- Monday – Thursday in class learning
- Role of the conductor
- Methods of train control and definitions
- Abbreviations and types of rail equipment
- Switches, car parts and air brakes
- Friday is In Field Training Day
Conductor Course
PART #1
$4,500
PART #2
$2,250
This course will provide you with all necessary operating rules, safety rules and practical training in the field, to work the role of a conductor in the rail industry. Such will be done in a classroom environment with field training in an active rail yard.
Our instructors are committed to making sure you get the best possible experience; however, you need to be prepared to put the work in. The rail industry is demanding and intense, it requires a strong commitment and hard work to make it a success!
Conductor Course Overview
PART #1
$4,500
Week 1
Week 2
- Monday – Thursday in class learning
- CROR
- Safe work procedures
- Intro to signals
- Track signs and Radio communication
- Friday is In Field Training Day
Week 3
- Monday – Thursday in class learning
- Handbrakes
- Block Signals
- Review Track Signs
- Operation of Movements
- General Procedures
- Cautionary Limits
- Switches
- Crossings
- Signal Rules
- Airbrakes
- Dimensional Traffic
- Friday is In Field Training Day
Week 4
- Monday – Thursday in class learning
- Train Inspections
- Radio Broadcast Requirements
- Airbrakes (GOI)
- Dimensional Shipments
- Review
- TDG
- Friday is In Field Training Day
Conductor Course (Part 2) Overview
PART #2
$2,250
Industrial Training Course
Initial Training (2 Days)
$2,500
Recertification Course (1 Day)
$1,500
GIO Railways Industrial Training specializes in customizing a training program specific to the needs of your company. Our training offers up to date and ready-to-use information that can be carried out into your day-to-day operations.
Each course is built on relevant information and contains current and safe railway procedures.
