Personal Track Safety Participant Guide

Memorandum

Topic: Personal Track Safety Program

Date Update: May 1, 2020

Participants of the Personal Track Safety Program,

Metrolinx is committed to improving safety and in particular, personal track safety and competence on Metrolinx's rail construction sites. Safety is the overriding priority and expectation on all properties and projects.

This program is founded on best practices around worker protection. Personal Track Safety is about your personal safety. The program will prepare you to perform your roles safely while working on construction projects on or nearby railway corridors. Being informed of hazards and practicing safe behaviours at all times is critical in managing risk, avoiding incidents, accidents, and fatalities.

I encourage each of you to fully participate in the program by asking questions, seeking clarification, sharing your experience, and working together with other learners to maximize your competence and knowledge of safe railway construction.

Our goal in achieving successful, on-time delivery of Metrolinx projects is supported by our commitment to each of you – Everyone. Home Safe. Everyday.

Sincerely,

Martin Gallagher

Chief Safety Officer

Course Description 6Learner Expectations 6Success Strategies 6Personal Track Safety Objectives 7

Introduction 8Roles and Responsibilities in a Railway 10Railway Infrastructure and Environment 13Operational Railway and Rail Operating Rules 18Hazards and Risk Evaluations 23Railway Environmental Risks, Control Measures, and Consequences 26Risk and Hazard Analysis Activity 35Planning Safe Work in a Railway Environment 38Safety Critical Communications 40Metrolinx Competence Management Program 45Resources 46

Terms and Definitions 47Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 53

Eye and Face Protection 54Foot Protection 55Head Protection 56Hearing Protection 58Environmental Protections 59Respiratory Protection 60Protective Clothing 61Flame Resistant Clothing 62Skin Protection 63

Track Diagrams 65Daily Operating Bulletin (DOB) 67Go Transit Map 67Time Table 68Job briefing 69On-Site Practice 71

Table of Contents

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Metrolinx Life Saving Rules

Metrolinx has identified twelve (12) Life Saving Rules critical to your personal safety while working on Metrolinx properties on and off railway corridors.

Failing to follow these rules can result in injury or death. We need everyone to follow these rules at all times to keep everyone safe.

RULES:

1. Always expect rail traffic at any time on any line and in any direction.

2. Always listen to your safety briefing and obey the Protecting Foreman’s instructions.

3. Never enter the rail corridor without having protection in place.4. Never enter an exclusion zone without permission.5. Always use fall protection when working at heights.6. Always stand clear of moving machinery or equipment.7. Always use a spotter when reversing a bus, or machinery, or

equipment outside of an exclusion zone.8. Never use a mobile device while driving and always obey

traffic laws.9. Always try to de-escalate or walk away from confrontations

with the public.10. Never work or drive if you are not Fit for Duty.11. Always isolate and test electrical equipment before starting

work on it.12. Always check you are wearing the correct Personal Protective

Equipment for the task.

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Description

Personal Track Safety is a program for those working on construction projects requiring a method of rail protection. The program is designed to develop safe worker practices around Railway rules, infrastructure, roles and responsibilities, operational risks and assessment, and safe work planning. This program includes various adult learning methodologies including: activities, case studies, discussion, knowledge checks, practice, and a formal evaluation (exam).

Learner Expectations:1. Arrive ready to learn on time each day for the course, adhere to the

course schedule including returning from breaks.2. Demonstrate respect to other participants and the program facilitators.3. Participate in the program; ask questions, seek clarification, partake in

group and individual learning activities.4. Commit to learning beyond the classroom by using the resources

provided at the back of this participant guide including job briefings and checklists on-site.

5. Avoid disruptions to the program such as texting, placing or receiving calls while the program is in session.

6. Communicate any learning needs or concerns immediately to the program facilitator(s).

7. Leverage your opportunity to build competence and understanding safe working procedures in or nearby the railway corridor.

Success Strategies:• Stay engaged! Learning and competence building requires an

engaged mindset — get rest, stay hydrated, and take breaks.• Participate — Adults learn best from each other through:

- Sharing and hearing experience.- Discussion.- Reviewing real-life scenarios.- Alternative learning, activities, visuals, videos, practice & application.


• Take notes — The participant guide provides ample space in each section to capture your thoughts and notes to help you remember the content.

• Reflect — Think of how the course information applies to you specifically on the job.

• Feedback — Advise the program facilitator(s) what is working and what would enhance your learning experience.

• Practice — Implement the learning in-class on the job after the program using the templates and job aids provided in the resources section.

Personal Track Safety Objectives:• Recognize and understand key terms and definitions used in a

railway environment.• Understand the roles and responsibilities within Metrolinx and some of

the Metrolinx Rail Contractors. • Advance your knowledge of the site safety requirements on

Metrolinx property.


Introduction

Key Takeaways:

The PTS Card is required by individuals who:• Perform any work where a form of rail protection is required.• Perform any work or inspections within the railway corridor. The railway corridor is defined as “the path of a railroad, including the tracks and specified ownership land on either side of the tracks including stations

and other supporting infrastructure.” • This PTS card must be with you at all times while working

on Metrolinx property. Personnel are subject to being removed from property if they do not have this card.

Safety Charter:

Knowledge Check:

Metrolinx’ number one priority is: The safety of the public, our passengers and our employees/contractors is always the first priority.

“Everyone. Home Safe. Everyday.”


Module 1 – Introduc.on

Module 1 Topics: 1. Personal Track Safety Overview.2. Key Terms and Definitions.3. Metrolinx Overview.

Key Takeaways: The PTS Card is required by individuals who:

• Perform any work where a form of rail protection is required.• Perform any work or inspections within the railway corridor. The railway corridor is

defined as “the path of a railroad, including the tracks and specified ownership land on either side of the tracks including stations and other supporting infrastructure.”

• This PTS card must be with you at all times while working on Metrolinx property.Personnel are subject to being removed from property if they do not have this card.

Safety Charter

Knowledge Check: Metrolinx’ number one priority is: The safety of the public, our passengers and our employees/contractors is always the first priority.

Everyone. Home Safe. Everyday.

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Roles and Responsibilities in a Railway

Key Takeaways:

Contractor Roles• As a contractor of Metrolinx, you are still governed under the OHSA and

the roles and responsibilities of a worker, supervisor, or employer. As a Metrolinx contractor, you are responsible to:

• Ensure your site and equipment is properly protected and secured from the public and passengers at all times, lock gates/access routes;

- Ground machinery not in use and at the end of the day; and- Secure keys and access for machinery.

• Ensuring cleanliness and organization of your site.- Loose tools and material should be packed up to reduce the chance of vandalism.

• Follow the direction and instructions of the Track Protection Foreman at all times.

• Address and report unsafe behaviour or damage to any rail infrastructure.

Metrolinx moto is: See Something, Say Something, Do Something.

Fit for Duty

Metrolinx Fit for Duty Policy applies to all workers on a Metrolinx owned project. All contractors are expected to support and enforce this policy. The policy describes the following:

• Illicit drugs and mood altering substances,• Cannabis,• Alcohol,• Medications• Extreme fatigue.


PPE Metrolinx’ PPE policy applies on all Metrolinx sites. A full copy of the policy can be found in the Resources Section of this guide.

Knowledge Check:The Protecting Foreman is a Canadian Rail Operating Rules qualified person who is in charge of the protection of track work and/or track units, and is responsible for the safety of a specified piece of track they have authority on. They are in charge of the safe passage of movements through the limits specified in their authority.


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Railway Infrastructure and Environment

Key Takeaways

Railway

A railway is a network of tracks, made up of steel rail, that run through and connect cities, provinces and countries with train services. Trains carry either commercial goods to service industries or carry passengers to transport people within and between cities, provinces and countries. Metrolinx, as identified in the last module, is a commuter train operation that transports people throughout the GTHA.

GO Trains and UP Express operate on the following corridors and subdivisions

Corridor Name Subdivisions Operation

Lakeshore East Kingston SubGO Sub

Union Station to Oshawa

Lakeshore West Oakville SubCP Hamilton Sub

Union Station to Hamilton (West Harbour and Hamilton GO)

Niagara Falls Oakville SubGrimsby Sub

Union Station to Niagara Falls

Milton Galt Sub Union Station to Milton

Kitchener Weston SubHalton SubGuelph Sub

Union Station to Kitchener

Barrie Newmarket Sub Union Station to Barrie

Richmond Hill Bala Sub Union Station to Gormley

Stouffville Uxbridge Subdivision Union Station to north end of Stouffville

UP Express Weston SubPearson Sub

Union Station to Pearson Airport



GO Transit Railway Corridors

Track Components include: 1. Track 2. Running Rail 3. Ties 4. Tie Plates 5. Fastening Systems (Anchors and Plates) 6. Track Bolt and Bars 7. Ballast

Inspection Systems include: • Hot Box Detectors • WILD detectors • High Water detectors • RAMP and Lubricants

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Class of Track

The allowable train speed on a subdivision, or portion thereof, is used to determine the class of track. Metrolinx does not own or operate on class 6 or class 7 track.


• Wayside Power Cabinets / Systems (Yards and Facilities)

Class of Track The allowable train speed on a subdivision, or portion thereof, is used to determine the class of track. Metrolinx does not own or operate on class 6 or class 7 track.

Knowledge Check:

Crossings Grade crossings are intersections where a railway track crosses a road or pedestrian path, or as opposed to the railway line crossing over or under using an overpass or tunnel. Each crossing is unique based on the roadway characteristics and the track geography and all crossings are governed by Transport Canada through the Railway Grade Crossing Regulations and Standards.

Warning systems can be a combination of or all of: crossbucks, flashing lights, bells and gates and signage on the road. On the seven (7) GO Corridors, there are 185 rail crossings.

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CrossingsGrade crossings are intersections where a railway track crosses a road or pedestrian path, or as opposed to the railway line crossing over or under using an overpass or tunnel. Each crossing is unique based on the roadway characteristics and the track geography and all crossings are governed by Transport Canada through the Railway Grade Crossing Regulations and Standards.



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Operational Railway and Rail Operating Rules

Key Takeaways:

CROR qualified workers are the only people who can take out protection on any tracks.

Types of Protection

Positive protection can be taken on both main track and non-main track. Main track protection is done through a Rule 842 or TOP whereas non-main train is achieved with Rule 841 protection.

• Rule 842/42 — Planned Protection.• TOP — Track Occupancy Permit.• Rule 841/41 — Non-main Track Protection.• Rule 105(c) — Non-main Track Protection.• Safety Watch / Lone Worker.• Barrier Separation.• Temporary Barrier Separation (TBS).• Adjacent Line Closure (ALC).• Continuous Work Zone (CWZ).


Required Sightlines for Safety Watch/Lone Worker

Train Speed(mph)

Required Sight Lines (in feet)

15 Seconds 20 Seconds 25 Seconds 30 Seconds

10 220 295 370 440

15 330 440 550 660

20 440 590 735 880

25 550 735 920 1100

30 660 880 1100 1320

35 770 1030 1290 1540

40 880 1175 1470 1760

45 990 1320 1655 1980

50 1100 1470 1840 2200

55 1210 1615 2020 2420

60 1320 1760 2205 2640

65 1430 1910 2390 2860

70 1540 2055 2570 3080

75 1650 2200 2755 3300

80 1760 2350 2940 3520

85 1870 2495 3125 3740

90 1980 2640 3310 3960

95 2090 2790 3490 4180

100 2200 2935 3675 4400


Type(s) of Protection Required

Non-Positive Forms of Protection

Depending on the type of work that is taking place will determine the type of protection that is needed. If working on CN or CP lines the rules and procedures around protection may vary slightly. Ensure you know where you are working, what form of protection you are working under and your responsibilities while working in the right-of-way.

Other Tools Commonly Used

• Yard Operating Manuals.• Track Diagrams.• Job Briefing Book.


Knowledge Check:

Scenario Type of Protection Responsibilities

Work that fouls or will foul track.

Positive Protection. Stop work when the Rail Track Protection Foreman tells you to clear. Do not resume work until you are told to do so by the Track Protection Foreman. Acknowledge the train when it passes with a single, raised hand.

Machinery positioned within 13 ft. from the track.

Positive Protection. Stop work when the Track Protection Foreman tells you to clear. Do not resume work until you are told to do so by the Track Protection Foreman. Acknowledge the train when it passes with a single, raised hand.


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Hazards and Risk Evaluations

Key Takeaways:

Definition of a HazardA hazard is any source with the potential to damage, harm, or in any way adversely affect something or someone. A hazard on its own is not dangerous. It requires someone or something to interact with it to become dangerous.

Definition of a RiskRisk is the chance or probability that harm will be caused or experienced if a person or situation is exposed to a hazard. It may apply to people or situations with respect to property, equipment, or the environment.

Evaluating RisksRisk assessments are performed for various reasons. They can be used to identify financial, environmental, site specific, or safety risks to specific projects; they can also be used to evaluate the execution of a rule or regulation at a specific location; or used to understand and evaluate the impact of a specific task on Operations.

To evaluate risk, we evaluate the likelihood the event will occur with the impact (severity) of the consequence to determine a risk score. Organizations will typically have a risk tolerance level that identifies when a risk is too high and surpass their threshold, and must be reduced. In regards to safety all risks must be reduced as much as practical.


Likelihood

Very Low (1) Low (2) Moderate (3) High (4) Very High (5)

Very unlikely <10% but not 0%

Less likely to occur 10% to <40%

May or may not occur 40% to 60%

More likely than not 60% to 90%

Highly likely >90%, but not 100%

Impact

LOWSlight (1)

LOW-MEDIUMMinor (2)

MEDIUMModerate (3)

MEDIUM-HIGHSignificant (4)

HIGHSevere (5)

Minor injury, workcontinues – aninjury that requiresfirst aid only;short-term pain,irritation, ordizzinessKeep the processgoing, but monitorregularly Control planinvestigated

Medical attentionrequired, no timelost, norestrictions, minorrepairabledamageKeep the processgoing, but monitorregularly Control planinvestigated

Seriously injured –sprain, strain,localized burn,dermatitis,asthma, injuryrequiring days offwork, medicaltreatment, WSIB,MOL, Claims, timelistKeep process going, Control plan must be developedand shouldbe implemented assoon as possible

Major illness orinjury or propertydamageKeep process goingControl plan must bedeveloped and shouldbe implemented as soon as possible

Major fracture,poisoning,significant loss ofblood, serioushead injury, orfatal disease,fatalityImmediatelydangerous: stop theprocess andimplement controls

Impact/SeverityImpact is the severity of consequences should the risk occur. Impact can often be evaluated against multiple criteria, such as: finance, operational delays, and reputational risk; with safety we always measure against injury or harm.

Likelihood (Probability)Simply put; likelihood is the probability/chance of an event occurring.


Risk ScoreOnce you measure both the likelihood of the risk occurring, and the impact of that risk. You multiply these numbers together to get the risk score. The risk score is compared against a heat map to determine overall severity of the risk.

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Control Measures

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Railway Environmental Risks, Control Measures, and Consequences

Key Takeaways:

Scenario Hazards/Risks Controls

Working at night • Reduced visibility for mobile equipment / machinery / vehicles and workers.

• Lack of communication between shifts.

• Worker fatigue = poor safety decision making.

• Task lighting.• High visibility reflective wear

— PPE.• Additional lighting to maintain

visual awareness of walkways, access areas, work tasks, and sightlines.

• Day shift workers ensure housekeeping is maintained

• Communication with workers and Track Protection Foreman.

Walking in traffic areas

• Struck by movement.

• Reduced visibility caused by materials, equipment/machinery, structures, infrastructure, movements.

• Slips, trips, and falls.• Atmospheric

conditions (e.g. noisy equipment/machinery, terrain, passing trains, etc.).

• Watch for movement of trains and other on-track equipment.

• Be careful in yards and terminal areas. Equipment / machinery move and can change tracks often.

• Look before you step. Trains can be very quiet and you may not hear them due to atmospheric conditions.

• Be aware of the location of structures or obstructions where clearances are close.

• Never rely on others to protect you from train or equipment movement. Watch for yourself!



Walking in ROW around tracks

• Rails and ties can be slippery and cause tripping.

• Ballast can shift while walking on top of it or cause injury from impact.

• Never stand, walk or sit on railway tracks, between the rails or on the ends of ties.

• Do not occupy the area between adjacent tracks when a train is passing.

• Never stand on or foul the track when there is an approaching train or moving equipment.

• Stand 6m (20 ft.) away from the tracks, if possible, when rail equipment is passing OR where the Track Protection Foreman has designated.

Crossing over tracks

• Slips, trips, and falls.• Snagging clothing

on infrastructure.• Struck by

movement.• Pinch points.• Switches.• Snow clearing

devices.• Rails.

• Obtain Track Protection Foreman’s authorization.

• Watch for movement in both directions before crossing.

• Watch for pinch points at switch locations.

• When tracks are clear:– Walk single file at the right

of the rails.– Never step on rails.– Never walk between rails

on any track.

Cell phone usage

• Distraction.• Struck by

movement.• Cannot hear

communications.

• Not to be used on active track. Stand 6m (20 ft.) away from the tracks, if possible or where the Track Protection Foreman has designated.

Winter season • Slips, trips, and falls.• Reduced visibility.• Hidden

infrastructure and signage.

• Arrange resources in advance (e.g. snow removal).

• Housekeeping — daily and as required.

• Keep areas on and around track clear of debris, snow, and ice.



Winter season • Housekeeping.• Poor working

conditions.• Switch and signal

malfunctions.

• Do not block or obstruct signage, markings, and track protection flagging.

• Use extra care if removing snow with machinery to not damage or run over signage.

• Keep work block walkways and passageways clear of debris, snow, and ice.

Spring, Summer, and Falls seasons

• Environmental and vegetation.

• Body ailments associated with hot weather (e.g. heat stroke, etc.).

• Dust and debris.• Slips, trips, and falls.• Housekeeping.

• Obtain Track Protection Foreman’s authorization.

• Watch for movement in both directions before crossing.

• Watch for pinch points at switch locations.

• When tracks are clear:– Walk single file at the right

of the rails.– Never step on rails.– Never walk between rails

on any track.

Vehicles • Parking too close to track — fouling track.


• Blocking sightlines.• Blocking

infrastructure.• Blocking traffic and

emergency access. • Stuck on track.• Not wearing proper

PPE when required in vehicle.

• Inaccurate clearance and speeds.

• Poor lit areas.

• In multitrack, stop back 5m (15ft).• A Track Protection Foreman

will be required when crossing tracks. If you cannot see them, stop the vehicle.

• Before crossing tracks, look in both directions and pull up slowly.

• Drive straight across and maintain constant speed.

• Follow signage (e.g. speed limit).• Do not stop on tracks.• When trains are approaching

on other tracks or when parking vehicles, stop clear of the fouling point and ensure sufficient clearance from track.



Vehicles • If sightlines or visibility are restricted — stop clear of fouling point, get out and check, if necessary.

Crossings with vehicles


• Blocked infrastructure and signage.

• Optical illusion — trains appear to be farther away than they actually are.

• Train speeds and distance.

• Slow down and approach at a speed you can stop safely.

• When in a vehicle, roll down the windows for better hearing abilities.

• Ask passengers to be quiet, ifrequired.

• Look and listen for trains — look both ways.

• If stopping is required, no closer than 5m (15ft) from the nearest rail.

Ineffective communication

• Misunderstandings. • Assumptions.• Lack of information

and direction.

• Checklists.• Discuss work to be done or that

is completed.• Never assume.• Keep all communications simple.• Have documented policies

and procedures around communications.

Complacency • Distraction.• Lack of awareness.• Reduced

expectations.

• Apply techniques to remain alert.

• Situational awareness.



Lack of knowledge

• Lack of competency in role.

• Reduced safety.• Incorrect actions.• Rule violations.• Inability to

recognize issues.

• Training.• Communicate with experts/

competent persons.

Fatigue • Not fit for duty.• Accidents.• Distractions.• Mistakes.

• Sleep and adhere to rest periods.

• Double check work.• Know the signs of fatigue.• Communicate/report to

Manager/Supervisor.

Distraction • Injury.• Reduced safety.• Incorrect actions.• Mistakes.• Damage.• Reduced reaction

and mental processing.

• Focus on the task being performed.

• Maintain concentration.• Apply technique to remain

focused.• Mark uncompleted tasks.• Checklist


Fatigue

Fatigue is categorized by chronic, acute, and continuous wakefulness.

Chronic — When you experience ongoing, regular lack of sleep. This is repetitive nights with less than ideal sleep (hardly any). Typically sleep deprivation isn’t considered a problem until it approaches 24 hours.

Acute — When you experience a bad night of sleep and is less than your usual sleep quantity in the last 24 hours.

Continuous wakefulness — When you force your body to stay awake too long. This can occur when you work night shifts, work double and even triple shifts.

The cost of fatigue is your safety or ability to be safe. This is caused by a loss of the following:

• Overall cognitive function.• Problem solving.• Decision making.• Memory.• Attention (vigilance).• Reaction time.


Fatigue is categorized by chronic, acute, and continuous wakefulness.• Chronic — When you experience regular lack of sleep. This is repetitive nights with less

than ideal sleep. Typically sleep debt isn’t considered a problem until it approaches 24 hours.

• Acute — When you experience a bad night of sleep and is less than your usual sleep quantity in the last 24 hours.

• Continuous wakefulness — When you force your body to stay awake too long. This can occur when you work night shifts, work double and even triple shifts.

The cost of fatigue is your safety or ability to be safe. This is caused by a loss of the following: • Overall cognitive function.• Problem solving.• Decision making.• Memory.• Attention (vigilance).• Reaction time.

Situational Awareness Being aware of your surroundings in the working environment is important for your health and safety, and can ultimately save your life. Before any worker — no matter their role or experience level — can set foot on a construction work site and railway corridor, they must be fully aware and educated on the hazards and distracting conditions they may be subjected to that impact their level of situation awareness.

Tips on Staying Safe • Maintain awareness.

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Situational Awareness

Being aware of your surroundings in the working environment is important for your health and safety, and can ultimately save your life. Before any worker — no matter their role or experience level — can set foot on a construction work site and railway corridor, they must be fully aware and educated on the hazards and distracting conditions they may be subjected to that impact their level of situation awareness.

Tips on Staying Safe

• Maintain awareness.• Train envelope and associated impacts.• Crossing in front and behind of equipment — 25 ft.• Positioning yourself as the train passes.• Housekeeping.• Personal conduct.

Knowledge Check:

What to do when you see a train

These instructions will be repeated throughout this content because they are very important to your safety and the safe operation of trains.

1. Stop work2. Move to the designated safe

area, if applicable.3. Face the train4. Acknowledge the train with

a single raised arm. Do not wave back and forth.

5. Wait for further instructions form the Protecting Foremen.


• Train envelope and associated impacts.

• Crossing in front of equipment — 25 ft.

• Positioning yourself as the train passes.

• Housekeeping.

• Personal conduct.

Knowledge Check:

What to do when you see a train These instructions will be repeated throughout this content because they are very important to your safety and the safe operation of trains.

1. Stop work2. Move to the designated safe area, if applicable.3. Face the train4. Acknowledge the train with a single raised arm. Do not wave back and forth.5. Wait for further instructions form the Rail Foremen.

If you are working around signal bungalows, it’s important to understand the associated hazards in order to work safely. Major hazards are Fire, Electrocution,Fume inhalation from batteries, and arc flash.

When they are disabled, all rail traffic stops immediately, service delays are incurred,and railway signal maintainers and crews are dispatched to fix signaling and power issues.

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If you are working around signal bungalows, it’s important to understand the associated hazards in order to work safely. Major hazards are Fire, Electrocution, Fume inhalation from batteries, and arc flash.

When they are disabled, all rail traffic stops immediately, service delays are incurred, and railway signal maintainers and crews are dispatched to fix signaling and power issues.

Train Envelope

When trains travel along the track they sway and move with shifts in the track and changes to the level of the track. This sway creates what is called a dynamic envelope. This is the space the train could occupy based on its ability to move laterally while on the tracks. This sway can range up to a 3 feet for high speed trains.

Trains that are stopped have a static envelop and is the space the train occupies when at rest.

When moving to a safe distance you must ensure you and all equipment is outside of the dynamic envelope or you considered foul of the tracks.


Train Envelope When trains travel along the track they sway and move with shifts in the track and changes to the level of the track. This sway creates what is called a dynamic envelope. This is the space the train could occupy based on its ability to move laterally while on the tracks. This sway can range up to a 3 feet for high speed trains.



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Train Envelope When trains travel along the track they sway and move with shifts in the track and changes to the level of the track. This sway creates what is called a dynamic envelope. This is the space the train could occupy based on its ability to move laterally while on the tracks. This sway can range up to a 3 feet for high speed trains.



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Risk and Hazard Analysis Activity

Key Takeaways:

There will always be similar hazards that you are exposed to when working in an active railway environment. Based on the work you are performing and the tools and machinery you are using, new risks may be introduced and the control measures you are using may change.

Always know and understand the work you are doing and the hazards around you before going into the right-of-way.

Always identify and report risks to:• Yourself,• The public, and• Other workers.


Module 7 – Risk and Hazard Analysis Ac.vity

Module 7 Topics: 1. Identify Hazards.2. Identify Risks.3. Controls.4. Pick Three (3) and Share.

Key Takeaways:

There will always be similar hazards that you are exposed to when working in an active railway environment. Based on the work you are performing and the tools and machinery you are using, new risks may be introduced and the control measures you are using may change.

Always know and understand the work you are doing and the hazards around you before going into the right-of-way.

Always identify and report risks to: • Yourself,• The public, and • Other workers.

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Planning Safe Work in a Railway Environment

Key Takeaways:

Site Access PointsBefore arriving to site, it is important to speak with your Supervisor and/or project delivery team contact in order to determine the location of the workblock and associated access points. This is where you will meet your crew, participate in the Job Briefings, and enter the workblock zone. There can be several access points in and close to a workblock zone, so knowing which one you have authority to access is vital.

Signal person

A signal person must perform the following:• Be trained and provided with

written instructions by their Supervisor.

• Wear appropriate high-visibility reflective wear.

• Know driver and operator blind spots.

• Make eye contact with driver and operator before signaling or changing positions.


Signal person A signal person must perform the following:

• Be rules trained and provided with written instructions by their Supervisor.• Wear appropriate high-visibility reflective wear.• Know driver and operator blind spots.• Make eye contact with driver and operator before signaling or changing positions.

Elements of a Job Briefing 1. All applicable track protection information; 2. Roles and responsibilities for the day; 3. Tasks being performed that day; 4. Special instructions; 5. Planned deliveries; 6. Size of the work group; 7. Number of work equipment and/or track units; 8. Hazards and situational specific irregularities;9. Emergency information; 10. First aid and hospital information.

Knowledge Check:

Worker Responsibilities — Job Briefings It is your responsibility to participate and understand the information in the job briefing. This may include asking clarification questions, ensuring any task you are working on is clearly identified and understood, and that you are familiar with the area, hazards of your task and how other tasks may impact your safety. You must also understand the methods ofcommunications being used throughout the job site, the process of clearing tracks, know where to stand, and be able to respond to an emergency should the need arise.

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Elements of a Job Briefing

1. All applicable track protection information;2. Roles and responsibilities for the day;3. Tasks being performed that day;4. Special instructions;5. Planned deliveries;6. Size of the work group;7. Number of work equipment and/or track units;8. Hazards and situational specific

irregularities; 9. Emergency information;10. First aid and hospital information.

Knowledge Check:

Worker Responsibilities — Job BriefingsIt is your responsibility to participate and understand the information in the job briefing. This may include asking clarification questions, ensuring any task you are working on is clearly identified and understood, and that you are familiar with the area, hazards of your task and how other tasks may impact your safety. You must also understand the methods of communications being used throughout the job site, the process of clearing tracks, know where to stand, and be able to respond to an emergency should the need arise.


Signal person A signal person must perform the following:

• Be rules trained and provided with written instructions by their Supervisor.• Wear appropriate high-visibility reflective wear.• Know driver and operator blind spots.• Make eye contact with driver and operator before signaling or changing positions.

Elements of a Job Briefing 1. All applicable track protection information; 2. Roles and responsibilities for the day; 3. Tasks being performed that day; 4. Special instructions; 5. Planned deliveries; 6. Size of the work group; 7. Number of work equipment and/or track units; 8. Hazards and situational specific irregularities;9. Emergency information; 10. First aid and hospital information.

Knowledge Check:

Worker Responsibilities — Job Briefings It is your responsibility to participate and understand the information in the job briefing. This may include asking clarification questions, ensuring any task you are working on is clearly identified and understood, and that you are familiar with the area, hazards of your task and how other tasks may impact your safety. You must also understand the methods ofcommunications being used throughout the job site, the process of clearing tracks, know where to stand, and be able to respond to an emergency should the need arise.

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Tips for Effective Delivery

Not engaging in unnecessary radio chatter.

Removing oneself from the noisy environment.

Move to an area with clear transmission.

Be confident in your communications.

Think before speaking.

Notes:


Safety Critical CommunicationsKey Takeaways:

Reliability Tests, Positive Identification, and TerminologyDuring the transaction there are three (3) terms used when communicating with the radio.

• Stand By — Monitor this channel for my next transmission.• Over — Transmission is ended and a response is expected.• Out — Transmission is ended and no response is required.

When radio communication is complete and a response is expected or required, the person must end each transmission with “Over”.

Verification ProceduresWhen necessary, repetition, acknowledgement or other response may be required for confirmation and verification by another person(s). All words and numbers must be clearly pronounced. When a number or a direction is given it must be given as the entire number and then each number individually.

Tips for Effective Delivery

Not engaging in unnecessary radio chatter.

Removing oneself from the noisy environment.

Move to an area with clear transmission.

Be confident in your communications.

Think before speaking.


Ask for information to be repeated when unclear.

When saying numbers, Zero (0) may be spoken as “knot”.

Avoid filler words like ums and errs.

Correct any errors verbally and repeat it back for confirmation.

Emergency Call ProcessA simple and easy to remember process is outlined below:1. The worker will determine if the emergency affects the safe operation of

train movements or on-track personnel. a. If the emergency does affect the safe operation of train movements

or on-track personnel, call RTC Manager Emergency Line at 416-681-9700

b. If the emergency does not affect the safe operation of train movements or on-track personnel call the Rail Operations Controller in the NOC at 416-601-2174.

2. The worker will start the call with “This is an Emergency Call”.3. The worker will then identify their full name, role, and the company they

work for “My name is John Smith, construction worker for ABC Consulting”.

4. The worker will identify where they are located, “I am at Mile 14 of the Oakville Subdivision”.

5. They will then communicate what the emergency is and what assistance is required, “Our Protection Foreman has fallen unconscious; medical services are required at our location”.

6. RTC Manager or Rail Operations Controller will ask any clarifying questions they need to be able to protect the safety of train movements and people on site.


Knowledge Check:The Military Clock is used to avoid confusion about the hour in the day. We do not use 0000 but rather 2359 or 0001 depending on the day in which is being referred to.

Midnight 0001 6 AM 0600 12 PM 1200 6 PM 1800

1 AM 0100 7 AM 0700 1 PM 1300 7 PM 1900

2 AM 0200 8 AM 0800 2 PM 1400 8 PM 2000

3 AM 0300 9 AM 0900 3 PM 1500 9 PM 2100

4 AM 0400 10 AM 1000 4 PM 1600 10 PM 2200

5 AM 0500 11 AM 1100 5 PM 1700 11 PM 2300


Other areas where you can identify the mileages are through signage on the signal bungalows, and mileages on the back of crossbucks at crossings.

3 AM 0300 9 AM 0900 3 PM 1500 9 PM 2100

4 AM 0400 10 AM 1000 4PM 1600 10 PM 2200

5 AM 0500 11 AM 1100 5 PM 1700 11 PM 2300

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Other areas where you can identify the mileages are through signage on the signal bungalows, and mileages on the back of crossbucks at crossings.


Notes:


Metrolinx Competence Management Program

Key Takeaways:

Your PTS Card and First Time on Site• Present with you at all time while on a rail corridor.• Presented at the start of each shift to your Construction Foremen and/or

Rail Foremen.• If your card is lost or damaged, you must immediately contact Metrolinx

to get a new card issued.• Your card is valid for three (3) years.• Cannot present your card then you will not be granted access to site.

Maintenance of your PTS Card• Audits of Personal Track Safety Competence — Should you

fail three (3) audits in a year, your PTS card will be suspended until you have received coaching deemed adequate by the auditor and you are confident you can resume work safely, or you have retaken and passed the PTS training program.

• Infractions — Three (3) infractions results in permanent removal from all Metrolinx work sites and rail corridors.

• Incidents — If you are involved in an incident your PTS credentials may be put on hold pending the outcome of the investigation.


Accident An undesired event that results in death, injury, or damage to property or process.

Canadian Rail Operating Rules

Rules that are intended to enhance railway safety. The rules cover worker responsibilities, signaling equipment, procedures for safe train movement, dealing with accidents, and other topics that directly and indirectly affect railway safety.

Capital Projects Group (CPG)

The Metrolinx division that oversees and manages infrastructure improvements and capital initiatives. CPG may be involved in carrying out the role of “Constructor” or “Project Owner” for Metrolinx on construction projects. CPG ensures that safety is the highest priority on construction sites.

Constructor The “Constructor” can be a General Contractor or Organization that is contracted to undertake a project on behalf of the owner (i.e. Metrolinx) to which they are responsible for all or part responsibility. They ensure workers know and comply with the H&S regulations, are safe while working on the work site, and undertake all penalties (e.g. fines) of the project. The project is managed by contracting with more than one contractor / sub-contractor.

Crossover A track joining adjacent main tracks, or a main track and another track.

Fouling a track When the placement of an individual, equipment, machinery, track unit, and / or material is in proximity to a railway track that it prevents the safe movement of trains. When a track is fouled, the train movement may strike the object when passing by.

Terms and definitions


GO Transit A brand and operating division of Metrolinx that is responsible for the regional public transit services for train and bus services in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA).

Hazard An object, substance, or situation that has the potential for causing injury or adverse health effects.

Incident An unforeseen event or occurrence, which may not result in death, injury, or damage to property or process, and includes near-misses and accidents.

Light Rail Transit (LRT)

A transportation system based on electrically powered light rail vehicles (streetcar trains up to three or four cars per train) that operate on a track in a segregated and protected right-of-way adjacent to or in the medians of roadways or railway right-of-way. Generally, at-grade, possibly with some sections operating in mixed-traffic and/or in tunnels. Electric power is normally via an overhead trolley or pantograph.

Main Track Have one or more methods of control upon which movements, track units, and track work must be authorized. The speeds on main track are defined in the subdivision time table.

Near Miss An event or circumstance (close call) that has the potential to cause serious injury, property damage or unexpected death, but did not occur due to chance, corrective action and or timely intervention.

Non-Main Track (NMT)

Any track(s) other than those listed in the time table columns as having controlled speeds and operating direction. Movements are required to operate at reduced speed.


OSHA Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act.

PRESTO A brand and operating division of Metrolinx that is the electronic fare payment system for train and bus services in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA) and Ottawa.

Project Owner The “Project Owner” is the initiator and in charge of the construction project that defines the scope of the project, creates the budget, assumes the financing, and contracts the services of third party experts to design and construct. Other delegated competence third party experts may handle are technical, legal, financial, and internal or external project management. The project owner identifies and provides recommendations for safety, as well as performs audits, with the information being communicated to the General Contractor or Organization for their management.

Property Real estate (owned or leased) including, but not limited to, the USRC, GO Rail Corridor, train and bus facilities, train and bus stations, and parking.

Protecting/ Protection Foreman

A designated railway foreman, also known as Protecting Foreman, that is qualified in Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR). The “Protecting Foreman” protects the safe movement of trains and workers safety around tracks, ensures work is ongoing, identifies issues that occur, and determines solutions in the railway corridor.

Railway A railway is a network of tracks, made up of steel rail, that run through and connect cities, provinces and countries with train services. Trains carry either commercial goods to service industries or carry passengers to transport people within and between cities, provinces and countries. Metrolinx, as identified in the last module, is a commuter train operation that transports people throughout the GTHA.


Right-of-Way (ROW)

The land, property, track, equipment, and facilities owned and controlled by a railway; the right of railway traffic to take precedence. Active railway tracks, used regularly or occasionally, based on the parameter of 25ft (7.6m) from either side of the centerline of the track. It is private property owned and operated by the respective railway owners that employ their own police forces who can arrest and prosecute trespassers found on the right-of-way. When track is out-of-service, the right-of-way is preserved with railways retaining the right to activate it.

Rail Corridor The rail corridor is defined by the operating track limits (mile markers) that connect stations and are controlled by either Metrolinx, CN, CP, or alternative railway. It comprises of all property between fences, or if no fences, everywhere within 49ft (15m) from the outermost railway tracks. Trains, track equipment / machinery, and vehicles travel along the transit network within the rail corridor.

Rail Traffic Controller

An employee in charge of the supervision and direction of rail traffic, and for the provision and protection for track work and track unit operation on a specified territory. [Note: The RTC within the USRC is referred to as Train Movement Director (TMD)].

Siding A designated track adjacent and connected to the main track.

Single Track One main track on a subdivision at a location.


Track and Track Area

The track and track area is a combination of rails, rail connectors, ties, ballast, switches, and crossings. The track of a subdivision extends through and between stations governed by one or more methods of control where movements, track units, and track work must be authorized. When working within 4ft (1.3m) of active railway tracks, workers must have proper protection and communication.

Track cant A “Cant” is the elevation between two rails or edges that helps a train steer around a curve (i.e. banked curve), keeping the wheel flanges from touching the trails, minimizing friction and wear. The main function of a cant is to improve distribution of the load across both rails, reduce wear on the rails and wheels, neutralize the effect of lateral forces, and improve passenger comfort.

Track Unit A vehicle or machine capable of on-track operation utilized for track inspection, track work, and other railway activities when on track.

Train Envelope The dynamic train envelop extends beyond the limits of the train and outlines the space occupied by train equipment when in motion, including the effects of tilt, sway, track cant, suction, piston (blow out), oversized loads (freight), or the presence of foreign items that may be on or protruding from the train. Entering the train envelope without the proper authority or protection is considered fouling the track; therefore no person, object, vehicle, or equipment shall enter or cross the train envelope at any time without the permission of a Track Protection Foreman / Track Protection Foreman. Any hoarding or fencing that needs to be installed close to the train envelope needs to be reviewed and accepted by the appropriate Metrolinx authority.


UP Express A brand and operating division of Metrolinx that connects Union Station and Toronto Pearson Airport. The train runs every 15 minutes and only takes 25 minutes of travel time.

USRC Union Station Rail Corridor. The USRC runs from the Don River in the East to Strachan Avenue in the West.

Visitor Any person that: • Not regularly employed in the project zone but

is there for the purpose of short term work, tours, and visual inspections.

• Is not involved in the physical execution of the project work.

Worker A person who performs work or supplies services for monetary compensation.

Work site One of multiple work areas within a Project Zone under the control of a General Contractor for that Project Zone. A work site can be further defined by the presence of the General Contractor’s personnel carrying out work.


Personal Protective Equipment (PPE))

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards apply, along with the site’s requirements, when working in the rail corridor on a Metrolinx work site. The PPE standard is practiced by Metrolinx workers, Contractors, visitors, and Railway Operating Crews and defines the regulation around use of: eye and face protection, foot protection, head protection, hearing protection, environmental protection, respiratory protection, protective clothing, flame resistant (FR) clothing, and skin protection.

Eye and Face Protection

Types of PPE Requirements Uses Maintenance

• Safety glasses.

• Safety goggles.

• Face shields.

• Protective eyewear is mandatory in industrial areas, rail corridor, and construction work sites.

• Protective eye and face protectors must meet CSA Standards.

• Safety glasses must have appropriate side shields.

• Safety glasses and goggles protect eyes from impact / contact with particles.

• Face shields protect the face from chemical splash and foreign object impact.

• When assessing risk, both safety glasses/goggles AND a face shield must be considered.

• Eye and face protection can also be used to protect against radiation (laser, flash from welding).

• Inspect before use.

• Damaged devices cannot be worn.

• Clean prior to use (warm water and mild soap, air dry; lens cleaning wipes for lenses only).

AdditionalInfo:

• Contact lenses do not provide eye protection and must not be worn when eye protection is required.

• Prescription safety glasses are provided for those needing corrective eyewear.

• Mirrored lenses are prohibited.• Transition type lenses are prohibited in the rail corridor.



• Safety Boots • Mandatory in all industrial areas, rail corridor, and construction work sites.

• Must meet CSA standards for foot protection with anti-slip resistant soles.

• Must be safety boot style with ankle protection, minimum 6”, and defined heel.

• Appropriate to the work and worn when in public spaces outside the primary work site.

• Protect the toes from being crushed and the sole of the foot from being penetrated by foreign objects.

• Wipe with damp cloth and dry.

• Inspect for wear and tear prior to each use.

• Ripped or damaged footwear must not be worn.

AdditionalInfo:

• Eye protection is required when windows in vehicles or equipment cab are down.

• Approved side shields must be worn.• Tinted safety lenses may only be worn when working in

sunny outdoor conditions.• Yellow tinted lenses are prohibited for operation staff

and within the ROW.

Foot Protection



• Safety Boots • Completely fastened to the top eyelet.

• Use anti-slip footwear during winter months.

• Iron workers and steel riggers are exempt from the defined heel requirement when working on steel trusses and I-beams.

AdditionalInfo:

• CSA Green Triangle means the footwear has a grade 1 protective toe plus a puncture resistant sole.

• CSA White Triangle means the footwear has an electric shock resistant sole.

• Markings on the tongue of the right shoe indicate the types of protection built into the footwear.

Marking:


Foot Protec.on


• Safety boots. • Mandatory in all industrial areas, rail corridor, and construction work sites.


• Must be safety boot style with ankle protection, minimum 6”,and defined heel.


• Completely fastened to the top eyelet.







Additional Info:


• CSA White Triangle means the footwear has an electric shock resistant sole.• Markings on the tongue of the right shoe indicate the types of protection built

into the footwear.

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Foot Protec.on













Additional Info:



into the footwear.

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Foot Protec.on













Additional Info:



into the footwear.

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CSA Green Triangle

CSA Green Rectangle

Metatarsal Protection



• Hard hats.• Bump caps.• Helmets (e.g.

climber’s helmet).

• Mandatory on all construction work sites.

• Required in all non-construction projects related tasks that present a risk ofhead injury.

• Must meet CSA Type 2, Class E requirements (include side impact foam).

• Are to be worn in the proper orientation as per manufacturer’s requirements.

• Inspected regularly and replaced if damaged.

• No metallic stickers are permitted on hard hats (increased risk of electrical shock).

• No baseball type hats to be worn under hard hats.

• Type 2, Class E protects again impact to penetration of the crown and laterally with 20,000 V electrical rating.

• Wipe with damp cloth.

• Check for damage and replace.

• Headwear struck by an object should be replaced even if there is no apparent damage.

• Replace in accordance with manufacturer’s requirements.

Head Protection



• Hard hats.• Bump caps.• Helmets (e.g.

climber’s helmet).

• Only approved head gears designed to be worn under hard hats is permitted.

• Red coloured and fashion hard hats (e.g. cowboy style hat) are not prohibited.

AdditionalInfo:

• If force exposure is greater than the designated absorb level, it may fail to protect the worker from injury. Other controls should be investigated to reduce the risk.

• Bump caps do not absorb the force from an object. They are designed to prevent a workers’ head from occasional “bumps” to the head, which can occur in tight spaces.

• When working at heights, chin straps are required if there is significant risk of hard hats falling off the head.



• Ear plugs (disposable).

• Ear muffs (reusable).

• Must be worn when noise levels are 85 dBA or greater.

• Must be worn where identified by signage.

• Must be worn when working within the arc flash boundary of electrical equipment.

• Must provide adequate protection.

• Properly insert foam ear plugs:

1. ROLL the earplug up into a small, thin “snake” with your fingers.

2. PULL the top of our ear up and back with your opposite hand to straighten out the ear canal. The rolled-up earplug should slide right in.

3. HOLD the earplug in with your finger. Count to 20 while waiting for the plug to expand and fill the ear canal.

• To prevent damage to the ears and resultant hearing loss.

• Ear plugs are placed inside the ear, whereas ear muffs cover the entire ear.

• Ear plugs are disposable and are to be discarded after one (1) use.

• Reusable ear muffs can be wiped down with a damp cloth and warm water. Refer to manufacturers manual.

AdditionalInfo:

• Local managers are accountable for erecting signage in high noise environments that exceed 85 dBA.

• Hands must be cleaned when inserting ear plugs.• Hearing protection must be worn for >85 dBA noise levels.

Hearing Protection



• Insulated jackets.

• Insulated pants.• Coveralls

(insulated or non-insulated).

• Insect repellent.• Tick removal

kits.• Footwear

attachments (e.g. grip / traction devices).

• Sunscreen.

• Where workers are exposed to hazards due to environmental conditions (e.g. cold weather, insets), the worker shall use or wear protective equipment or clothing appropriate in the circumstances.

• Short or long-sleeved shirts and long pants made of a durable material, such as denim, cotton, duck, or polyester must be worn at a minimum.

• Keep warm in cold weather conditions.

• Provide protection again insects in the surrounding environment.

• Provide protection against UV radiation from the sun.

• Prevent/reduce exposure of materials from contact with skin.

• Follow cleaning instructions on the garment.

AdditionalInfo:

• Wearing insect repellent greatly reduces exposure to insect carried diseases.

• Apply insect repellent as outlined according to manufacturer’s instructions.

• Ticks need to be removed using an appropriate tool.Consider submitting ticks to the local public health authority for testing.

• Sunscreen is to be re-applied every hour. Follow manufacturer’s instructions.

• Long pants required — no zip off pants or leggings.

Environmental Protection



• Air purifying respirators [N95, half-face, full-face, or powered air purifying respirator (PAPR)].

• Air-supplying respirator [supplied air or self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)].

• Evaluate respiratory hazards to develop and implement a written respiratory protection program.

• Required when engineering controls are not available, not reasonable or practical, are rendered ineffective due to temporary breakdown or emergency situation.

• Fit test required for the model and size of respirator issued.

• Used on an individual basis and not shared.

• Medical evaluations required.

• Only NIOSH approved respirators must be used (e.g. not dust mask).

• Protect workers from exposure to hazardous chemical or biological agents.

• Follow instructions outlined by manufacturer’s requirements for maintenance, storage, and cleaning.

• Perform pre-use positive and negative pressure checks.

• Regularly check the end-of-life service indicator (if applicable).

AdditionalInfo:

• When respiratory hazards are present on the work site, your Employer must prioritize several methods to reduce your exposure to them, including: engineering controls (e.g. local exhaust ventilation), work practice controls (e.g. using wet-cutting techniques), and administrative controls (e.g. minimizing the number of workers exposed to the hazard).

Respiratory Protection



• Jackets.• Shirts, must

be full length sleeves for Class 3 clothing.

• Safety vests.• Coveralls.• Pants, must

be full length with no significant rips or tears. Must be material that provides sufficient abrasion protection for the task (e.g. no mesh pants allowed).

• Mandatory Class 3, level 2 HVSA with high visibility long pants are required to work in the rail corridor.

• Mandatory class 2, level 2 HVSA or higher is required for work on construction projects or any work where workers are exposed to a risk or injury from move vehicle/equipment, powered mobile equipment, or due to the worker not being visible to other persons because of environmental or other conditions in the workplace or work site.

• Makes the worker easier to spot when working around traffic, moving vehicles or low light conditions.

• Follow cleaning instructions on the garment.

• Old or contaminated HVSA that no longer adhere to the requirements of CSA Z96 are not to be worn.

AdditionalInfo:

• HVSA can be in the form of vests, jackets, coveralls, etc.• High visibility garments must bear the appropriate CSA

tag.

Protective Clothing


AdditionalInfo:

• CSA Z96 recognizes three (3) classes of HVSA:– Class 3 provides greatest body coverage and

visibility under poor light conditions and at great distant. Full-length high visibility sleeves and pants.

• CSA recognizes three (3) levels for the material used for retroreflective striping on the garment:

– Level 2 – highest retroreflective performance, visible under dark conditions from great distance.

– Level 1 – high retroreflective performance, visible under dark conditions from moderate distance.

– Level FR – low-level retroreflective performance appropriate only for apparel designed to provide protection against brief exposure to flames and electrical arc flash.

• High visibility garments must be completely bright yellow (chartreuse) or bright orange in colour (blaze).No other colour is permitted.


• Shirts.• Pants.• Aprons.• Standard and

bib overalls.

• Flame resistant outerwear and other protective equipment appropriate to the hazard is required where workers are exposed to the hazard of a flash fire or electrical equipment flashover (arc flash).

• Used against burns, a flash fire, and/or electrical equipment flash over.

• Required for tasks that produce significant sparks (e.g. cutting, grinding, and welding).

• Refer to manufacturer’s cleaning instructions.

AdditionalInfo:

• If clothing is contaminated with grease or fuels, they are not to be worn.

Flame Resistant Clothing


Skin Protection


• Gloves.• Aprons.• Coveralls.• Smocks.• Sleeve

covers.• Barrier

creams.• Rubber

gloves.• Leather

protectors.

• When exposed to hazard of injury from contact with their skin, they shall wear sufficient apparel to protect the worker from injury.

• Gloves or chemical protective clothing material must be compatible with the potential exposure.

• Hand/skin protection is used to prevent materials or chemicals from coming in contact with the skin.

• Skin protection can also be used to protect against:

– Cutes, scrapes, lacerations.

– Hot or cold temperatures.

– -Need punctures.

– Absorption through skin.

– Electrical contact.

• Refer to manufacturer’s cleaning instructions.

AdditionalInfo:

• Cotton work gloves are porous and will soak up liquids that they come in contact with. They are not suitable to use with liquids.

• Do not use work gloves around rotating equipment.• Consider additional protection for the eyes/face.• When using sleeve covers, the glove must be placed over the

top of the sleeve cover.


AdditionalInfo:

• May use smock or coverall instead of sleeve covers or apron.

• Barrier creams are effective in reducing absorption hazards with tasks where exposure to oils, grease, and some fluids associated with mechanical work and gloves can’t be worn (e.g. manual dexterity is required).

• Skin protection can be used to protect against electrical shock/contact.

When wearing multiple pieces of PPE, workers needs to be aware of compatibility concerns because wearing one type of PPE must not impede the function of another. An example is safety glasses an ear muffs. The arm of the safety glasses sits on the top of the ear. This may cause the ear muff to not seal properly, exposing the ear to unwanted sound.



When wearing multiple pieces of PPE, workers needs to be aware of compatibility concerns because wearing one type of PPE must not impede the function of another. An example is safety glasses an ear muffs. The arm of the safety glasses sits on the top of the ear. This may cause the ear muff to not seal properly, exposing the ear to unwanted sound.

TRACK DIAGRAMS:

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Track diagrams



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DAILY OPERATING BULLETIN (DOB)

RISK SCORING TOOL:

GO TRANSIT MAP

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RISK SCORING TOOL:

GO TRANSIT MAP

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Daily Operating Bulletin (DOB)

GO Transit Map



RISK SCORING TOOL:

GO TRANSIT MAP

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RISK SCORING TOOL:

GO TRANSIT MAP

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Time Table

Example of a Time Table:


Job Briefing ExamplePersonal Track Safety Participant Guide

JOB BRIEFING:

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On-Site Practice — Optional

Instructions1. Fill out the form below.

Practice having a questioning attitude1. What should I be looking for?2. What should I report? To who?3. What are the risks?4. What could happen?


ON-SITE PRACTICE

Instructions 1. Fill out the form below.2. Have signed by Rail Protecting Foreman and Site Supervisor.3. Scan and submit to CPG Safety Training: [email protected]

4. Complete within 30 Days (mandatory to maintain PTS Qualification).

5. Your PTS Qualification is valid for a three (3) year period.

Practice having a questioning attitude 1. What should I be looking for? 2. What should I report? To who? 3. What are the risks? 4. What could happen?

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Personal Track Safety On-Site Exercise — Optional

Personal Track Safety – On Site Exercise

First Name:

___________________________

Last Name:

______________________________

PTS CARD #

_________________________

Who is the Protecting Foreman? __________________________________

What form of Track Protection is being used? __________________________

How many tracks are being protected? __________________________

The Work Zone limits are from: _________________ to __________________

Subdivision: ______________________________

Number of Main Tracks ______________

Track Speed:

Number of Non-Main Tracks ______________

Track Speed:

Identify five (5) risks: Consider if there are the following:

Crossings High-Voltage Locates Required Exclusion Zones

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Identify five (5) controls to the above risks:

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.


Personal Track Safety – On Site Exercise

What is the nearest evacuation point? __________________________________________________

What tasks are you performing today? __________________________________________________

Does your work require an exclusion zone? _____________________________________________

Location of nearest First Aid Kit? _____________________________________________

Is there an AED nearby? Location: ______________________________

Do you have all required PPE?

I have inspected my PPE. Date: _________ Time: ___________

Location of nearest hospital: _____________________________________________________

I confirm the information reflected above is accurate to today’s briefing.

Protecting Foreman Name: (Print) _________________________________________________

Protecting Foreman Signature:

I confirm the information reflected above is accurate to today’s briefing.

Protecting Foreman Name: (Print) _________________________________________________

On Site Supervisor Signature:



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