Freight Train Driver Course
Gain expertise in freight train driving through hands-on sessions covering safety inspections, braking techniques, signaling protocols, hazardous cargo management, and emergency procedures. Develop the assurance to handle heavy loads safely, efficiently, and in line with all transport rules and standards.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course offers practical training for safe and confident freight train operations. Participants learn pre-departure checks, wagon and locomotive inspections, braking systems, performance limits, rules, documentation, hazardous materials handling, signaling, route planning, human factors, and emergency response for compliant and efficient journeys.
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Develop skills
- Perform thorough safety inspections on brakes, wagons, cargo, and locomotives.
- Plan routes and operate heavy freight on gradients, curves, and slippery tracks.
- Follow protocols for hazardous materials including documentation, labeling, and securing.
- Use standard radio procedures to communicate with yards and control centres.
- Handle rail emergencies by securing the scene, controlling spills, and reporting promptly.
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