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I may be wrong but I interpret the slap on the wrist as anything from a quiet word in your ear to a possible warning on your record...

No, no, no! There is absolutely no requirement for you to know about the rulebook at this stage. No disrespect but there is enough to do...

Another vote here for practice, practice, practice. I bought a Bop-It, downloaded the Group Bourdon test to do on the computer (the test...

I’m not aware of anything as a qualified driver. Points to consider that may impact seasonal working are the required number of ride...

Back in 2011 when I applied for a different TOC there were 750 applications per position. I should imagine you’re looking at much more...

Grade means role. If it’s driver, the majority go with ASLEF (Associated Society of Locomotive Enginemen and Firemen). For other roles...

15 month training? Pre COVID you were looking at typically 9-12 months. Of course, it depends on availability of mentors, instructors...

I suspect the likes of Siemens et al would be a better bet for you but as I am a driver I can’t be of more help in that area.

Many active posters in this section are looking to secure a career on the ground, so as conductor, driver, revenue assistant. A fair few...

There is a wealth of the information you are looking for right here and on numerous threads. There is a search facility that will help...

Yes, I was just thinking that too :lol::lol::lol:

Correct. If you’ve failed more than once then you’ve failed twice, like I said in reference to section 2.7.2. (The wording I used about...

Section 2.7.2 of the latest version of RSSB Rail Industry Standards for Train Driver Selection states that someone who has failed more...

A lot gets said in mess rooms that should be taken with a VERY BIG pinch of salt.

No, 2 strikes and you’re out. The tests are there to assess your natural aptitude for learning and doing the job, which is unlikely to...