Traffic Safety & Control Officer (TSCO/TSS)

Duration

2 Days

Objectives

On completion of this course you will be able to demonstrate that you have:

A minimum satisfactory level of knowledge of the TSCO/TSS role
A comprehensive awareness of the TSCO’s/TSS responsibilities
A detailed level of knowledge of Temporary Traffic Management standards.

Course Content

This course will cover:

The Traffic Safety & Control Officer/Traffic Safety Supervisor (TSCO/TSS):

TSCO/TSS Roles, Responsibilities and their Limitations
Worksite Hazards – types and effect on traffic
Temporary Vehicle Restraint Systems (TVRS)
Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (TTRO) process and application
Standard Roadwork Elements – Narrow Lanes and Contraflows
Traffic signage systems and engineering
Speed Limits and Enforcement
Road Space Booking and Usage
Simple Method Statements review process
Weather and winter maintenance process
Pre-installation Checks by the TSS and other Factors
Vehicle Recovery Operations
Incident Management responsibilities and recommended actions by a TSCO/TSS

Tests

Externally Marked End of Course Exam

Awarding Body

Lantra Awards

Certification

To be registered by Lantra Awards as a TSCO/TSS candidates must hold:

A Valid Lantra Award NHSS12A TMF qualification or hold a TM Foreman Certificate achieved within 2 years of application for TSCO/TSS
A Valid NHSS12A TSCO Certificate achieved within 2 years of application for TSCO/TSS
A Current First Aid at Work Certificate (3 Day course as per First Aid Regulations)
A Valid Health & Safety Course or Qualification issued by IOSH, NEBOSH or CITB that has been certified within 5 years of TSCO TSS Application (a full list of acceptable H&S courses/qualifications is included on the TSCO/TSS application form)

Target Audience

Those requiring qualification as a TSCO/TSS

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