LSTMB2B | Safety and use of track |
| LSTMB3B | Track tools |
| LSTMB4B | Roadbed |
| LSTMB5B | Crossties |
| LSTMB6B | Ballast |
| LSTMB7B | Rail |
| LSTMB8B | Rail joints |
| LSTMB9B | Track alignment and gauge |
| LSTMB10B | Track surface |
| LSTMB11B | Turnouts |
| LSTMB12B | Roadway |
Please note that prices do not reflect company discounts. If you have already received a copy of the reference material due to having enrolled in other lessons in this course, you will not be charged for or sent a second copy.